Choose your distance - full marathon, half marathon, 10k or a team relay. Raise funds and awareness whilst running through the beautiful city of Edinburgh. Enjoy fast and flat full/half marathon routes, participate in Scotland's largest mass participation sports event.
Sunday 24th May 2026 - Full Marathon, Half Marathon and Team Relay
Saturday 23rd May 2026 - 10k, 5k and Junior Races
Edinburgh, UK
A variety of distances over 2 days. All set in the beautiful city of Edinburgh, and all offer the chance to raise money to support people affected by ME.
Voted the fasted marathon in the UK by Runner's World, great for setting a personal best with picturesque views.
Sunday 24th May 2026
A fast and flat route alongside Edinburgh's iconic landmarks, great for a first half marathon or a personal best!
Sunday 24th May 2026
Join forces as a team of 4 to complete the Edinburgh Marathon.
Saturday 23rd May 2026
In the stunning Holyrood Park, with beautiful panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh castle.
Saturday 23rd May 2026
Get the kids involved! Events for under 18s in Holyrood Park.
Junior 5k for 11 - 18 year olds
Junior 2k for 9 - 12 year olds
Junior 1.5k for 6 - 8 year olds
Kids 1k for 3 - 6 year olds
Saturday 23rd May 2026
We fund your place in the event, and in return you agree to raise a minimum amount of money and pay a registration fee (amounts below). Our fundraising team will be here to support you every step of the way. View full terms & conditions.
Fill in our application form before 31 January 2026.
Apply now
You get the same support whether you have a charity or self-funded place:
Purchase your own place in the event, and still raise money for Action for ME! Perfect if you don't want the hassle of applying and reaching a fundraising target, or if you would simply prefer to purchase your own place.
Purchase your place through the event organisers, then register to fundraise for us! Apply now
You get the same support whether you have a charity or self-funded place:
