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Edinburgh Marathon Festival

30 May 2027 · Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Marathon42.2 km · 26.2 mi, also Half marathon, 10K, 5K
Roadterrain
14°C57°F, typical on the day

The marathon starts on Potterrow beside McEwan Hall, crosses the Royal Mile, runs through Princes Street Gardens and loops around Holyrood. It then heads east along Portobello promenade to Musselburgh and Gosford House before turning back for the finish. The organiser's elevation profile shows a net loss of about 90 m over the distance. Festival weekend also includes a 10K and 5K in Holyrood Park, plus a half marathon and a team relay.

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Typical weather

14°C57°F average
40%chance of rain
15 km/h9 mph wind

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