Edinburgh Running Festival
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Edinburgh Running Festival (August 2026)
The Edinburgh Running Festival is organised by RunThrough UK and is scheduled for early August 2026 in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh (EH8 8AZ). The event uses closed-road routes around Holyrood Park, with undulating courses that loop beneath crags and open hillside near Arthur’s Seat and with views across the city.
Race distances and laps
- Half Marathon - 4 laps
- 10K - 2 laps
- 5K - 1 lap
Entry fees published for the event include: 5K £30, 10K £34, Half Marathon £34, and a charity place option priced at £80.
Course, services and inclusions
The courses are described as well-marshalled and clearly marked, with distance flags at each kilometre or mile. The event provides accurate chip-timed results, free race photos, a unique themed medal and post-race goodies. Organisers plan a finish area and an event village with food and drink options. The event page also refers to sustainability work by the organiser and a discounted event t-shirt available to purchase at checkout. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
