Holyrood Park 5k/10k/Half Marathon
From Up and Running Events
- Date Sun 11th January 2026
- Location Edinburgh, Midlothian
- Price £22.00 - £26.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to kick off the new year with an exhilarating running experience at the Holyrood Park 5k, 10k, and Half Marathon on Sunday, January 11, 2026! Organised by Up and Running Events, this exciting debut race in Edinburgh, Midlothian, promises a high-energy atmosphere and smooth organisation set against the stunning backdrop of Arthur's Seat. Whether you're aiming for a personal best, building your early-season fitness, or tackling your first race, Holyrood Park offers a perfect blend of challenge and breathtaking scenery.
Join a vibrant community of runners and enjoy clear signage, friendly marshals, and chip timing, ensuring a fantastic race day experience. Celebrate your achievement with a well-deserved medal and embrace the uplifting spirit that defines every Up and Running event. Don't miss out on this unforgettable opportunity to start 2026 on a high note—register now and be part of something truly special in one of Scotland’s most iconic running locations!
Join a vibrant community of runners and enjoy clear signage, friendly marshals, and chip timing, ensuring a fantastic race day experience. Celebrate your achievement with a well-deserved medal and embrace the uplifting spirit that defines every Up and Running event. Don't miss out on this unforgettable opportunity to start 2026 on a high note—register now and be part of something truly special in one of Scotland’s most iconic running locations!
Holyrood Park 5k/10k/Half Marathon
Sun 11th January 2026
Organiser's Description
Up and Running Events is proud to launch our very first Edinburgh race, bringing our signature high-energy atmosphere and smooth organisation to the iconic setting of Holyrood Park this January.
Join us for an unforgettable 5K, 10K & Half Marathon as we kickstart the new year in one of Scotland’s most spectacular running locations.
Set against the dramatic backdrop of Arthur’s Seat, these routes offer a perfect blend of challenge, scenery and winter motivation. Whether you're chasing a PB, building early-season fitness, or taking on your first-ever race, you’ll be welcomed with the supportive, community-driven spirit that defines every Up and Running event.
Expect clear signage, friendly marshals, chip timing, and a finish-line experience that celebrates every runner. You'll earn a well-deserved medal, and—true to our mission—we’ll send you into the year ahead feeling inspired, energised, and part of something special.
Join us as we make our Edinburgh debut and kick off 2026 with an iconic run through Holyrood Park.
Join us for an unforgettable 5K, 10K & Half Marathon as we kickstart the new year in one of Scotland’s most spectacular running locations.
Set against the dramatic backdrop of Arthur’s Seat, these routes offer a perfect blend of challenge, scenery and winter motivation. Whether you're chasing a PB, building early-season fitness, or taking on your first-ever race, you’ll be welcomed with the supportive, community-driven spirit that defines every Up and Running event.
Expect clear signage, friendly marshals, chip timing, and a finish-line experience that celebrates every runner. You'll earn a well-deserved medal, and—true to our mission—we’ll send you into the year ahead feeling inspired, energised, and part of something special.
Join us as we make our Edinburgh debut and kick off 2026 with an iconic run through Holyrood Park.
Races
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Half Marathon
£26.00
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10k
£24.00
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5k
£22.00
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Holyrood Park, Edinburgh, EH16 5, United Kingdom
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