Sun 17 May 2026 Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire

GEF Safari Series | Race 1 - Duthie Park Races sponsored by Maritime Developments Ltd

The GEF Safari Series of races, licensed by Scottish Athletics, gives runners the chance to compete over 3 different distances whilst also receiving a unique Kenyan safari animal medal at each event.

Sign up for £10-£15

2 races

  • Sun 17 May
  • #1 of 2
Duthie Park, Aberdeen

Kids 1K

10:30

Age up to 11

£12

  • 1 km road running
  • Sun 17 May
  • #2 of 2
Duthie Park, Aberdeen

Adults 5K

11:00

Age 11 & over

£10-£15

  • 5 km road running

Event overview

The 2025 Safari Series raised a record £8,432.34 for disadvantaged children in north-east Scotland and Kenya, with 603 runners and 130 volunteers across three races.

At Duthie Park, events include a Kids 1k (under 11) and 5k (11+). High entries may mean wave starts by predicted time, with wheelchair and frame runners setting off two minutes earlier.

Event details

  • All fitness levels
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Families

Location

  • Park

Sustainability

  • Optional medal

Races at event

  • Sun 17 May
  • #1 of 2
Duthie Park, Aberdeen
Kids 1K

10:30

Age up to 11

£12

  • 1 km road running
  • Sun 17 May
  • #2 of 2
Duthie Park, Aberdeen
Adults 5K

11:00

Age 11 & over

£10-£15

  • 5 km road running
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