Join us for the 6th year of this much-loved summer evening running event. Set against stunning seaside views, the Sunset Running Festival offers something for everyone – from first-timers to seasoned endurance athletes.
Choose your challenge, run at your own pace, and soak up the supportive, festival-style atmosphere as the sun sets.
WHY RUN?
This is more than just a race.
It’s a friendly, inclusive running experience where you’ll share the course with runners who will motivate, encourage and inspire you all the way to the finish line.
Open to all abilities - whether you’re chasing a PB or simply enjoying the journey.
EVENT INFO
📍 Location & Terrain
The course follows a flat, tarmac seaside promenade, offering wide paths, ocean views and potentially favourable running conditions.
No hills
No undulations
Ideal for PB’s
DISTANCES
This is a lap-based event, with each lap measuring just over 7km, giving you complete flexibility over how far you run.
Choose from:
7km - 1 lap (£20 / £18 Scottish Athletics Members)
Half Marathon - 3 laps (£30 / £28 Scottish Athletics Members)
Individual Marathon - 6 laps (£45 / £43 Scottish Athletics Members)
Relay Marathon - minimum 1 lap per runner (£60 - up to 6 runners)
6 Hour Ultra Challenge - how many laps can you complete in 6 hours? (£45 / £43 Scottish Athletics Members)
KIDS RACE 🧒
A 1km kids (£2) race takes place alongside the main event, giving younger runners the chance to be part of the festival and experience the buzz of race day.
🕒 Timings
6 Hour Ultra Challenge: 3pm – 9pm
Early Marathon Start (for runners expecting 5+ hours): 3pm
1 km kids race: 4 pm
7km, Half Marathon, Relay Marathon & Marathon: 5pm
COURSE SUPPORT & SAFETY
💧 Aid Stations
Water available twice per lap - participants have access to hydration every 2 miles
🦺 On the Course
Course marshals throughout
Qualified first aiders on site
Fully supported, friendly environment
LICENSING, PRIZES & EXTRAS
Scottish Athletics Licenced Event
£2 discount for Scottish Athletics members
Prizes for all distances and age categories
Officially measured & licensed marathon course - suitable as a qualifier for major marathons
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Medal for all runners
Chip-timed results
First aid cover
Water stations
Course support & marshals
And yes… the Woodfired Pizza team will be back 🍕(Outside catering is not included in your entry fee)
CHIP PICK-UP
📍 Cramond Kirk Hall, Cramond Glebe Road, EH4 6NT
Friday 19 June: 6pm – 8pm
Saturday 20 June: 9am – 11am
📍 Silverknowes Promenade (near the Boardwalk Café, EH4 5ES)
Saturday 20 June: 1pm – 4.30pm
Got questions? Check our FAQ’s or see past event results to get inspired and sign up today! ⬇️
“Absolutely love the friendliness and accessibility of this event! Our team of framerunners and support runners whizzed round in under 5 hours and absolutely LOVED it. Thank you ”