Edinburgh Running Festival
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Event Overview
The Edinburgh Running Festival takes place on Sunday, 2nd August 2026 in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh. The event offers three race distances: a 5K, a 10K, and a Half Marathon. Participants run on closed-road routes around the park, with views of the city skyline and Arthur’s Seat. The undulating course consists of laps, with the Half Marathon being four laps, the 10K two laps, and the 5K one lap.
Course and Organization
The route is well-marshalled and clearly marked with distance flags. The event is organized by RunThrough. The finish area includes an event village with food and drink options, and goodies from event partners are provided.
Entry Details
Registration includes a unique themed medal, free race photos, chip-timed results, and post-race goodies. There is an option to purchase an event t-shirt at a discounted rate during the registration checkout process. The event is held in support of Scottish Action for Mental Health, with a dedicated charity entry option. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
