Edinburgh Marathon Festival 5K

Scenic 5K road race in Edinburgh with closed roads, panoramic city views and a traffic free route around Holyrood Park.

Date Saturday 29th May, 2027
Distance 5K
LocationHolyrood Park
Town/CityEdinburgh
AreaEdinburgh & The Lothians
Start postcodeEH8 8HG
Start time11:00am
OrganiserGSi Events
WebsiteVisit website

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The Edinburgh Marathon Festival 5K takes place on closed roads around Holyrood Park in the centre of Edinburgh. The route follows smooth tarmac roads beneath Arthur’s Seat with panoramic views across the city and towards Edinburgh Castle.

The traffic free course and shorter distance make the event suitable for a wide range of runners, from first time participants to experienced runners looking for a fast 5K in a scenic setting. Part of Scotland’s biggest running festival weekend, the race combines a lively atmosphere with one of Edinburgh’s most recognisable parkland locations.

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