Run for mental health in Scotland

Location: Scotland

Join our team for a 10K or half marathon

Looking for your next running challenge? Take on a 10K or half marathon to support the Mental Health Foundation and turn your miles into life‑changing impact. Whether you're a seasoned runner or lacing up your trainers for the first time, joining a charity 10K or half marathon in Scotland is an incredible way to champion better mental health for everyone.

Scottish Half Marathon and 10k - 16 August - Edinburgh 
Men and Women's 10k - 20 September - Edinburgh 
Great Scottish Run Marathon and 10k - 4 October - Glasgow

A runner wearing and MHF t-shirt with her arms in the air and surrounded by illustrated stars

Scottish Half Marathon and 10k

16 August 2026 - Edinburgh

Whether you're taking on the 10K or half marathon, this route is seriously flat & rapid - if you want to set a personal best then this is the event for you. Starting just outside Edinburgh, you run along the magnificent East Lothian Golf Coast before finishing in the final furlong at Musselburgh Racecourse, Scotland’s oldest racecourse.

Scottish Half Marathon

Half Marathon

Free to register, Minimum sponsorship £275

Sign up for the Scottish Half Marathon

10K

Free to register, Minimum sponsorship £150

Sign up for the Scottish 10k

Men's and Women's 10k

20 September 2026 - Edinburgh

Join us for these stunning timed 10Ks through the heart of Scotland's beautiful capital city. They're designed for people of all running abilities and offer the opportunity to get involved in a mass participation event. We actively encourage people who have not previously exercised to use these event as a motivational tool to get off the couch and get fit!

Mental Health Foundation runner

Men's 10K

Free to register, Minimum sponsorship £150

Sign up for the men's 10K 

Women's 10K

Free to register, Minimum sponsorship £150

Sign up for the women's 10K

Great Scottish Run

4 October 2026 - Glasgow

Take part in this Glasgow half marathon or 10K and enjoy Scotland's friendliest city. Locals turn out to cheer and high five from beginning to end. Featuring an iconic start line in George Square, the closed city-centre course takes in all the sights of Glasgow and features music stations and cheering points throughout.

Runners in Scotland

Half Marathon

£15 registration, minimum sponsorship £300

Sign up for the half marathon

10K

£10 registration, minimum sponsorship £150

Sign up for the 10k

Join Team MHF

From the moment you sign up to the day of the race, our events team will be there to offer you personalised support to ensure that you enjoy the whole process. You'll get:

  • A free running t-shirt
  • Access to training plans and a training app from our dedicated PT
  • Personalised fundraising support
  • Regular check‑ins and motivational guidance
  • A dedicated cheer squad on race day
MHF runner and supporter

Your support makes a real difference

By running a half marathon for the Mental Health Foundation, you'll be helping us prevent mental health problems before they take root, tackling the causes instead of waiting to treat the symptoms. 

We’re thinking differently about mental health, shifting the national conversation, and fighting for those most at risk, especially young people. With your support more people will be living with better mental health.

 

The atmosphere was amazing! I felt privileged to run for the Mental Health Foundation and was grateful for their ongoing support throughout my journey. The training really helped me with manage my mental health too. A fantastic experience all round. 
Team MHF runner