Glasgow Running Festival
UA
From Up and Running Events
4.8 ·
12 reviews
Saturday 18th – Sunday 19th April 2026
Past event
Glasgow
£25.00–£32.00 · 6 races
5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating weekend at the Glasgow Running Festival, hosted by Up and Running Events on April 18th and 19th, 2026! Set in the vibrant city of Glasgow, Lanarkshire, this festival promises to be a running experience like no other. With a choice of race distances including a 5k, 10k, and Half Marathon, participants of all skill levels can join in the fun on the flattest and fastest course in the area. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a beginner looking to challenge yourself, the Glasgow Running Festival is the perfect opportunity to embrace the joy of running in a supportive and energetic atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event – mark your calendars and start training for an unforgettable running adventure!
Glasgow Running Festival
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Congratulations to everyone who took part. The next edition is on 3rd Jan 2027.
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4.812 reviews
JF
John Finlayson
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Took part in the 2026 edition · 6 months ago
Great day well organised everything went smoothly beautiful medal and class wee touch with the piper.
JH
James Halliday
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Took part in the 2026 edition · 6 months ago
Amazing event for my first half marathon. Really enjoyed it. The vibe was good, well organised and ran smoothly. I'll be back next year for sure 👍
AH
Aileen Holland
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Took part in the 2026 edition · 6 months ago
Great event - well organised, no queues for number pick up, bag drop or loos!! Marshalls and volunteers were all superb. I thoroughly enjoyed the event. Would run it again and recommend to others
Thank you 😊
Thank you 😊
SS
Sunburned Shins
Reviewing the 2026 edition · 6 months ago
Loved it, first half marathon ever so was nervous but it was well organised and the course was easy to follow and great for a beginner. Very supportive so I would definitely do this again
ST
Suzanne Taylor
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Took part in the 2026 edition · 6 months ago
Had the best time…….really well run, organisers and volunteers were amazing cheering everyone one would definitely recommend 10/10
SM
Suzanne McGuinness
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Took part in the 2026 edition · 10 months ago
Very well organised and enjoyable race. I ran the 10k and the only negative I have is the congestion at the start as 10k and 5k start together. Maybe an idea going forward was to start the 5k slightly after the 10k this would ease the number of people trying to get round the first few corners.
JP
Jessica Philp
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Took part in the 2026 edition · 10 months ago
Although the course map looks confusing, it was actually very easy to follow the route.
The path quality throughout was very good despite the below-freezing temperatures on race day.
Only suggestion - bring a permanent marking pen to write details on the back of the race numbers, as ordinary pens did not seem to mark
The path quality throughout was very good despite the below-freezing temperatures on race day.
Only suggestion - bring a permanent marking pen to write details on the back of the race numbers, as ordinary pens did not seem to mark
AB
Alan Benton
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Overall genuinely happy for the race. Few negatives which prevented it from a five star
1 - I am not a great fan of dogs and I did see at least one person running with their dog.
2 - Granted it is a public path but having the general public cutting through and over the race track was not ideal.
All volunteers were very friendly and provided plenty encouragement so will be back for another race.
1 - I am not a great fan of dogs and I did see at least one person running with their dog.
2 - Granted it is a public path but having the general public cutting through and over the race track was not ideal.
All volunteers were very friendly and provided plenty encouragement so will be back for another race.
ZG
Zak Goodwin
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Superb
AM
Alan Morrison
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
I ran the 10K Up And Running race at Glasgow Green on 4th May red bib number 1554 and enjoyed my run very much, this was my 58th 10K, but the first with the Up and running organiser, I have NO complaints whatsoever, the marshalls were very friendly and helpful, the medal is great, next time I LL run the 5K version.
EG
Elaine Gallagher
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Fantastic event. Very well organised and the organisers/ helpers were so helpful and friendly. A terrific atmosphere throughout. Loved it!!!
AN
Adam Noble
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
This was my first half marathon. The event was really well organised the people were great the refreshment were spot on great event.
Races
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10k
Entries closedSaturday 18th Apr 2026 (10:00)
£30.00
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Half Marathon
Entries closedSaturday 18th Apr 2026 (09:30)
£32.00
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5k
Entries closedSaturday 18th Apr 2026 (10:10)
£28.00
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10k
Entries closedSunday 19th Apr 2026 (10:00)
£28.00
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5k
Entries closedSunday 19th Apr 2026 (10:10)
£25.00
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Half Marathon
Entries closedSunday 19th Apr 2026 (09:30)
£32.00
Event information
Flat and fast course - Perfect for a PB.
Glasgow Green is located in the City Centre.
Glasgow Green is a short walk from the city centre.
Organiser's description
Come join us in April on the flattest and fastest course we have in Glasgow.
We have 5k, 10k and Half Marathon options to choose from on the day.
We have 5k, 10k and Half Marathon options to choose from on the day.
Location
Glasgow Green, Glasgow, United Kingdom
Glasgow Running Festival
UA
Up and Running Events
We lead the way in mass participation events in Scotland. Come join us on our runs!
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Since
2023
Events
90+
Avg. review
4.7
