Race for Life Ayr
Scenic 5K along Ayr's seafront, combining tarmac paths and grass with a predominantly flat course while raising funds for life saving cancer research.
| Date | Sunday 28th June, 2026 |
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| Distance | 5K + other events: 10K, 3K |
| Location | The Low Green |
| Town/City | Ayr |
| Area | West of Scotland |
| Start postcode | KA7 1EQ |
| Start time | 11:00am |
| Organiser | Victoria Lambert |
The Race for Life Ayr 5K is a community fundraising event held on the Low Green, raising vital funds for Cancer Research UK. Welcoming runners, joggers and walkers of all abilities, the event encourages participants to complete the course at their own pace while supporting life saving cancer research.
The predominantly flat 5K route follows a mixture of tarmac paths and grass around Ayr's attractive seafront. With coastal surroundings and an accessible layout, the course provides an enjoyable experience for first time participants as well as more experienced runners looking to support a worthwhile cause.
With a friendly atmosphere, refreshments, accessible facilities and enthusiastic support around the course, the Race for Life Ayr 5K provides an inspiring day of community participation. Every entry helps fund life saving research, making each step part of the effort to help beat cancer.
