Take on Scotland’s most popular running event and help ensure no one faces leukaemia alone. Choose from the Edinburgh Marathon or Half Marathon, both taking place on Sunday 24th May 2026, and join #TeamLC for an unforgettable race weekend.
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Location: Edinburgh
Challenge Level:
Distance: 13.1 or 26.2 miles
Booking Fee: £20 plus booking fee/ £30 plus booking fee - discount for booking in 2025
Fundraising Goal: £300/£450
When: 24 May 2026 - 24 May 2026
Renowned for its flat, fast route and stunning city-to-coast scenery, the Edinburgh Marathon Festival is one of the UK’s biggest running weekends. Runners start in the heart of Edinburgh and finish by the sea in Musselburgh, cheered on by incredible crowds along the way.
Both races follow courses voted the fastest in the UK by Runner’s World — perfect if you’re chasing a personal best or taking on your first big race.
Date: Sunday 24th May 2026
Distance: 13.1 miles (Half Marathon)
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Registration Fee: £20 + booking fee (£16 early bird price if you book in 2025)
Fundraising Target: £300
Sign up: https://in.justgiving.events/edinburgh-half-marathon-2026-lc
About the race:
Fast and flat, the Edinburgh Half Marathon follows the same route as the full marathon for much of the course. It’s one of the largest half marathons in the UK and has sold out every year since 2012. With incredible scenery and atmosphere, it’s perfect for first-timers or those looking to beat their PB.🏅 Edinburgh Marathon 2026
Date: Sunday 24th May 2026
Distance: 26.2 miles (Full Marathon)
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Registration Fee: £30 + booking fee (£24 early bird price if you book in 2025)
Fundraising Target: £450
Sign up: https://in.justgiving.events/edinburgh-marathon-2026-lc
About the race:
Voted the fastest marathon in the UK by Runner’s World, the Edinburgh Marathon has sold out every year since 2008 and is now the second largest marathon in the UK, behind only London. The course offers a spectacular combination of historic city streets, coastal views, and a gentle downhill profile — ideal for PB seekers.
Why run for Leukaemia Care?
When you run for #TeamLC, you’re helping us support people affected by leukaemia, MDS and MPNs. Every mile you run and every pound you raise helps us provide vital emotional, practical and financial support to patients and families.
As a Leukaemia Care runner, you’ll receive:
A free Leukaemia Care running vest to wear on race day.
Dedicated fundraising and training support from our events team.
Access to our private Facebook group to meet other #TeamLC runners.
The satisfaction of knowing you’re changing lives with every step.
Sign up today
Whether you’re tackling your first half or aiming for a marathon PB, join #TeamLC at the Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2026 and make every mile matter.
📧 Email: events@leukaemiacare.org.uk
📞 Call: 01905 755 977
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