Sneak Peek: Your 2026 Running Calendar

We couldn’t wait any longer… here’s what we’ve got lined up for 2026!
From muddy trails to city park sprints, sunset runs to festive fun, there’s something for everyone next year. Pop these dates in your diary now – and don’t worry, we’ll give you a shout when sign-ups open.

Big Events Coming Your Way 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

  • The Innocent Half – 8th Feb (shake off the winter cobwebs!)

  • 20 Along the Forth – 21st Mar (a coastal classic 🌊)

  • Beat The Tram – 26th Apr (can you outpace Edinburgh’s tram?)

  • Fife Pilgrim Way – 2nd May (scenic miles with history)

  • The Scottish Mile – 10th May (short, sharp, speedy fun!)

  • My Name’5 Doddie 5K/10K/Kids 1K – 7th June (run for a brilliant cause 💙)

  • Sunset Running Festival – 20th June (golden skies, great vibes ✨)

  • Newhaven Lighthouse 10K – 13th Sept (run by the sea and shine bright)

  • Water of Leith Half – 26th Sept (Edinburgh’s hidden trail gem 🌿)

  • Dalmeny Halloween Trail Half – 31st Oct (spooky miles 👻)

  • Hot Chocolate 5K/10K – 22nd Nov (finish with a warm mug in hand ☕)

  • Santa Dash – 20th Dec (a festive finish to the year 🎅)

The Meadows Series 🌸🍀🍂🍷

Back in 2026 with themed 5Ks that keep things light-hearted (and sometimes delicious):

  • Burn’s 5K – 20th Jan

  • Shrove Tuesday 5K – 17th Feb (pancake power 🥞)

  • St Patrick’s Day 5K – 17th Mar (green kit optional, good craic guaranteed ☘️)

  • Cherry Blossom 5K – 12th May (spring in full bloom 🌸)

  • Autumn 5K – 6th Oct (crunchy leaves, crisp air 🍂)

  • Mulled Wine 5K – 22nd Dec (the clue’s in the name 🍷😉)

5K Sundowner Series 🌅

Long summer nights, new routes, and plenty of post-run chatter. We’re adding Inverleith, Fettes, and Leith Links to the line-up in 2026!

  • 3rd June

  • 1st July

  • 26th August

✨ Whether you’re chasing a PB, fancy-dressing for Halloween, or just running for the hot chocolate, 2026 is shaping up to be a cracker. Stay tuned – entries will open soon.

Fiona Hall