Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2026
Join #TeamLC at the Edinburgh Marathon Festival in May 2026. Choose the Half Marathon or the Full Marathon and enjoy a fast, flat coastal course.
At a glance
About the event
About the Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2026
The Edinburgh Marathon Festival is Scotland’s largest running event. Thousands of runners take part across a weekend of races, with the Half Marathon and Marathon as the main highlights.
Both races start in Edinburgh city centre and finish along the stunning East Lothian coastline. The course is renowned for being one of the UK’s flattest and fastest, making it ideal for first-timers and PB chasers.
Edinburgh Half Marathon – The details
Date: 24 May 2026
Distance: 13.1 miles (Half Marathon)
Location: Edinburgh (city centre to East Lothian coastline)
Fundraising goal: £350 (excluding Gift Aid)
Sign up for the Edinburgh Half Marathon 2026: https://www.edinburghmarathon.com/charity/leukaemia-care-/halfmarathon
Edinburgh Marathon – The details
Date: 24 May 2026
Distance: 26.2 miles (Marathon)
Location: Edinburgh (city centre to East Lothian coastline)
Fundraising goal: £450 (excluding Gift Aid)
Sign up for the Edinburgh Marathon 2026: https://www.edinburghmarathon.com/charity/leukaemia-care-/marathon
Why run the Edinburgh Marathon Festival for Leukaemia Care?
When you join #TeamLC, you will get:
- A free Leukaemia Care running vest
- Regular emails with fundraising and training support
- Access to our private Facebook fundraising group
Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2026 FAQs
When is the Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2026?
The festival takes place on the weekend of 24 May 2026.
Where do the races start and finish?
Both the Half Marathon and Marathon start in central Edinburgh and finish along the East Lothian coastline.
Is the Edinburgh course flat?
Yes – the routes are considered some of the flattest and fastest in the UK.
How much do I need to raise?
Half Marathon fundraising goal: £350 (excluding Gift Aid)
Marathon fundraising goal: £450 (excluding Gift Aid)
Find your next Scottish race
The Edinburgh Marathon Festival is Scotland’s premier running weekend, offering flat and scenic courses.
Sign up today
Be part of the Edinburgh Marathon Festival in 2026 with #TeamLC. Choose the Half Marathon or Marathon and make every mile matter.
Get in touch
Email: events@leukaemiacare.org.uk
Call: 01905 755977
Terms and conditions
Please ensure you read the terms of conditions before signing up. You can do that by clicking here.
Join Team LC and take on an unforgettable challenge while making a real difference for people affected by leukaemia.
Register your interest
Ready to take on this challenge and raise vital funds for Leukaemia Care? Register now to secure your place and join Team LC. Every step, mile, or challenge you complete helps us support people affected by leukaemia.