Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2025

Join us for the Edinburgh Marathon Festival! 5k, 10k, half marathon or full marathon, there is a run for everyone!

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£9,000 Goal

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£9,000 Goal

EMF Marathon

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Date: 25 May 2025

Date:
25th May 2025

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Cost:  £30

Cost:  £30

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Target:  Minimum £600

Target: 
Minimum £600

EMF Half Marathon

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Date: 25 May 2025

Date:
October 2025

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Cost:  £15

Cost:  £15

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Target:  Minimum £300

Target: 
Minimum £300

EMF 10K

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Date: 24 May 2025

Date:
24th May 2025

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Cost:  £5

Cost:  £5

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Target:  Minimum £150

Target: 
Minimum £150

EMF 5K

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Date: 24 May 2025

Date:
24th May 2025

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Cost:  £5

Cost:  £5

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Target:  Minimum £75

Target: 
Minimum £75

About the events


The Edinburgh Marathon Festival takes place across one fun filled weekend!

Whether you're an experienced runner or just getting into the sport, there is a run for you. 

The EMF 5K and 10K both happen on the saturday of the EMF weekend. They start and finish near Dynamic Earth and the route offers beautiful panoramic views of the city and Edinburgh Castle.

The EMF Half Marathon is a flat and fast route, starting off downhill and flattening out for the finish line - great if its your first half marathon or if you want to set a PB!

The EMF Marathon is voted the fastest marathon in the UK by Runner's world! The route takes in Edinburgh's most iconic landmarks and views along the East Lothian coastline.

How we'll support you


  • Free Rethink Mental Illness running vest once you hit £75 raised
  • Tips and advice on your run
  • Support on your fundraising journey
  • One to One support from the Events team 
  • Access to resources to support your fundraising

Apply to be part of this iconic event in just
three simple steps:

Complete and Submit

Apply to Join Team Rethink Mental Illness by filling out your application and making sure you hit submit! (Incomplete applications will not be considered).

Complete Registration

We will notify you if successful and provide a link for you to complete your registration to join the team.

Rally support and fundraise

Your fully customisable fundraising page will  automatically be set up. 

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