Great Scottish Run
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Event details
The AJ Bell Great Scottish Run takes place in Glasgow on 4 October 2026. The event offers two distances:
- 10k
- Half marathon
Both races start on St Vincent Street and finish on Glasgow Green. Entry prices shown for 2026 include a range for each distance (early and final prices). A booking fee and a Glasgow Council environmental levy are applied at checkout.
Race information and logistics
Entries are open to runners aged 15+ for the 10k and 17+ for the half marathon on race day. The 10k route begins with a short uphill section, includes about 2.5 km of downhill and is mostly flat thereafter. The half marathon route includes roughly six miles of uphill in the middle and the final five miles are a mixture of downhill and flat. Race numbers with timing chips are posted 1-2 weeks before the event; late or overseas entries collect numbers at the information point. Baggage buses operate near the start and relocate to the finish; baggage collection uses the race number. Waves are allocated by estimated time; runners may drop back to a slower wave but cannot move to a faster wave. The event provides a free tracking app, official event photos, a finisher medal, a finisher t-shirt option, and a finisher’s bag. Road closures and parking restrictions will apply on and around the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.