The Loch Morlich Running Festival

JAN

3

2027

Start the year with the Loch Morlich Running Festival, a scenic trail through Glenmore Forest finishing on the sandy Loch Morlich beach. Choose 5.6 km or 11.2 km and enjoy a group warm up, finisher medal, home baking and a welcoming dog and family vibe.

Sun 3 Jan 2027

Aviemore, Scotland

Registration

11 kilometers 6 kilometers

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The Loch Morlich Running Festival 2027

The event takes place on 3 January 2027 and is the ninth edition of the festival. The route starts at The Hayfield, Glenmore, runs through Glenmore Forest and finishes at Loch Morlich beach. The organiser is Fitnessat58°.

Race details and entry

5.6KM
11.2KM

Trail shoes are recommended. Chip timing is provided by Perfect Timing Scotland, with results sent on the day. Included for participants are a group warm-up led by a Fitnessat58° instructor, a bespoke finisher's medal, home baking at the finish and prizes for the top three male and female finishers in each race. The event is described as dog-friendly and family-friendly; dogs must be on leads.

Entry fees are:

5.6KM: £30
11.2KM: £35

Under 16s run free with a registered parent or guardian. Refunds are not available. Entry closes on 22 December 2026. Total places are listed as 620; current availability is not specified. A service fee of 4% (minimum 50p) applies to each sign-up. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

11 km

11.2km

6 km