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Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2026

Join #TeamMRF at the Edinburgh Marathon Festival in 2026 and run to defeat meningitis.

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Why join #TeamMRF at the Edinburgh Marathon Festival?

The Edinburgh Marathon Festival is Scotland’s largest mass participation running event, with over 35,000 runners and 100,000 spectators enjoying eleven different race distances over two days. From the 5k, held in the stunning Holyrood Park, to the one of the UK’s fastest marathons, there’s something for everyone. 

Sunday Events – Sunday 24th May 2026 

Edinburgh Marathon  

Edinburgh Half Marathon  

Please visit the Edinburgh Marathon Festival to see the full list of race options.

  

How much do I need to raise?

There are a couple of options to fund your place in the Edinburgh Marathon Festival.

You’ll pay a registration fee and do lots of fundraising and we cover the cost of your event place! 

  • Edinburgh Marathon: Fundraising target of £500. 
  • Edinburgh Half Marathon: Fundraising target of £350  
  • EMF 10k: Fundraising target of £150. 
  • EMF 5k: Fundraising target of £90.  

Self Funding 

  • You’ll pay for your own event place and you can raise as much as you like for Meningitis Research Foundation. 
  • If you have your own place but would like to fundraise for the charity, please contact fundraising@meningitis.org. 

What can you expect from us?

  • Running Vest

    Meningitis Research Foundation running vest and your name to personalise it.

  • Support from the charity

    Fundraising support from your dedicated charity contact. This includes regular updates throughout the year to keep you informed of everything you need to know 

  • Support from the event organisers

    Support and guidance from the event organisers to help you prepare for your run.

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