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Active events in Edinburgh

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Events in Edinburgh

Arthur’s Secrets

Selected dates between 14th January 2025 - 31st March 2026

Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2026 - 31st December 2026
Various Locations Edinburgh

Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!

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Blast 5km Series @ The Meadows

Selected dates between 20th January 2026 - 22nd December 2026

Join Blast Running in the heart of Edinburgh for the Monthly Blast 5K Series at The Meadows – a lively lunchtime race that’s become a firm favourite on the city’s running calendar.

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The Innocent Half

8th February 2026

Looking for a fresh running challenge? Then join Blast Running for The Innocent Half, back with a brand new route and it’s one you won’t want to miss!

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20 Along the Forth

21st March 2026
Various Locations Edinburgh

20 Along the Forth is the ultimate 20-mile challenge, timed perfectly for Spring 2026 marathon and ultra runners.

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Race The Tram

26th April 2026

Blast Running's Race the Tram is back for its second outing on Sunday 26th April, offering a fresh and playful twist on city running!

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My Name’5 Doddie Charity Race 5K / 10K / 1K Kids

7th June 2026

Join Blast Running for the My Name'5 Doddie Charity Race at Gypsy Brae Recreation Ground and the Silverknowes Promenade for a friendly, inclusive running event supporting two great causes!

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Edinburgh Inflatable 5k (Obstacle Course & Fun Run)

5th September 2026

Get ready to jump, bounce, slide and swing through the World's BIGGEST and CRAZIEST Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course when it returns to Edinburgh on Saturday 5th September!

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Active Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun

Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun

Selected dates between 4th January 2026 - 27th December 2026

Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Rouken Glen Park!

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East Renfrewshire Health Walks

East Renfrewshire Health Walks

Selected dates between 12th January 2026 - 18th December 2026

East Renfrewshire Council HSCP and East Renfrewshire Community Hub run several walking groups throughout the week perfect for beginners upwards!

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Active Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Fife Pilgrim Way Ultra Marathon (90K)

Fife Pilgrim Way Ultra Marathon (90K)

2nd May 2026

Join Blast Running and discover the Fife Pilgrim Ultra Marathon 2026 – a 50-mile journey along the ancient pilgrim route from North Queensferry to St Andrews Cathedral.

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Active Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Curious About Glasgow - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

Curious About Glasgow - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2026 - 31st December 2026

Have fun discovering Glasgow on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!

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Springburn Parkrun

Springburn Parkrun

Selected dates between 3rd January 2026 - 26th December 2026

Springburn Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Springburn Park in the North of Glasgow!

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Victoria Parkrun

Victoria Parkrun

Selected dates between 3rd January 2026 - 26th December 2026

Victoria Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Victoria Park in the West End of Glasgow!

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Active Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Nite Lite Run Dark

Nite Lite Run Dark

20th February 2026

North Lanarkshire's night time running event, Nite Lite Run Dark, returns for 2026 on Friday 20th February!

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Glasgow Inflatable 5k (Obstacle Course & Fun Run)

Glasgow Inflatable 5k (Obstacle Course & Fun Run)

29th August 2026

Get ready to jump, bounce, slide and swing through the World's BIGGEST and CRAZIEST Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course when it returns to Strathclyde Country Park on Saturday 29th August!

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Drumpellier Junior Parkrun

Drumpellier Junior Parkrun

Selected dates between 4th January 2026 - 27th December 2026

Drumpellier Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Drumpellier Country Park!

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Active Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Battery Park Junior Parkrun

Battery Park Junior Parkrun

Selected dates between 4th January 2026 - 27th December 2026

Battery Park Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Battery Park, Greenock!

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Paisley 10k & Fun Run

Paisley 10k & Fun Run

16th August 2026

Time to look out your running shoes and get in training for the 2026 Paisley 10k and Fun Run when it returns on Sunday 16th August!

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Kilmacolm Running Festival

Kilmacolm Running Festival

17th May 2026

Kilmacolm Running Festival is one of the biggest participation events in Inverclyde's sporting calendar and it returns for 2026 on Sunday 15th May!

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Active Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Drops and Jumps Skills Course

Drops and Jumps Skills Course

31st January 2026

Join PEAK MTB for their Drops and Jumps Skills Course, ideal for riders progressing to more technical terrain and learning to jump confidently!

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Intro to Mountain Biking

Intro to Mountain Biking

31st January 2026

Join PEAK MTB at Carron Valley for a friendly and confidence-building introduction to mountain biking... perfect for riders who are new to the sport or looking to develop their core skills.

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Youth Workshop: MTB Foundations

Youth Workshop: MTB Foundations

1st February 2026

PEAK MTB's Youth Foundations Workshop is perfect for younger riders aged 8-11 who are new to mountain biking or looking to build solid foundations amongst their peers.

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Events in Other Areas

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Sponsored Links

Cancer Research UK
The Cookbook Shop
Fayre Play
King Pins
The Cogency
Cancer Research UK
Wonder & Co
The Chocolatarium
Escape The Past
Edinburgh Dungeon
ATG

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