Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2025
Don’t miss out on a chance to secure a place and sign up today.
Take advantage of heavily discounted running places, courtesy of NHS Lothian Charity. For just a small fee and minimum suggested sponsorship, you can run the Edinburgh Marathon Festival to support life-saving projects and patient comforts. Experience the fantastic atmosphere and crowds, the flat and fast route, and the beauty of Edinburgh.
Sign up for a discounted charity place
Take part in the full marathon, half marathon, Hairy Haggis relay (team of 4), 10K or 5K. Edinburgh Marathon Festival is a really popular event, so don’t miss out! Secure your place today, raise money and benefit from the discounted running place provided by NHS Lothian Charity.
Got your own place? Sign up to join our #CharityChampions
Let us know if you have your own place via the run organisers directly and would like to fundraise for NHS Lothian Charity. You’ll receive a free running vest and ongoing support to achieve your fundraising target.
| Distance | Discounted Registration Fee | Fundraising Target |
|---|---|---|
| Full Marathon (25 May, 2025) | £28.00 | Pledge to raise a minimum of £575 sponsorship |
| Half Marathon (25 May, 2025) | £20.00 | Pledge to raise a minimum of £300 sponsorship |
| Hairy Haggis Relay (25 May, 2025) | £40.00 | Pledge to raise a minimum of £650 sponsorship per team |
| 10K (24 May, 2025) | £10.00 | Pledge to raise a minimum of £150 sponsorship |
| 5K (24 May, 2025) | £5.00 | Pledge to raise a minimum of £100 sponsorship |
| Junior Runs (24 May, 2025) | £5.00 | Pledge to raise a minimum of £50 sponsorship. Complete our Junior Runs registration form. |
Sign up today and join our #CharityChampions
Sign up for Edinburgh Marathon 2025 Junior Runs
Join in one of many fun challenges such as the Junior 5K, 2K, 1.5K or Kilometre runs. A great day out soaking up the atmosphere and beauty of the city.
Join our community of #CharityChampions and raise money to transform lives, giving NHS staff what they need to go the extra mile when delivering patient care across hospitals, wards and in the communities of Edinburgh and the Lothians and beyond.
Every runner who signs up will receive:
- Wicking finisher’s t-shirt
- An official NHS Lothian – #ThankYouNHS running top
- Finisher’s medal & distance keyring
- NHS Lothian Charity medal
- Finisher’s pack
- Personalised event number with accurate timing chip
- Event baggage facilities
- Hydration and energy gel on route (for longer routes)
- Hydration and nutrition at the finish
- Results posted in your account within 48 hours
- Fantastic running experience
- Bags of support
Find out more about the Edinburgh Marathon Festival www.edinburghmarathon.com/
Questions?
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Frequently Asked Questions
A marathon is typically 26.2 miles long, which is equivalent to approximately 42.195 kilometres.
The start times for the Edinburgh Marathon Festival can vary. It’s best to check the official event schedule nearer the time.
The Edinburgh Marathon Festival takes place on the 24th and 25th of May 2025, with the full and half marathon taking place on the 25th of May.
Training for a full or half marathon involves a combination of running, strength training, proper rest and nutrition. It’s important to follow a structured training plan that gradually increases mileage and intensity while allowing for recovery.
Average full marathon times vary widely depending on a range of factors. Generally full marathon times can range from around 4 to 6 hours. Half marathon times typically range from 1.5 to 3 hours.
The number of runners participating in the Edinburgh Marathon can vary from year to year. Typically, thousands of people take part.
The Edinburgh Marathon route showcases the city’s stunning scenery, passing through iconic landmarks such as Holyrood Park, Edinburgh Castle, and the Royal Mile. For specific details on the route, including maps, visit the u003ca href=u0022https://www.edinburghmarathon.com/marathon/route-mapu0022u003eEdinburgh Marathon Festival official websiteu003c/au003e.
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