Two women runners in matching bright pink vests celebrate with arms raised and joyful expressions as they approach the finish line of a marathon. The runner on the left wears bib number 12889 with "CAT" on her vest, while the runner on the right wears bib 14681 with "ANNIE" on hers. Other participants and spectators are visible in the background under a sunny sky.

Edinburgh Marathon

Date

Sunday 30 May 2027

Fundraising target

£450

Registration fee

£40

Age requirement

18 years or older

One of Scotland’s most popular races, the Edinburgh Marathon is not one to miss. Starting in Edinburgh, the course heads out through East Lothian offering stunning views and an unforgettable running experience. Book your charity place today, make the most of the Bank Holiday weekend, and support people living in the most vulnerable communities on the planet.

We’re here to help, from the moment you sign up to the moment you cross the finish line. We’ll send you fundraising tips and inspiration when you need it most.

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As part of Team Concern you’ll receive:

A Concern worldwide running t-shirt
A fundraising pack and support from a dedicated fundraiser to help you smash your target
Regular team emails

How to book your place:

Secure your spot by following the link below, we can’t wait to welcome you to the team!

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Already have your own place in the Edinburgh Marathon?

You can still be part of Team Concern. You don’t need to reach a minimum sponsorship, just let us know you’re running for us, we’ll send you some goodies (including a Concern running t-shirt) and help you raise as much as you can!

How your fundraising helps:

£36 could pay for 120 sachets of emergency therapeutic food for malnourished children
£120 could pay for 400 sachets of therapeutic food for malnourished children
£300 could help run a vital nutrition centre for two weeks, so we can diagnose and treat children to prevent them from suffering severe malnutrition

Two runners in matching red t-shirts cross the finish line together at a marathon event, with a digital timer displaying 3:42:51 overhead. Both wear race bibs and are surrounded by cheering spectators and colourful event banners under a clear blue sky.

Edinburgh Marathon finishers

A long line of marathon runners stretches along a paved path through a scenic park on a misty morning. Participants in colourful running gear follow a route bordered by a grassy slope on the left and lush green trees on the right, with a rocky cliff face visible in the background.

Edinburgh Marathon course

Edinburgh Marathon runners

Apoline Niyosenge is taught how to wash her hands properly by Concern community worker Abel Bamwisho, DRC. Photo: Pamela Tulizo

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