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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.

  • Families
  • Venue accessible
  • Recycling
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Fancy dress
  • Urban
  • Free venue entry
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • All ages
  • 5K run 2
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
  • 6 charities
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.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • Traffic free
  • Age 11 & over
  • 5 km road running + 116 m ascent
This brand new venue is not for the faint-hearted with courses that will drag you through jaw-dropping scenery, winding woodland trails and circling beach shores on a gritty, leg-burning adventure.
  • Sat 6 Jun
  • £80
  • 2 charities
South Queensferry, West Lothian, UK

Tough Mudder Scotland | 5K

This brand new venue is not for the faint-hearted with courses that will drag you through jaw-dropping scenery, winding woodland trails and circling beach shores on a gritty, leg-burning adventure.

  • Enter online
  • Hilly
  • Traffic free
  • Fundraising optional
  • Age 14 & over
  • 5 km multi terrain running
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.

  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Undulating
  • Traffic free
  • Age 17 & over
  • 5 km trail running
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.

  • Enter online
  • Age 18 & over
  • 5 km trail running + 120 m ascent
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.

  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • Traffic free
  • Age 1 & over
  • 5 km road running
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.

  • Beginner-friendly
  • Chip timing
  • Enter online
  • Flat
  • Traffic free
  • Fancy dress
  • Event village
  • Urban
  • Age 12 & over
  • 5 km road running + 113 m ascent
  • Sun 11 Jan
Edinburgh, UK

Holyrood Park 5K/10K/Half Marathon | 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 17 Jan
Glasgow, Glasgow City, UK

Bellahouston Park 5K/10K/Half Marathon | 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 17 Jan
North Berwick, East Lothian, UK

Fox Trail Winter Running Series | Race 3 | 5K

  • 5 km trail running
  • Sun 18 Jan
Gorebridge, Midlothian, UK

Scurry Around Vogrie Country Park Trail Running Festival | 5K

  • 5 km trail running
  • Sun 18 Jan
Perth, Perth and Kinross, UK

Scone Palace January Jog

  • 5 km trail running
  • Sun 25 Jan
Glasgow, Glasgow City, UK

Victoria Park 5K/10K | 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 7 Feb
Edinburgh, UK

The Edinburgh 5K, 10K and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run | 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 7 Feb
Dunbar, East Lothian, UK

Fox Trail Winter Running Series | Race 4 | 5K

  • 5 km trail running
  • Sun 8 Feb
Glasgow, Glasgow City, UK

The Glasgow 5K, 10K and Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run | 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 14 Feb
Glasgow, Glasgow City, UK

The Love Run

  • 5K run 2
  • 10K run 2
  • Sun 15 Feb
Peebles, Scottish Borders, UK

Glentress Trail Races | 5K

  • 5 km trail running
  • Sun 22 Feb
Glasgow, Glasgow City, UK

Pollok Park 5K/10K | 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sun 8 Mar
Inverness, Highland, UK

Inverness Half Marathon & 5K | 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 14 Mar
Dunbar, East Lothian, UK

Fox Trail Winter Running Series | Race 5

  • 5K run
  • Trail run
  • Sat 21 Mar
Isle of Skye, Highland, UK

Race Dunvegan | 5K

  • 5 km multi terrain running
  • Sat 4 Apr
Glasgow, Glasgow City, UK

Abbathon 5K & 10K Fun Run | 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 18 Apr
Glasgow, Glasgow City, UK

Glasgow Green 5K/10K/Half Marathon | 5K

  • 5 km road running
  • Sun 7 Jun
Edinburgh, UK

My Name'5 Doddie 5K, 10K & 1K Kids Race | 5K

  • 5 km road running

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