Edinburgh Marathon Festival

The ever-popular Edinburgh Marathon Festival is returning on the 24/25th May 2025:

Marathon - Sunday 25th May - 10:00 am
Half marathon - 25th May - 08:00 am
10k - 24th May - 09:00 am
5k - 24th May - 11:00 am

Saturday routes take place on the scenic and hilly Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh and the Sunday marathon and half-marathon take place in neighbouring East Lothian and offer a flatter terrain.

Participants will receive the warmest cheering squad to encourage them to the finishing line in Musselburgh (also home to Teapot HQ) and you'll go home with:

Wicking finisher's t-shirt
Finisher's medal & distance keyring
Finisher's pack
Personalised event number with accurate timing chip
Event baggage facilities
Hydration & energy gel on route
Hydration & nutrition at the finish
Results posted in your account within 48 hours
Fantastic running experience

All Teapot Trust EMF fundraisers will receive:

a branded t-shirt or running shirt
pin badge
tote bag

We will also be here to support your fundraising goals and help you achieve them by championing you across social media.

Contact Charlene if you have questions or would like assistance with signing up.

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