There are 58 upcoming 5k races in Scotland listed. Next up: Moira's Run 2026 (Sunday, 18 October 2026), Balloch Castle 5k/10k/Half Marathon (Saturday, 24 October 2026), Kinneil Estate 5k/10k/Half Marathon (Saturday, 24 October 2026).
Upcoming races only, soonest first. Confirm dates and entry details with the organiser.
Glasgow · Queens Park, Glasgow , & Virtual Run
A 5K fundraising run at Queen’s Park in Glasgow, in memory of Moira Jones and supporting The Moira Fund. A separate virtual participation option is also offered.
£12.50
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Alexandria · Balloch Castle Country Park, 20 Park Avenue, Alexandria, G83 8JS, United Kingdom
Balloch Castle 5k/10k/Half Marathon is organised by Up and Running Events in Alexandria. Entry options: 5k; 10k; Half Marathon.
£22–£26
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Bo'Ness · Kinneil Estate, Bo'Ness, EH51 0, United Kingdom
Kinneil Estate 5k/10k/Half Marathon is organised by Up and Running Events in Bo'Ness. Entry options: 5k; 10k; Half Marathon.
£22.90–£25.90
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Edinburgh · Cramond Foreshore, Edinburgh, EH4 5, United Kingdom
Cramond Promenade 5k/10k/Half Marathon - October 2026 is organised by Up and Running Events in Edinburgh. Entry options: Half Marathon; 10k; 5k. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£22.90–£26.90
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Glasgow · Cuningar Loop, Cuningar Estate, Glasgow, G73 1PW, United Kingdom
Cuningar Loop 5k/10k is organised by Up and Running Events in Glasgow. Entry options: 5k; 10k. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£22.90–£24.90
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Edinburgh · 20 East Fettes Avenue, Edinburgh, EH4 1RU, United Kingdom
Inverleith Park 5k/10k - October 2026 is organised by Up and Running Events in Edinburgh. Entry options: 10k; 5k. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£20–£24
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Dalkeith · Dalkeith Country Park, EH22 2NA
A twelve-hour overnight challenge on five-kilometre loops in Dalkeith Country Park, from 19:00 to 07:00. Enter solo or as a team of two or four. Runners choose their total distance. Entries have closed.
£49.98–£122.40
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Anstruther · The Ship, Anstruther
A Halloween 5K starting and finishing outside The Ship in Anstruther. Runners complete three laps around the harbour and Lovers Lane.
£12.50
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Tayvallich · Tayvallich Village Hall, Tayvallich, Argyll, Scotland, PA31 8PW
A choice of 5K, 10K and approximately 6.8-mile cross-country routes in Taynish National Nature Reserve. Races start at Tayvallich Church and finish at the village hall. Proceeds support Macmillan Cancer Support. Waiting list only.
£20.80
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Glasgow
The King’s Park race in Acorn Trails’ South By Five series. Each race is 5K. Entry is advertised without a race fee but requires a mandatory minimum donation to the Acorn Trails Community Fund; check the organiser for the amount.
Price not confirmed
Glasgow · Haggswood Avenue, 122 Dumbreck Road, Glasgow, G41 4, United Kingdom
Pollok Park 5k/10k - November 2026 is organised by Up and Running Events in Glasgow. Entry options: 10k; 5k. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£22.90–£24.90
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Tayport · Larick Centre, Tayport
Separate half-marathon, 10K and 5K trail courses through Tentsmuir Forest, with a 1.2K family run. Event headquarters are at the Larick Centre in Tayport. Distances have separate start times and age rules.
£19.76–£39
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Glasgow · Bellahouston Park, Glasgow, G52 1, United Kingdom
Bellahouston Park 5k/10k/Half Marathon - November 2026 is organised by Up and Running Events in Glasgow. Entry options: Half Marathon; 10k; 5k. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£22.90–£27.90
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Aberdeen · The Bandstand, Aberdeen, AB11 7, United Kingdom
Duthie Park 5k/10k - November 2026 is organised by Up and Running Events in Aberdeen. Entry options: 10k; 5k. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£22.90–£24.90
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South Queensferry · Forth Road Bridge
An evening 5K on the traffic-free bridge, with light installations along the way. Walk, jog or run; entrants must be at least 12, and under-16s need an accompanying adult. Check your allocated arrival and start details.
