The Innocent Half
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Event overview
The Innocent Half takes place in Edinburgh on Sunday 8 February 2026 and is organised by Blast Running. The event is a Half Marathon with an age limit of 17 and over. The route is on tarmac and will be marked and marshalled. The organiser presents the race as timed for runners preparing for spring marathons such as London, Brighton and Edinburgh.
Entry, prizes and charity partners
Standard entry is £25.00, which includes an optional £1.50 charity donation. Prizes are offered for the first male and first female in all age categories for online entries only. All finishers receive a medal.
The event supports three Scottish children’s charities: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- Richmond’s Hope - supporting bereaved children and young people
- Kidney Kids Scotland - helping children with renal illness and their families
- Firefly International - a small Edinburgh-based charity supporting children affected by war