***Secure your place early! Registration for The Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2026 opens Friday 18th April 2025.***
With a fast and flat route, Edinburgh is the perfect marathon choice for those running their first marathon or hoping to achieve a personal best!
Taking place over the May Bank Holiday weekend, you can run in one of the most beautiful cities in the world and explore what Scotland’s historic and vibrant capital city has to offer.
With limited full and half marathon places available, contact us now to find out how you can secure a spot and raise much needed funds for the children of Open Arms Malawi.
Ahead of the event, participants will receive a personalised event number with accurate timing chip.
During the run, you will be provided with hydration and energy gels throughout the route, as well as hydration and nutrition at the finish.
You'll also be given a finisher's pack, wicking t-shirt, medal and distance keyring when you cross that wonderful finish line!
If you would like a spot in the Edinburgh Marathon Festival in exchange for your fabulous fundraising efforts, please download and complete the relevant form below and return to us as soon as possible.
Edinburgh Half Marathon 2026 Application Form
Edinburgh Marathon 2026 Application Form
We will then send you your direct entry, plus a digital fundraising pack and your very own Open Arms Malawi running vest!
If you have any questions or would like to discuss other EMF running options, please do get in touch using the 'register your interest' button at the top of this page or by emailing hello@openarmsmalawi.org and one of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.
Go on - challenge yourself and run to make a difference!
Helen ran the Edinburgh half in 2022, raising a whopping £1,110! Having volunteered in Malawi over two years, she said, “I am so excited to be running for such an amazing cause that I know works hard to protect and care for so many precious little ones. I have seen first hand how vital input is in those early years. I am delighted to help an organisation so committed to working with these little lives and helping them get everything they need and deserve.”
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