From £39.75
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North Berwick · John Muir Way Nocturnal Ultra Marathon Balgone Barns North Berwick EH39 5NY
A six-hour night challenge on approximately 5K off-road loops at Balgone Barns, North Berwick. Solo and relay options are available; participants choose how many laps to run. A headtorch and trail equipment are required.
£72.80–£99.84
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Edinburgh · Holyrood Park, Edinburgh, EH16 5, United Kingdom
Holyrood Park 5k/10k/Half Marathon - November 2026 is organised by Up and Running Events in Edinburgh. Entry options: Half Marathon; 10k; 5k. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£22–£26
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Motherwell · Strathclyde Road, Motherwell, ML1 3, United Kingdom
Strathclyde Park 5k/10k/Half Marathon - November 2026 is organised by Up and Running Events in Motherwell. Entry options: 10k; Half Marathon; 5k. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£22.90–£27.90
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Glasgow
ACORN South By Five - Linn Park takes place in Glasgow on 15 November 2026. Organised by Acorn Trails. Check the organiser’s booking page for the full route, start arrangements, age requirements and current entry conditions.
Price not confirmed
Glasgow · Elder Park, Glasgow, G51 4, United Kingdom
Elder Park 5k/10k is organised by Up and Running Events in Glasgow. Entry options: 5k; 10k. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£22.90–£24.90
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Gorebridge · EH23 4NU, Gorebridge, United Kingdom
Vogrie Country Park 5k/10k/Half Marathon - November 2026 is organised by Up and Running Events in Gorebridge. Entry options: 5k; 10k; Half Marathon.
£22.90–£27.90
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Edinburgh · Hermitage of Braid House, Hermitage, Edinburgh
Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill 10km and 5km Trail Runs and Festive Fun Run 2026 takes place in Edinburgh on 22 November 2026. Organised by Scurry Events Ltd.. Published venue: Hermitage of Braid House, Hermitage, Edinburgh. Check the organiser’s booking page for the full route, start arrangements, age requirements and current entry conditions.
£21.84–£27.04
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Edinburgh · Gypsy Brae Recreation Ground, Edinburgh, EH5 1, United Kingdom
The Hot Chocolate 5K and 10K is organised by Blast Running in Edinburgh. Entry options: 5K; 10K. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£13–£18
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Edinburgh · St Margarets Well, Queens Drive, Edinburgh, EH8 8HG, United Kingdom
The Edinburgh 1.5k, 5k, 10k & Half Marathon MoRun is organised by The Fix Events UK in Edinburgh. Entry options: 5K; 10K; Half Marathon. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£30–£35
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Glasgow
ACORN South By Five - Rouken Glen takes place in Glasgow on 29 November 2026. Organised by Acorn Trails. Check the organiser’s booking page for the full route, start arrangements, age requirements and current entry conditions.
Price not confirmed
Glasgow · Glasgow Green, Glasgow, G5 0, United Kingdom
The Glasgow 1.5k, 5k, 10k & Half Marathon MoRun is organised by The Fix Events UK in Glasgow. Entry options: 5k MoRun; 10k MoRun; Half Marathon. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£30–£35
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Huntly · Huntly Nordic and and Outdoor centre Huntly
Gordon Rural Action Santa Run 2026 takes place in Huntly on 05 December 2026. Organised by Gordon Rural Action. Published venue: Huntly Nordic and and Outdoor centre Huntly. Check the organiser’s booking page for the full route, start arrangements, age requirements and current entry conditions.
£10.50
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Edinburgh · Portobello Town Hall, 147-149 Portobello High Street, Edinburgh, EH15 1AF
A one-off 5km community fun run in Portobello, with a cinnamon bun included in the ticket.
£9.92
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Edinburgh · Inverleith Park, Arboretum Place, Edinburgh, EH3 5NY, United Kingdom
Edinburgh Christmas Running Festival is organised by Great Scottish Events in Edinburgh. Entry options: Edinburgh Christmas 5k; Edinburgh Christmas 10k. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£20
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Glasgow · Queens Park, Glasgow, G42 9, United Kingdom
Queens Park 5k/10k - December 2026 is organised by Up and Running Events in Glasgow. Entry options: 10k; 5k. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£24.90
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Aviemore · Glenmore Lodge , Glenmore Lodge , , PH22 1QZ
Aviemore Santa Run takes place in Aviemore on 12 December 2026. Organised by Disability Snowsport UK. A 5K woodland route with a short road section and a separate family Merry Mile. Full entry includes a Santa suit; eco entry uses your own festive outfit. Check the organiser for final race-day instructions.
