Fast Times and Flipping Good Fun!
Blue skies, fast feet and a stack of pancakes made our Shrove Tuesday 5K one to remember. Nearly 100 runners, brilliant racing and vital funds raised for a local youth charity.
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Grins, glory and charity cheer
A brand new route, record breaking runs and over £1000 raised for charity. Relive the buzz from The Innocent Half and see who topped the podium. Read more now.
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A Tartan Tinted Kick Off at The Meadows
A tartan themed morning of fast racing friendly faces and post run treats marked the opening of the Meadows 5K series January with runners of every age kicking off 2026 in style.
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Festive fancy dress, fast feet and festive fundraising at Cammo
From muddy trails and world-class fancy dress to hot chocolate, food bank donations and over £1,600 raised for charity, the Santa & Elf Dash 2025 delivered festive joy in spades.
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A very Meadows recap of the 2025 Meadows 5K Series
PBs, pancakes, mulled wine and familiar fast faces - relive the laughs, the stats and the standout moments that made the 2025 Meadows 5K Series unforgettable.
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Adventures, Ideas & Inspiration for the Next Race
A behind-the-scenes glimpse at Blast Running, how we gather new ideas, and how these insights are shaping a fresh and exciting line-up of events for the 2026 season.
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A Cosy Splash-Fest at Silverknowes
Over 380 runners turned a drenched Silverknowes Prom into a lively Hot Chocolate 5K and 10K celebration, fuelled by big smiles, splashes and steaming cups of Starbucks hot chocolate.
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Rain? What Rain?
Rain, puddles and reluctant marshals - our November Meadows 5K had it all! See who braved the drizzle, nailed PBs and helped raise funds for Athletics Trust Scotland.
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New route, new challenge, same great cause!
Think you’ve already conquered the Innocent Half? Think again! A brand new route, scenic paths, and a medal-worthy finish await - discover why 2026’s race is one you can’t miss.
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When Knights Block the Course
Read how the Dalmeny Trail Half 2025 delivered golden trails, record-breaking runs, raised £600 for RNLI - and a surprise visit from medieval knights in Cammo!
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Gin, Grit & Good Times at the Water of Leith Half
The 26th Water of Leith Half was a blast! Runners, marshals, gin, caffeine, medals and more – check results, photos, and fundraising totals from this year’s race.
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Five Minutes of Pure Speed and Fun: The Scottish Mile Experience
Who knew 5 minutes of running could pack in so much speed, sweat and fun? The Scottish Mile delivered it all.
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Plan Your Year of Running, Adventure and Seasonal Fun
Whatever your pace, whatever the season – our running calendar 2026 has a race for you. Join us for another year of community, challenge and plenty of finish-line smiles. Dates are just released – get them in your diary today!
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What Really Matters to Us at Blast Running
After five years of events, we’ve defined the four pillars that guide Blast Running: community, inclusion, charity, and environmental care. They shape everything we do – on and off the course.
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Supporting Play Therapy Base through the Sunset Running Festival
Thanks to your support, the Sunset Running Festival has raised £2,625 for Play Therapy Base, funding equipment and resources that help neurodivergent children thrive through therapeutic play.
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Sundowners, Sunglasses & Sprints
Three sunny 5Ks, over 300 finishers and £332 raised! Thanks to everyone who ran, cheered or volunteered – what a series! Full results and winners now live on our website.
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Records, Resilience and a Runners’ High
Over 550 runners took part in our biggest Sunset Running Festival yet, with 5 records set, £800 raised for charity, and international runners joining us from 11 countries!
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Race the Tram: A Thrilling First!
136 runners, electric energy, and over £1,000 raised for charity – what a debut! Big thanks to all who made it happen.