On 8 March 2026, the Inverness Half Marathon & 5K returns with a flat, picturesque route that starts in the city centre and follows the River Ness before finishing at the Queen’s Park Stadium. The half marathon offers ideal conditions for fast times and personal bests, while the 5 km event welcomes newcomers and families to join the fun. Runners enjoy breathtaking views of Inverness Castle and the surrounding Highlands, along with a lively finish-line atmosphere. With chip timing, finisher medals, and charity participation encouraged, it’s one of Scotland’s most popular early-season running events.
Races
Also organised by Caledonian Concepts, the Inverness 5K is scheduled for Sunday, 8 March 2026 in Inverness, Scotland, UK (start at Bught Park).
Organized by Caledonian Concepts, the Inverness Half Marathon will take place on Sunday, 8 March 2026 in Inverness, Scotland, UK (start at Bught Park, finish at Queen’s Park Stadium).
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FAQs
What is the Inverness 5K?
How long is the Inverness 5K?
Where does the Inverness 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Inverness 5K?
How can I prepare for the Inverness 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Inverness 5K?
Also organised by Caledonian Concepts, the Inverness 5K is scheduled for Sunday, 8 March 2026 in Inverness, Scotland, UK (start at Bught Park).
The Inverness 5K is 5km long.
The Inverness 5K takes place in Inverness, UK.
The Inverness 5K elevation gain is 15.85 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Inverness 5K?
Also organised by Caledonian Concepts, the Inverness 5K is scheduled for Sunday, 8 March 2026 in Inverness, Scotland, UK (start at Bught Park).
How long is the Inverness 5K?
The Inverness 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Inverness 5K take place?
The Inverness 5K takes place in Inverness, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Inverness 5K?
The Inverness 5K elevation gain is 15.85 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Inverness 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Inverness 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Inverness Half Marathon?
How long is the Inverness Half Marathon?
Where does the Inverness Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Inverness Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Inverness Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Inverness Half Marathon?
Organized by Caledonian Concepts, the Inverness Half Marathon will take place on Sunday, 8 March 2026 in Inverness, Scotland, UK (start at Bught Park, finish at Queen’s Park Stadium).
The Inverness Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Inverness Half Marathon takes place in Inverness, UK.
The Inverness Half Marathon elevation gain is 92.66 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Inverness Half Marathon?
Organized by Caledonian Concepts, the Inverness Half Marathon will take place on Sunday, 8 March 2026 in Inverness, Scotland, UK (start at Bught Park, finish at Queen’s Park Stadium).
How long is the Inverness Half Marathon?
The Inverness Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Inverness Half Marathon take place?
The Inverness Half Marathon takes place in Inverness, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Inverness Half Marathon?
The Inverness Half Marathon elevation gain is 92.66 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Inverness Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Inverness Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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