Price not confirmed
Aberdeen · Aberdeen Beach Front Footdee Aberdeen
Aberdeen Santa Run 5k takes place in Aberdeen on 13 December 2026. Organised by David Scott. Published venue: Aberdeen Beach Front Footdee Aberdeen. Check the organiser’s booking page for the full route, start arrangements, age requirements and current entry conditions.
£20.80–£22.88
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Glasgow · Pollok Park
ACORN South By Five - Pollok Park takes place in Glasgow on 13 December 2026. Organised by Acorn Trails. Check the organiser’s booking page for the full route, start arrangements, age requirements and current entry conditions.
Price not confirmed
Glasgow · Bellahouston Park, 16 Dumbreck Road, Bellahouston, G41 5BW
A marked 5km charity run at Bellahouston Park with stopwatch timing and a final lap of the track. Registration is free, but the organiser suggests a minimum donation of £20 per runner.
Price not confirmed
St Andrews · West Sands (Next to Blown Away Watersports) St. Andrews
Santa's 5K Sleighs of Fire Race 2026 takes place in St Andrews on 13 December 2026. Organised by Anster Haddies Running Club. Published venue: West Sands (Next to Blown Away Watersports) St. Andrews. Check the organiser’s booking page for the full route, start arrangements, age requirements and current entry conditions.
£10.50
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Dundonald · Dundonald Castle, KA2 9HD
Running / Walking organised by Scott Brown Fitness in Dundonald. Published options: 5km; 10km. Online entry deadline: Sunday 20th December 2026 at 16:00. Published meeting-location reference: ///pint.await.cabs.
£13
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Glasgow · Kelvin Way, Glasgow, G12 8, United Kingdom
Up and Running Christmas Cracker - Glasgow is organised by Up and Running Events in Glasgow. Entry options: 10k; 5k. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£22.90–£24.90
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Glasgow
ACORN South By Five - Bellahouston Park takes place in Glasgow on 03 January 2027. Organised by Acorn Trails. Check the organiser’s booking page for the full route, start arrangements, age requirements and current entry conditions.
Price not confirmed
Perth · PH1 5HG Barossa Place, Perth, United Kingdom
Great Perthshire Last Mince Pie Run is organised by Great Scottish Events in Perth. Entry options: Great Perthshire Last Mince Pie Run. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£10
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Aviemore · THE HAYFIELD GLENMORE FOREST PARK
The Loch Morlich Running Festival 2027 takes place in Aviemore on 03 January 2027. Organised by Fitnessat58degrees. Published venue: THE HAYFIELD GLENMORE FOREST PARK. Check the organiser’s booking page for the full route, start arrangements, age requirements and current entry conditions.
£31.20–£36.40
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Glasgow
ACORN South By Five - Queens Park takes place in Glasgow on 17 January 2027. Organised by Acorn Trails. Check the organiser’s booking page for the full route, start arrangements, age requirements and current entry conditions.
Price not confirmed
Gorebridge · Vogrie Country Park Gorebridge EH23 4NU
Scurry Around Vogrie Country Park Trail Running Festival - Half Marathon, 10km, 5km , 1.6km - 2027 takes place in Gorebridge on 17 January 2027. Organised by Scurry Events Ltd.. Published venue: Vogrie Country Park Gorebridge EH23 4NU. Check the organiser’s booking page for the full route, start arrangements, age requirements and current entry conditions.
£19.76–£38.48
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Edinburgh · Queens Drive, Edinburgh, EH8 9, United Kingdom
The Edinburgh 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run is organised by The Fix Events UK in Edinburgh. Entry options: 5 km; 10 km; Half Marathon. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£25–£30
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Glasgow · Glasgow Green, Nelson's Column, Glasgow Green, Glasgow, G1 5DB.
The Glasgow 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run is organised by The Fix Events UK in Glasgow. Entry options: 5 km; 10 km; Half Marathon. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£25–£30
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Maybole · Culzean Castle, Maybole, KA19 8LE
CULZEAN CASTLE TRAIL RUNS takes place in Maybole on 07 March 2027. Organised by Wild Deer Events. Published venue: Culzean Castle, Maybole, KA19 8LE. Check the organiser’s booking page for the full route, start arrangements, age requirements and current entry conditions.
