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Edinburgh Marathon Festival events 2026

  • Edinburgh
  • 23–24 May 2026
  • Variety of distances available

    Are you ready to take on a challenge at the Edinburgh Marathon Festival? The festival offers a range of distance options to choose from. Complete the form at the end of this page to register your interest, and we'll follow up with details of how to join.

    Gather some friends and run a marathon relay as a team of four. Or get the whole family involved with junior events.

    The marathon relay takes place on Sunday 24 May, starting on Potterow.

    All other events take place on Saturday 23 May in the picturesque surroundings of Holyrood Park.

    Be part of the fight for home when you run for Shelter Scotland. Get sponsored and raise funds to support people facing homelessness or unsafe housing.

    Already have your own place?

    If you've already secured a spot at one of the events, you can help create housing justice by running and fundraising for Shelter Scotland. We'd love for you to join the team – please get in touch.

    Join Team Shelter Scotland

    Have any questions?

    Check out our event guidance or get in touch at communityscotland@shelter.org.uk.

    Volunteer

    Want to help out at this event? Email communityscotland@shelter.org.uk.

    Distance options

    • Marathon relay

    • 10k

    • 5k

    • Junior 5k (11–18 year olds)

    • Junior 2k (9–12 year olds)

    • Junior 1.5k (6–8 year olds)

    • Kids' kilometre (3–6 year olds)

    Your run fuels the fight for home

    A woman running in a Shelter vest which says 'Home is everything' on the back

    When you fundraise for Shelter and Shelter Scotland, you stand with people at the sharp end of the housing emergency. Our experts offer vital support and advice through our helpline, webchat or face-to-face in local hubs.

    We also campaign tirelessly for long-term change, demanding better rights for renters and a new generation of social homes. Together with your help, we can continue to fight for housing justice.

    Fundraising for Shelter and Shelter Scotland

    We recommend you start by setting up a fundraising page on JustGiving and asking friends, family and colleagues to sponsor you. You can also organise an event such as a bake sale or quiz. See our fundraising resources for more inspiration.

    Our friendly Events team are on hand to support you with your fundraising. If you have a question or want to talk through ideas, email communityscotland@shelter.org.uk or call us on 0344 515 1190.

    Read our full guidance about running for Shelter and Shelter Scotland

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