Active events in Edinburgh
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Events in Edinburgh
Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
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
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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Come and Try It Orienteering at Lauriston Castle and the Cramond Foreshore
Edinburgh Southern Orienteering Club is holding a family friendly Come and Try Orienteering afternoon on Saturday 14th February at Lauriston Castle and Cramond Foreshore!
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Valentine’s Reggaeton Workshop
Are you ready to feel the rhythm, embrace the groove, and dive into the vibrant world of Reggaeton? Then join Pirita for this Valentine's workshop on Saturday 14th February!
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20 Along the Forth
20 Along the Forth is the ultimate 20-mile challenge, timed perfectly for Spring 2026 marathon and ultra runners.
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Outdoor Rock Climbing Open Session with Height Club
Come Roped Climbing, on real rock, under the watchful eye of a qualified instructor at North Berwick Law Quarry!
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Orienteering for Adult Beginners
Looking to improve your navigation skills or try a new sport? Scottish Orienteering are organising an adult beginner day at Cammo Estate, Edinburgh on Saturday 28th March!
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Race The Tram
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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Edinburgh Marathon Festival
Returning on the 23rd and 24th of May, The Edinburgh Marathon Festival is Scotland's largest running event and is widely considered one of the fastest marathons in the world!
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Sundowner 5K Series
Join Blast Running for a relaxed Summer Evening 5K Series across three of Edinburgh's best-loved green spaces... Inverleith Park, Leith Links and Fettes!
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My Name’5 Doddie Charity Race 5K / 10K / 1K Kids
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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Sunset Running Festival
Celebrate summer by running beside the sea along Cramond Promenade at the much loved Sunset Running Festival, now in its sixth year!
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Walk For A Cure Edinburgh
Join Alzheimer's Research UK on Sunday 26th July for this 5k walk and explore the stunning landscape and rich history of Holyrood Park, nestled beneath the majestic Arthur's Seat!
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Edinburgh Inflatable 5k (Obstacle Course & Fun Run)
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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Breaking The Laws
Honouring the Scottish Commandos and raising funds for Scottish Veterans Residences, Breaking The Laws 30K offers a memorable challenge for runners further option of a scenic 10K circular walk!
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Edinburgh Kiltwalk
Take big strides in 2026 and join us in the capital for Edinburgh Kiltwalk on 13 September, every step you take will make a BIG difference for the charity you love the most!
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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:
PRIME Football February Weekend Camp
PRIME Football Coaching look forward to hosting another February Football Camp to keep your players active, healthy, socialising and entertained!
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Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun
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 Council HSCP and East Renfrewshire Community Hub run several walking groups throughout the week perfect for beginners upwards!
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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)
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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Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
LUSH Glasgow City - Run Club
Want to try running in 2026? Join this a short jog around Glasgow designed for beginners, ending with a Vegan Latte at Lush Glasgow City!
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Springburn Junior Parkrun
Springburn Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Springburn Park!
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Pollok Parkrun
Pollok Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Pollok Country Park in the Southside of Glasgow!
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Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
St Andrew’s Hospice It’s A Knockout Challenge
Get ready to slip, slide and bounce your way through a laugh‑out‑loud day at St Andrew's Hospice's It's A Knockout Challenge, featuring enormous inflatables and fun‑filled team challenges!
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Maggie’s Lanarkshire 3 Peaks Challenge
Maggie's 3 Peaks Challenge is an exhilarating adventure that takes participants to some of the highest peaks in Lanarkshire, whilst supporting people affected by cancer!
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Drumpellier Junior Parkrun
Drumpellier Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Drumpellier Country Park!
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Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
St Vincent’s Hospice Golf Day
Support St Vincent's Hospice by taking part in their annual Golf Day at Cochrane Castle Golf Club in Johnstone on Friday 26th June!
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FFIT (Football Fans In Training)
Get fitter, happier and healthier with the St Mirren FC Charitable Foundation's FREE 14-week programme... FFIT (Football Fans In Training)!
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Paisley 10k & Fun Run
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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Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Skills for the Hills
Join Mountain Aid for a fun, friendly and inspiring day filled with talks, outdoor activities, demonstrations and exhibitor stands - all aimed at helping you enjoy Scotland's hills with confidence.
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AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions
AR26 Charity's Free Football For All Sessions are running between January and April, offering free fun and football on weeknights to kids between 6 and 14 years!
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Clarty Paws
Clarty Paws is a fun, muddy obstacle course event for people and their dogs taking place on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd March 2026.
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