£25–£32
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Falkirk · Helix Park, Falkirk
An evening 5K around Helix Park and the illuminated Kelpies. The event welcomes runners, joggers and walkers; check the organiser’s age and accompaniment rules.
From £26.50
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Falkirk · Helix Park, Falkirk
An evening 5K around Helix Park and the illuminated Kelpies. The event welcomes runners, joggers and walkers; check the organiser’s age and accompaniment rules.
From £26.50
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Glasgow · Glasgow Green, Glasgow, G40 1, United Kingdom
ABBATHON Themed 5K and 10k Run - Glasgow is organised by Run Fanatics in Glasgow. Entry options: ABBATHON 5K Run; ABBATHON 10K Run. The course surface has not been confirmed.
£29.99–£31.99
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Scone · SCONE PALACE, PERTH
SCONE PALACE TRAIL RUNS takes place in Scone on 04 April 2027. Organised by Wild Deer Events. Published venue: SCONE PALACE, PERTH. Check the organiser’s booking page for the full route, start arrangements, age requirements and current entry conditions.
£22–£28
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Selkirk · The Haining, Selkirk TD7 5LR
The Charmian Interest Link Challenge 2027 takes place in Selkirk on 24 April 2027. Organised by Interest Link Borders. Published venue: The Haining, Selkirk TD7 5LR. Check the organiser’s booking page for the full route, start arrangements, age requirements and current entry conditions.
£10
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Kirkcaldy · Beveridge Park, Abbotshall Road, KY2 5LZ
A 5km obstacle-course fundraising event for Cancer Research UK at Beveridge Park in Kirkcaldy. Participants can run, jog or walk at their own pace. The course includes climbing, crawling and sliding obstacles. The organiser asks each participant to aim to raise £50.00. Starts are arranged in waves; choose a time when booking.
£11.24
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Edinburgh · Holyrood Park, near Dynamic Earth
Saturday races around Holyrood Park, with climbs and city views. The 10K starts at 09:00 and the 5K at 11:00. These are separate entries within the festival weekend.
From £25
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Oldmeldrum · Meldrum Academy, Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire
Run Barra 2027 takes place in Oldmeldrum on 29 May 2027. Organised by Kayleigh's Wee Stars. Published venue: Meldrum Academy, Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire. Check the organiser’s booking page for the full route, start arrangements, age requirements and current entry conditions.
£20–£30
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Motherwell · Strathclyde Country Park, 366 Hamilton Road, ML1 3ED
A 5km obstacle-course fundraising event for Cancer Research UK at Strathclyde Country Park in Motherwell. Participants can run, jog or walk at their own pace. The course includes climbing, crawling and sliding obstacles. The organiser asks each participant to aim to raise £50.00. Starts are arranged in waves; choose a time when booking.
£11.24
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Dundee · Camperdown Park, Coupar Angus Road, DD2 4TF
A 5km obstacle-course fundraising event for Cancer Research UK at Camperdown Park in Dundee. Participants can run, jog or walk at their own pace. The course includes climbing, crawling and sliding obstacles. The organiser asks each participant to aim to raise £50.00. Starts are arranged in waves; choose a time when booking.
£11.24
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Edinburgh · The Meadows, Melville Drive, EH9 1ND
A 5km obstacle-course fundraising event for Cancer Research UK at The Meadows in Edinburgh. Participants can run, jog or walk at their own pace. The course includes climbing, crawling and sliding obstacles. The organiser asks each participant to aim to raise £50.00. Starts are arranged in waves; choose a time when booking.
£11.24
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Falkirk · Callendar House, Callendar Road, Falkirk, FK1 1YR
FALKIRK WILD SUMMER TRAIL RUNS - CALLENDAR HOUSE takes place in Falkirk on 17 July 2027. Organised by Wild Deer Events. Published venue: Callendar House, Callendar Road, Falkirk, FK1 1YR. Check the organiser’s booking page for the full route, start arrangements, age requirements and current entry conditions.
£24–£29
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Edinburgh · Holyrood Park, Edinburgh EH8 8AZ
Undulating, closed-road laps of Holyrood Park beneath Arthur's Seat, with 5K, 10K and half-marathon options.
£31.50–£37.80
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