Fundraising Events
Set yourself a challenge and raise money to support your local NHS Charity
Take part and get fit, reach a goal, or cross off a bucket list item to support NHS Lothian patients, their families and staff.
From the everyday to the transformational, you can make healthcare better for everyone; from refurbishing wards, making them more comfortable for patients, providing wellbeing spaces to care for NHS staff or supporting cutting-edge technology or equipment that can change lives. All these things and more have the potential to transform healthcare.
Visit our events section for a full list of what’s on, or check out some of our upcoming events below. Become a #CharityChampion today!
Running Events
Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2027
Register today for the Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2027. Sign up to take part in the full marathon, half marathon, Hairy Haggis Relay, 10K, 5K and a selection of junior runs. Be one of the first and don’t miss out on a chance to secure a place!
Sign up today and we’ll send you an exclusive early-bird code for an extra 25% off your discounted charity registration fee!
29 and 30 May 2027.
TCS London Marathon 2027
If you have a ballot place for either the Saturday or Sunday marathon and want to fundraise for NHS Lothian Charity, we’d love to support you!
24 and 25 April 2027
Women’s and Men’s 10K Edinburgh
Join us on 19 September 2027 and raise money to support projects that can improve, change or save lives!
Enjoy the Edinburgh route past the Scottish National Gallery, through Princes Street Gardens, with Edinburgh Castle as your backdrop. It also passes Scott Monument, Scottish Parliament, before taking in Arthurs Seat, Dynamic Earth and Holyrood Palace before Grassmarket and BT Murrayfield.
19 September 2027
Women’s and Men’s 10K Glasgow
Starting at the spectacular setting of the Riverside Transport Museum, the route heads east along the River Clyde and takes in the scenic views.
Iconic buildings to look out for include the Glasgow Science Centre, The Armadillo, The SECC and the SSE Hydro and all within the first 2KM.
20 June 2027
Scottish Half Marathon and Scottish 10K
Run the fast and flat Scottish Half Marathon or 10K through East Lothian’s scenic countryside and Golf Coast, finishing at Musselburgh Racecourse.
15 August 2027
Walking Events
Kiltwalk 2027
Coming soon!
Take on the Kiltwalk for NHS Lothian Charity in 2027
Whether you’re a returning walker or thinking about taking part for the first time, we’d love to have you join our #CharityChampions. Every step taken helps us support patients, families and staff across NHS Lothian.
We’ll share details of our 2027 Kiltwalk plans as soon as registrations open.
Festive Fundraising Activities
The National ‘Elf Service Day
Secure your spot on Santa’s nice list!
The National ‘Elf Service Day is BACK! Claim your FREE Elf Fundraising Pack, bursting with everything you need to organise a successful fundraiser, from festive activities and fundraising ideas to helpful resources and materials.
So grab your most festive outfit and join us for a day of fun and festive fundraising to support NHS Lothian patients and staff.
10 December 2026
Win a magical day trip to Lapland for 4 people!
Take part in our Lapland raffle to experience a magical day in Finnish Lapland with your family and meet Santa Claus in his homeland, courtesy of Canterbury Travel.
The prize includes return flights from Edinburgh, snowmobile and sleigh rides, husky and reindeer experiences, tobogganing, a visit to an ice igloo, a two-course hot lunch and a private family meeting with Santa.
Do your own thing
Your challenge, your way
Whether it’s climbing a Munro, swimming, cycling, or something completely different, let us know and we’ll support you every step of the way.
Fundraising ideas
Stuck for ideas? No worries we have plenty!
Questions?
We can’t wait to hear about your fundraising ideas and challenges. Remember to tag us in your social media posts!