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Blast 5km Series @ The Meadows 2025


  • Blast Running 2 Melville Dr Edinburgh, EH9 1ND United Kingdom (map)

Join us for our popular Edinburgh 5K race, better known as the Monthly Blast 5km Series @ The Meadows Lunchtime run (except August) - a popular mid-week event set in the heart of Edinburgh's beautiful Meadows! This cheeky wee mid-week speed session welcomes runners of all abilities on a flat, fast officially measured and licensed 5K course.

What to Expect at the Monthly Meadows Lunchtime Run:

  • Open to all runners - beginners, seasoned club runners and children over 11

  • Prizes for 1st Male and Female in all age categories (online entries only)

  • Optional finisher's medal (£5 extra)

  • Results submitted to Run Britain Rankings

  • Supporting Lifecare Edinburgh a local Charity

Since the start of 2025, we’ve already raised over £624 for local organisations, and we continue to donate £1 per runner every month.

Event Details:

  • Where: East Meadows Play Park, Melville Drive

  • When: Monthly Tuesdays at 12:45pm

  • Entry: £7 standard / £9 non-members (A £2 insurance levy applies to non-Scottish Athletics members - this goes directly to Scottish Athletics)

  • Registration: 12:00-12:30pm, cash or card accepted

Secure your place for October 7th, November 11th, December 16th by clicking on the button below.

Earlier Event: 27 September
Water of Leith Half 2025
Later Event: 12 October
Dalmeny Estate Trail Half Marathon 2025