5K runs in Scotland

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Ready... Steady... GLOW! Expect to be swept away on a distinctly magical 5K experience as dusk falls on the home of two 30-metre high horses.

Fri 13 - Sat 14 Mar
£26

Grangemouth, Falkirk, UK

Supernova Run Kelpies 5K

Ready... Steady... GLOW! Expect to be swept away on a distinctly magical 5K experience as dusk falls on the home of two 30-metre high horses.

5K run 2

Families
Venue accessible
Recycling
Beginner-friendly
Fancy dress
Urban
Free venue entry
Sustainability policy
Public transport links
All ages

The 5K is one of the first events of the exciting running festival weekend and offers a picturesque route around Holyrood Park with stunning panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle.

Sat 23 May
£32

Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh 5K

The 5K is one of the first events of the exciting running festival weekend and offers a picturesque route around Holyrood Park with stunning panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle.

5 km road running + 116 m ascent

Chip timing
Enter online
Undulating
Traffic free
Age 11 & over

If you like great beer and running on amazing riverside trails then this event is for you! Run 5K through the beautiful valley of the North Esk River to finish at the brewery for a free beer.

Sat 6 Jun
£35

Roslin, Midlothian, UK

Hop Run | 5K

If you like great beer and running on amazing riverside trails then this event is for you! Run 5K through the beautiful valley of the North Esk River to finish at the brewery for a free beer.

5 km trail running

Chip timing
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Undulating
Traffic free
Age 17 & over

Looking for a shorter race to keep the legs fresh for an evening of dancing, or keep to dip your toe into the world of trail running? This is just the choice for you.

Sat 27 Jun
£34-£42

Thornhill, Dumfries and Galloway, UK

South Scotland Outdoor Festival | Run Drumlanrig 5K

Looking for a shorter race to keep the legs fresh for an evening of dancing, or keep to dip your toe into the world of trail running? This is just the choice for you.

5 km trail running + 120 m ascent

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Age 18 & over

This welcoming 5K for runners of all abilities follows a flat route by the scenic River Ness, as part of the awe-inspiring Loch Ness Marathon festival weekend.

Sun 27 Sep
£18

Inverness, Highland, UK

River Ness 5K

This welcoming 5K for runners of all abilities follows a flat route by the scenic River Ness, as part of the awe-inspiring Loch Ness Marathon festival weekend.

5 km road running

Enter online
Flat
Traffic free
Age 1 & over

Experience a dazzling 5K across the iconic Forth Road Bridge, moving at your own pace through vibrant light features in an accessible, unforgettable night-time challenge.

Sat 7 Nov
£39.75

South Queensferry, Edinburgh, UK

Supernova Forth Road Bridge 5K

Experience a dazzling 5K across the iconic Forth Road Bridge, moving at your own pace through vibrant light features in an accessible, unforgettable night-time challenge.