Perth Running Festival | Destiny 7.5K
Follow in the footsteps of legends, it's your destiny
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Enter now- Sun 2 Aug 2026
09:10
Age 14 & over
£16-£19
- 7.5 km road running + 148 ft ascent
Event overview
Step onto Scotland's most sacred ground in the shadows of ancient Scone Palace, home of the Stone of Destiny upon which Kings and Queens are crowned. And write your own piece of history, it's your destiny! Welcome to the City of Perth, the "Fair City" and legendary home of the Stone of Destiny for Perth the Half Marathon Running Festival. Whether you are looking for a memorable first half-marathon or chasing a PB this flat, fast, scenic route starting and finishing in front of the grandstand of the historic Perth Race course is the perfect option. Choose your Distance from Half Marathon, 7.5km or 1 Mile. Running along the majestic banks of the River Tay Scotland's longest river, taking in the views of the stunning Scone Palace, gliding through the lush greenery of the North Inch and into the City of Perth, every mile is steeped in centuries of ancient and royal heritage. This isn't just a race! From the roar of the crowd to the breath taking scenery, the stage is set — it's a chance to claim your own place in history, IT'S YOUR DESTINY!
This event is part of Perth Running Festival.
Event details
- Average fitness
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
- Families
- Fancy dress
Route
- Flat
- Marshals
- Out and back
- Traffic free
- Water stations
- GPX available
Location
- Changing facilities
- Toilets
What's included
- Chip timing
- Medal
- Memento
- Race photo
Sustainability
- Reusable cups
Other races at event
- Sun 2 Aug
- #1 of 3
09:45
All ages
£10
- 1 mile road running + 59 ft ascent
- Sun 2 Aug
- #3 of 3
09:00
Age 18 & over
£33-£36
- 13.1 miles road running + 312 ft ascent