Inverleith Park 5K & 10K October
5K and 10K races in Inverleith Park featuring a fast 2.5K loop course through one of Edinburgh's most popular green spaces.
| Date | Saturday 31st October, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Distance | 10K + other events: 5K, Junior Races |
| Terrain | Road |
| Course Profile | Flat |
| Timing | Chip timed |
| Location | Inverleith Park |
| Town/City | Edinburgh |
| Area | Edinburgh & The Lothians |
| Start postcode | EH3 5PA |
| Start time | 10:00am |
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The Inverleith Park 5K and 10K takes place in one of Edinburgh’s best known green spaces, close to Stockbridge. Both races follow a 2.5K loop around the park, creating a straightforward course in a scenic setting within the city.
Runners complete multiple laps according to their chosen distance, with the flat course providing good conditions for maintaining a consistent pace or targeting a fast time. Kilometre markers and marshals help guide runners around the route, with both the 5K and 10K starting together.
The event features chip timing, bespoke finisher’s medals, free race photography, post race refreshments and friendly marshals throughout, creating a welcoming race day experience for runners of different abilities.
