Active Events in Edinburgh in May 2025
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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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Arthur’s Secrets
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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Portobello Health Walk
Join Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project for this free weekly walk in Portobello. It's a low level, inclusive health walk open to everyone!
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Groove Back & Reggaeton Saturday Dance Classes
Ready to reignite your passion for dance? The Groove Back and Reggaeton Saturday classes at Blazin Studio are here to help you do just that!
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Granton Giants: Adult Dodgeball
Looking for a fun and energetic way to stay active? Then come along and join the Granton Giants for these adult dodgeball training sessions every Tuesday!
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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!
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Edinburgh Marathon Festival
The Edinburgh Marathon Festival returns on the weekend of 24th and 25th May 2025.
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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 is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Rouken Glen Park!
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Neilston Pad Race
The historic Neilston Pad Race is being held on Saturday 3rd May and local residents are invited to take part!
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Lochgoin E-Bike Circuit
Join the Whitelee Countryside Rangers for a led bike ride around the Lochgoin Circuit and a visit to the Blackwood Hill Viewpoint!
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Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Fife Race for Life 3k, 5k and 10k
Sign up now for Cancer Research UK Race for Life 3K, 5K or 10k and Pretty Muddy at Beveridge Park on 11th May and raise valuable funds for life-saving research.
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Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Family Ride Against Genocide
Come along and enjoy a family cycle around Glasgow City Centre this Sunday 4th May for the Bank Holiday Weekend in support of the Palestinian people.
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Good Move Glasgow Health Walks
Good Move Glasgow's Health Walks are easy, fun and free. What's more, with over 50 walks taking place each week, there's bound to be one near you!
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Wings For Life World Run
Glasgow's city centre is gearing up for a feel-good fitness event as The Social Hub becomes the only central venue in town to take part in the Wings for Life World Run this May.
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Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
It’s A Knockout
St. Andrew's Hospice are holding their annual 'It's A Knockout' charity event in Strathclyde Park on Friday 9th and Saturday 10th May!
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Chair Yoga for Every Body
Join Nicki from Superstar Yoga for some gentle Chair Yoga, suitable for all, at David Livingstone Birthplace on Friday afternoons in May!
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South Lanarkshire Charity Cup
Agape Wellbeing is hosting the South Lanarkshire Charity Cup on Thursday 15th May at Kirktonholme Pitches in East Kilbride!
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Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Johnstone Burgh Ladies FC
Johnstone Burgh Ladies are looking to recruit new players and build their squad. They are looking for players age 18+ of any ability who can join them for training on Monday evenings!
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Erskine Health Walk
Join Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project in Erskine on Thursday afternoons for their inclusive health walk!
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Renfrewshire Walking Network Community Walks
Enjoy some fresh air and activity on one of Renfrewshire Walking Network's free weekly health walks, held in locations across Renfrewshire!
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Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
St Vincent’s Hospice The Kelpies Challenge
Are You Ready for the Ultimate Adventure? Take on the Kelpies Challenge, a one-of-a-kind experience that will push your limits and thrill your senses!
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Denny Health Walk
Join Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project for this free weekly walk in Denny. It's a low level, inclusive health walk open to everyone!
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Guided ‘No Rush’ Hike: Ben Lomond
Skylark Guiding's No Rush Hikes are slower guided hikes for those who like to stop, take in the view, catch their breath, and take extra time on trickier terrain.
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