Enjoy a fantastic all-encompassing route which takes in some of Edinburgh’s most iconic landmarks as well as offering picturesque views along the East Lothian coastline. The EMF half is held on the same day as the marathon and is fabulously flat with a fast route, meaning the chance for a PB is high! The EMF 10K and EMF 5k fall on the Saturday of the Edinburgh Marathon Festival weekend and is run in the stunning surroundings of Holyrood Park.
Edinburgh Marathon Festival
The Edinburgh Marathon Festival (EMF) is a whole weekend of running of different distances. Voted the fastest marathon in the UK by Runner’s World.
Event details
- Saturday 23 May and Sunday 24 May 2026
- Edinburgh
- 26.2 miles/13.1 miles/10k/5k
- Fundraising target £500/£250/£150/£100
- Free entry
How to register
If you would like to find out more information about taking on the Edinburgh Marathon Festival in support of Alcohol Change UK please email our team at [email protected] or call us on 020 3907 8480. The team will be able answer queries, arrange registrations and provide you with lots of fundraising tips and materials, and be there to support you throughout your challenge.