Due to unprecedented demand, Edinburgh Marathon entries are set to reach capacity in the next few days. Scotland’s biggest marathon takes place on Sunday 25 May 2025 and attracts thousands of runners from the UK and beyond to take part in one of the flattest and fastest marathons the UK has to offer, for that reason (and many more) it has sold out every year since 2008.

The route starts on Potterrow, the Old Town heartland of Edinburgh University, before heading north over the historic High Street and down The Mound. Participants will then run past the Scottish National Gallery and into Princes Street Gardens, with the iconic Edinburgh Castle as their backdrop.

The route then takes in the Scott Monument, before heading down the Royal Mile and towards Holyrood Park, The Scottish Parliament and Royal Palace before then east towards the beautiful coastline. The marathon finishes in Pinkie Playing fields, Musselburgh.

Organisers are encouraging potential runners to sign up as soon as possible to avoid missing out on an entry, they told runABC: "Once standard entries have sold out, runners can still enter the marathon with a charity place, or choose to participate in the increasingly popular Edinburgh Half Marathon instead."

The Edinburgh Marathon Festival has nine races on offer, guaranteeing there is something for everyone from the seasoned runner to kids just starting out on their running journey. The fun kicks off on Saturday 24 May at Holyrood Park with a 10K, 5K and four junior races. On Sunday 25 May the Edinburgh Marathon, Edinburgh Half Marathon and Team Relay start from the heart of Edinburgh City.

If you'd like to know more, visit the Edinburgh Marathon website.

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