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£30 – £36(+ 5% booking fee)

Edinburgh Running Festival August 2027

Name: Edinburgh Running Festival August 2027
Start: 2027-08-01T10:55:00+00:00
End: 2027-08-01T13:00:00+00:00
Location: See event details

Date

Sunday, 1 August 2027

Start Time

First race starts 10:55

Race Entry Summary

5K
£30(+ 5% booking fee)
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10K
£34(+ 5% booking fee)
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Half Marathon
£36(+ 5% booking fee)
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Every entry includes

Unique themed medal
Finish line goodies
Free race photos
Chip-timed results

Event Video

About This Event

Take on an unforgettable challenge at the RunThrough Edinburgh Running Festival, featuring a Half Marathon, 10k and 5k — all set on an undulating, road-closed course around the stunning Holyrood Park.

Race Day Schedule

10:00HM - 4 laps
10:4510k - 2 laps
10:555k - 1 lap

This scenic route offers a true taste of Edinburgh’s dramatic landscape, looping beneath the iconic Arthur’s Seat and showcasing sweeping views across the capital city. Whether you're chasing a personal best or soaking up the atmosphere, this event combines the excitement of a city race with the beauty of one of Scotland’s most striking natural landmarks.

With chip-timed results, friendly marshals, and professional event delivery from the team behind the UK’s largest running events, it’s a perfect day out for runners of all abilities.

Event Highlights:

Stunning, fully road-closed course through Holyrood Park

Views of Arthur’s Seat, Salisbury Crags, and Edinburgh’s skyline

Undulating and rewarding route suitable for all levels

Chip-timed results, bespoke medal, water, and post-race goodies for all finishers

Friendly and inclusive atmosphere from the RunThrough events team

Experience Edinburgh like never before — with the city skyline on the horizon and one of Scotland’s most iconic landscapes under your feet.

You can now grab your Edinburgh Running Festival event t-shirt for more than 30% off when you buy it as part of your entry on checkout! With the event logo printed on the chest, it’s the perfect keepsake to celebrate your race and wear your achievement with pride!

Come and enjoy the day with us. Once you enter, you will receive a confirmation email. More information will be sent closer to the event. We can’t wait to see you on the start line.

Event Location: Holyrood Park, Edinburgh EH8 8AZ

The Route

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Event Information

Set on well-marshalled, clearly marked roads, the route loops beneath crags and open hillside with sweeping views across the capital.

Event Village Opens

08:30

Baggage

Secure marquee available. Your baggage tag is attached to your race number; tear it off and attach to your bag. To collect, show your number to staff and they will help you find your baggage.

Toilets

Portable toilets within the event village, which will be also accessible for runners to use on each lap during the race.

Water & Refreshments

Water stations are positioned around the course, with a bottle of water waiting for you at the finish line too. We recommend staying hydrated in the lead-up to the event.

Race Pack Collection

HM 8:30-9:30am

10K 9:15-10:15am

5K 9:25-10:25am

Warm-Up & Race Start

There will be a group warm-up 15 minutes prior to the start of each race. From here, we will call out estimated finish times to get all runners lined up and ready to run.

Spectators are more than welcome, we advice staying in the event village where you will be able to catch the start and finish. If you decided to head out onto the course, please be aware of road closures in place and be respectful of runners on the race route.

Accessibility

We welcome buggy runners and wheelchair athletes and simply ask that you remain mindful of the runners around you and make yourself known should you need to overtake.