Loch Ness Marathon
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Event overview
The Baxters Loch Ness Marathon and Festival of Running is scheduled for Sunday 27 September 2026 in the Inverness and Loch Ness area. The marathon route runs alongside the shores of Loch Ness, largely on the loch's south side, and the weekend includes a festival and an expo at the finish area. The event attracts local and international participants and offers international travel packages.
Race options and included services
- Marathon
- 10K (River Ness 10K & Corporate Challenge)
- 5K (River Ness 5K)
- Wee Nessie (children's run)
Entry fees include a commemorative finisher’s medal, a technical finisher’s t-shirt, a goody bag, electronic timing for the Marathon and River Ness 10K & Corporate Challenge, a downloadable finisher’s certificate, complimentary post-race food, transport to the start for marathon entrants and access to the festival at the finish. The event supports fundraising and lists multiple official charity partners, including Macmillan Cancer Support, Alzheimer’s organisations, Cancer Research UK, CHAS, Highland Hospice, Maggie’s, Parkinson’s UK and Samaritans. Official merchandise such as hoodies, t-shirts and buffs is available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
