Active 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!

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.

Arthur’s Amble

Come along for a gentle guided walk around Hunter's Bog and St. Margaret's Loch and learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

Family-friendly Orienteering

Come and try orienteering with Edinburgh Southern Orienteering Club at Saughton Park and Gardens on Saturday 18th April!

Water Safari

Join the expert rangers and outdoor instructors for an alternative view of Linlithgow Palace and its wonderful wildlife on a fun-filled canoe adventure!

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!

Youth Circus Classes

Looking for a fun, creative physical activity for your child? Join Think Circus at Leith St Andrews Parish Church and explore the world of juggling, hula hoop, plate spinning and more!

National Try Bowls Weekend at Willowbrae Bowling Club

Join Willowbrae Bowling Club on 2nd & 3rd of May to try lawn bowls for free. Equipment will be provided, all you need to bring are flat soled shoes for wearing on the green.

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!

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!

Tough Mudder Scotland

Get stuck into the ultimate muddy adventure as Tough Mudder returns to Edinburgh's Hopetoun Estate on Saturday 6th June for an epic, obstacle-packed challenge with stunning Firth of Forth views!

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!

Scotland Spartan Race

Get stuck into a gritty Spartan challenge at the stunning Hopetoun Estate for an unforgettable, demanding obstacle race amidst stunning Scottish scenery right on Edinburgh's doorstep!

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!

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!

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!

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!

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!

Join Clarkston Bowling & Tennis Club for their Try Bowls Afternoons on Saturday 18th April, it's the most fun you can have on two feet and can be played by young and old alike!

Run the Blades returns to Whitelee Windfarm in July 2026 with four events... a 10K, Half Marathon, the 50K Ultra and their Junior RTB!

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.

Glasgow Kiltwalk is back for 2026 and due to popular demand, it will be another TWO DAY event on the 25 & 26 April, every step you take will make a BIG difference for the charity you love the most!

Glasgow comes together this April for a brand-new weekend of racing, movement and community in the heart of the city... don't miss your opportunity to take part in the Glasgow Running Festival!

Join Glasgow Eco Trust and Victoria Park Community Trust on Sunday 19th April for their annual Spring Into Summer Family Fun Day with activities, music, info stalls and more!

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!

Join 'Jinky's Journey' on Monday 4th May, a 7-mile walk from Viewpark to Celtic Park celebrating Jimmy Johnstone's legacy while raising vital funds for MND Scotland and Celtic FC Foundation!

Get ready to jump, slide, and conquer the ultimate muddy challenge at the Auchingarrich Mud Monsters Family Fun Run on Sunday 26th April and Sunday 24th May!

Explore the wonderful wetlands at RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve, their experienced guide will take you around the reserve and point out the interesting wildlife to be found!

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!

Sign up now for the annual Cancer Research UK Race for Life in Stirling, being held on Sunday 3rd May, and help raise valuable funds for life-saving research.