11 5K runs in Edinburgh and Lothians

Find 5k runs in and around Edinburgh and Lothians for 2023/2024 - filter events by date, display on a map or use the advanced search to find your perfect race.

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If you've ticked off a few 5Ks and you're ready to step it up - this one's for you. Set against the backdrop of Scotland's capital, this run blends scenery with the thrill of a stadium finish!
  • Sun 7 Apr 2024
  • £22.25-£24.25
  • 2 charities
Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK

Kilomathon Scotland 6.5K

If you've ticked off a few 5Ks and you're ready to step it up - this one's for you. Set against the backdrop of Scotland's capital, this run blends scenery with the thrill of a stadium finish!

  • 6.5 km road running
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 25 May 2024
  • £22.75
  • 8 charities
Edinburgh, 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.

  • 5 km road running
If you like great beer and running on amazing riverside trails then this event is for you! Routes through the beautiful valley of the North Esk River and finish at the brewery for a free beer.
  • Sat 8 Jun 2024
  • £30
Roslin, Midlothian, UK

Hop Run | 5K

If you like great beer and running on amazing riverside trails then this event is for you! Routes through the beautiful valley of the North Esk River and finish at the brewery for a free beer.

  • 5 km trail running
  • Sun 3 Dec
  • £13-£18
Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK

The Great Scottish Christmas Festival | 5K

The Christmas 5K and 10K runs in Inverleith Park, Edinburgh

  • 5 km road running
  • Sun 17 Dec
  • £2-£12
Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK

Santa Dash 2023 | 5K

The Santa Dash is now in its 4th year and is a firm festive favourite amongst the regular runners!

  • 5 km trail running
  • Tue 19 Dec
  • £1-£8
Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK

December 5K The Meadows, The Mulled Wine One!

Blast Running's monthly lunchtime 5kms are held at The Meadows, Edinburgh.

  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 20 Jan 2024
  • £19.50-£30
Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh Winter Run | 5K

The much-loved Edinburgh Winter Run is a packed programme of running events for all the family at Holyrood Park with the 5K taking in Edinburgh's most iconic hill, Arthur's Seat.

  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 3 Feb 2024
  • £22
Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK

The Edinburgh Winter Warmer Run | 5K

The superb Edinburgh Winter Warmer Run is back in 2024 with a brand new medal plus loads of fun, smiles, laughs and good times.

  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 24 Feb 2024
  • £16
Dunbar, East Lothian, UK

Fox Trail Race 4 | 5K

Half Marathon and 5K routes will provide spectacular coastal views, mature woodland trail, farm paths, clifftop viewpoints, and more with chip timing and a finishers medal.

  • 5 km road running
  • Sat 16 Mar 2024
  • £16
Dunbar, East Lothian, UK

Fox Trail Race 5 | 5K

A return to Foxlake Adventures to finish off the series with both 16K and 5K routes that have become a classic in the FoxTrail series.

  • 5 km trail running
  • Sat 31 Aug 2024
  • £17.50-£27.50
South Queensferry, West Lothian, UK

Inflatable 5K - Edinburgh | 5K

Get ready to bounce your way through The World's BIGGEST and most EPIC Inflatable 5K Obstacle Course!

  • 5 km multi terrain running