5K runs in Scotland
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- Fri 13 - Sat 14 Mar
- £26
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
- Sat 23 May
- £32
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
- Sat 6 Jun
- £35
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
- Sat 27 Jun
- £50
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
- Sun 9 Aug
- £20-£25
Durty Trail Weekender | 5K Durty Dash
Perfect for beginners or families looking for a taste of trail running amidst Bowhill’s forest paths. A friendly 5K that builds confidence and sparks adventure.
- 5 km trail running + 135 m ascent
- Sun 27 Sep
- £18
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
- Sat 7 Nov
- £39.75
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.
- 5 km road running + 113 m ascent
- Sat 28 Nov
- £20-£30
Edinburgh MoRun | 5K
MoRunning brings everyday people together with the focus being to inspire you, your family, your kids and your friends to have the best time running! Get ready for the 5K, Edinburgh!
- 5 km road running
- Sun 29 Nov
- £20-£30
Glasgow MoRun | 5K
MoRunning brings everyday people together with the focus being to inspire you, your family, your kids and your friends to have the best time running! Get ready for the 5K, Glasgow!
- 5 km road running + 16 m ascent
- Sat 14 Mar
- £20-£30
Fox Trail Winter Running Series | Race 5
- 5K run
- Trail run
- Sun 26 Apr
- £22-£24
Scone Palace Trail Runs | 5K Trail Run
- 5 km trail running
- Sat 6 Jun
- £80
Tough Mudder Scotland | 5K
- 5 km multi terrain running
- Sat 20 Jun
- £16.50-£21.50
Run Loch Lomond | 5K
- 5 km multi terrain running
- Sat 4 Jul
- £20
Isle of Harris Half Marathon | 5K
- 5 km road running
- Sat 8 Aug
- £10-£25
The Maverick Ochil Hills Trail | Short - 5K
- 5 km trail running + 161 m ascent