Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGravel Biking
Muck N' Mac Fest
Traquair, United Kingdom
April 30, 2027 to May 2, 2027Date confirmed
270 km200 km70 km45 km
ForestFestive+4
GBRegional Running Calendar
Running Events in Scotland
39 verified events (24 confirmed dates) and 156 races in Scotland with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events3924 confirmed dates
Competitions156Races & courses
Distances1.5 - 270 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+8,500 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Anthony Parkes · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Ultra X Scotland
Inverness, United Kingdom
May 1, 2027 to May 2, 2027Date confirmed
164 km110 km60 km50 km+2
ForestLakes & Ponds+5
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Edinburgh Marathon
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
May 29, 2027 to May 30, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+8
Photo: U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Rebecca Floto · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsObstacle Course RacingSpartan Race Series
Scotland Spartan Event
Queensferry, United Kingdom
June 6, 2027Date confirmed
21 km10 km5 km3 km
Culture & HistoryNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Anthony Parkes · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
West Highland Way Race
Milngavie, United Kingdom
June 19, 2027 to June 20, 2027Date confirmed
152.89 km
City RunMountain+3
Photo: Anthony Parkes · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Great Glen Ultra
Fort William, United Kingdom
July 3, 2027Date confirmed
117.4 km67.6 km
Point-to-PointNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Wilfredor · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Scottish Half Marathon
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
August 15, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
City RunPublic Park+2
Photo: Avi1111 dr. avishai teicher · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Loch Ness Marathon
Whitebridge, United Kingdom
September 26, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km10 km5 km
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 2027 - May 2, 2027 | Muck N' Mac Fest | Traquair, Scotland, GB | Gravel Biking | 270 km200 km70 km45 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2027 - May 2, 2027 | Ultra X Scotland | Inverness, Scotland, GB | Trail Running | 164 km110 km60 km50 km |
| May 29, 2027 - May 30, 2027 | Edinburgh Marathon | Edinburgh, Scotland, GB | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2027 | Scotland Spartan Event | Queensferry, Scotland, GB | Obstacle Course Racing | 21 km10 km5 km3 km |
| Jun 19, 2027 - Jun 20, 2027 | West Highland Way Race | Milngavie, Scotland, GB | Trail Running | 152.89 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 3, 2027 | Great Glen Ultra | Fort William, Scotland, GB | Trail Running | 117.4 km67.6 km |
August 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2027 | Scottish Half Marathon | Edinburgh, Scotland, GB | Road Running | 21.1 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 26, 2027 | Loch Ness Marathon | Whitebridge, Scotland, GB | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | South Scotland Outdoor Festival | Carronbridge, Scotland, GB | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 112 km100 km62 km50 km |
| Date to be announced | Blair Castle Weekender Trail | Blair Atholl, Scotland, GB | Trail Running | 58 km30 km21 km13 km |
| Date to be announced | Edinburgh 1.5k, 5k,10k & Half Marathon MoRun | Edinburgh, Scotland, GB | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km1.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Glasgow 1.5k, 5k,10k & Half Marathon MoRun | Glasgow, Scotland, GB | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km1.5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Scotland (Europe, United Kingdom) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 39 public events and 156 individual races, including 24 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Gravel Biking. Key host locations include Traquair, Inverness, Edinburgh, and Queensferry. Notable events in the selection include Muck N' Mac Fest, Ultra X Scotland, and Edinburgh Marathon.
Race distances span from 1.5 km to 270 km, reaching up to +8,500 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Scotland includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Scotland?
RunningCompass currently lists 39 verified events with 156 individual races in Scotland. A total of 24 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Muck N' Mac Fest, Ultra X Scotland, and Edinburgh Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Scotland?
Events in Scotland focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Gravel Biking. Course distances range from 1.5 km entry-level races up to 270 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Traquair, Inverness, Edinburgh, and Queensferry.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Scotland?
The most selective courses in Scotland climb up to +8,500 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Scotland?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.