Sun 17 May 2026 Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire

GEF Safari Series - Race 1 - Duthie Park Races

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.

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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 has raised a record-breaking £8,432.34, all to support disadvantaged children in north-east Scotland and Kenya. It attracted 603 runners and 130 volunteers across 3 races. Duthie Park 5k and Kids 1k race @ Duthie Park, Aberdeen. Kids 1k, for those aged under 11 on day of race. Adults 5k, for those aged 11 and over on day of race. However, if we receive a high volume of entries to the 5k, we will split entrants into more than one race. Startlists will be based on predicted times, with the fastest race taking place last. Wheelchair racers and frame runners are welcome, and will be set off 2 minutes before the runners start time in each race.

Event details

  • Average fitness
  • 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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