Edinburgh Running Festival

5.0 · 1 review
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  • Date Sun 2nd August 2026
  • Time 10:00
  • Location Edinburgh
  • Price £32.00 - £36.00
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon

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Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the inaugural Edinburgh Running Festival, hosted by RunThrough Events on Sunday, 2nd August 2026! Set against the stunning backdrop of the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the majestic Arthur's Seat, this exciting festival invites runners of all levels to tackle undulating routes through Edinburgh's picturesque Holyrood Park. Choose from three exhilarating race distances: the Half Marathon, starting at 10:00 am, the 10K at 10:45 am, or the 5K at 10:55 am.

As you navigate the closed roads, you'll be cheered on by our friendly team of marshals and enjoy a vibrant event village filled with delicious food and drink options, including warm coffee and free goodies awaiting you at the finish line. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply looking to embrace a new challenge, the Edinburgh Running Festival is the perfect event for you. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and camaraderie in one of Scotland’s most beautiful cities! We can't wait to see you there!

Edinburgh Running Festival

Sun 2nd August 2026

A group of runners in athletic gear participates in a marathon on a paved path. The lead female runner, wearing a red beanie and smiling, gestures a peace sign. Surrounding them is a park landscape with grass and trees under an overcast sky.

Organiser's Description

Join us for Edinburgh Running Festival on Sunday 2nd August 2026

Join us at the brand new Edinburgh Running Festival on 2nd August 2026! In view of the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the iconic Arthur's Seat, these undulating half marathon, 10k and 5k routes will take you on closed roads around Edinburgh's Holyrood Park.

This is the perfect opportunity to take in some of the sights of Edinburgh, whilst bagging yourself a PB or tackling a new challenge.

With RunThrough you can expect a friendly team of marshals to help guide you around the course and cheer you on the finish, a lively and well serviced event village with plenty of food and drink options including excellent warm coffee and free goodies from our partners at the finish line after your hard effort.

Race Start Times:

10:00 am - Half Marathon

10:45 am - 10k

10:55 am - 5k

Laps
Half Marathon (4 Laps)
10K (2 laps)
5K (1 Lap)

Come and enjoy the day with us we hope to see you there!

Races

  • 5k

    Sun 2nd August 2026 (10:55)

    £32.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • 10k

    Sun 2nd August 2026 (10:45)

    £36.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Half Marathon

    Sun 2nd August 2026 (10:00)

    £36.00

    Booking for more than 1?

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5.0

1 review

IA
Ibtisam

·3 months ago

This was my first 10k race, i came all the way from saudi arabia. I had so much fun doing this and meeting some really awesome people!

Location

Edinburgh EH8 8AZ, UK

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