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Events in Edinburgh

Arthur’s Secrets

1st September 2023 - 26th March 2024

Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

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FoxTrail Winter Running Series.

Selected dates between 18th November 2023 - 16th March 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Join Durty Events for the FoxTrail Winter Running Series, a series of 5k or longer distance trail runs to brighten up those dreary winter days!

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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2024
Various Locations Edinburgh

Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!

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Powered by Graham’s Workout with LIFT Edinburgh

15th March 2024
Edinburgh West

You’re invited to take part in a free gym session Powered by Graham’s on Friday 15th March at LIFT Edinburgh!

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Hop Run

8th June 2024

Durty Events bring their 5k and 10k Hop Runs to Edinburgh on 8th June 2024, starting at the atmospheric Rosslyn Chapel and finishing at the award winning Stewart Brewery!

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The Great Willy Waddle Edinburgh - Charity Fun Run

15th June 2024

Grab your friends, don your inflatable penis costume (suit provided for you to keep!) and waddle, jog or walk the 2k route through Holyrood Park for Orchid - Fighting Male Cancer!

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MoonWalk Scotland 2024 - Event Volunteers Needed!

7th September 2024

Join our night-time party and lots of other volunteers at The MoonWalk Scotland on Saturday 7th September 2024 from Holyrood Park, Edinburgh!

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Edinburgh Kiltwalk

15th September 2024

The Kiltwalk is back in the Capital on Sunday 15th September! Join in and raise money for your chosen charity at the same time.

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Active Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Stamperland Bowling Club Opening Day

Stamperland Bowling Club Opening Day

6th April 2024

Looking to take up a new hobby or meet new friends? Why not give bowls a try? Join Stamperland Bowling Club for their Opening Day on Saturday 6th April!

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Run The Blades: The Night One

Run The Blades: The Night One

22nd March 2024

Run the Blades – the Night One, where runners take to the trails in the dark with the route lit only by glow sticks, returns to Whitelee Windfarm on Friday 22nd March!

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Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun

Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun

Selected dates between 7th January 2024 - 29th December 2024

Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Rouken Glen Park!

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Active Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Skydive for Shelter Scotland

Skydive for Shelter Scotland

6th April 2024

Experience the thrill of a tandem skydive on Saturday 6th April while raising funds to support Shelter Scotland!

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Durty Duathlons - Medium Course

Durty Duathlons - Medium Course

6th April 2024

Run and cycle the four corners of earth all in one day as Durty Events brings you the St Ninian’s Duathlon Duo!

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Active Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Glasgow Kiltwalk

Glasgow Kiltwalk

28th April 2024

The annual Glasgow Kiltwalk is being held on Sunday 28th April, with three separate walks of different lengths across the city!

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Dams To Darnley Health Walks

Dams To Darnley Health Walks

Selected dates between 3rd January 2024 - 18th December 2024

On Wednesday mornings join the Dams To Darnley Countryside Ranger for a health walk through the park leaving from Darnley Mill Car Park.

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Dinghy Sailing Evening Lessons

Dinghy Sailing Evening Lessons

Selected dates between 15th April 2024 - 19th April 2024

Learn to sail or improve your skills on Bardowie Loch, with classes available for both children and adults from Clyde Cruising Club!

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Active Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks

Get Walking Lanarkshire Health Walks

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2024

Join Get Walking Lanarkshire on one of their regular health walks! Enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and have a good blether!

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South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Mud Madness

South Lanarkshire Super Race Series: Mud Madness

6th October 2024

Taking place in the stunning grounds of Chatelherault, Mud Madness involves mud runs, water slides, obstacles and even a dip in the River Avon – great fun for all ages!

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Strathclyde Parkrun

Strathclyde Parkrun

Selected dates between 6th January 2024 - 28th December 2024

Strathclyde Parkrun is a weekly, free 5km timed run held on Saturday mornings at Strathclyde Country Park!

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Active Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Barshaw Junior Parkrun

Barshaw Junior Parkrun

Selected dates between 7th January 2024 - 29th December 2024

Barshaw Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Barshaw Park, Paisley!

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Spring Super Spotter Scavenger Hunt

Spring Super Spotter Scavenger Hunt

1st May 2024 - 31st May 2024

Explore the woodland trail and see how many items you can find on the Spectacular Spring Scavenger Hunt with your family at RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve!

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Guided Wildlife Walk

Guided Wildlife Walk

Selected dates between 18th February 2024 - 10th November 2024

Explore the wonderful wetlands at RSPB Lochwinnoch! The experienced guide will take you around the reserve and point out the interesting wildlife to be found!

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Active Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Navigation Skills For Beginners

Navigation Skills For Beginners

Selected dates between 15th April 2024 - 2nd November 2024

Join Gaby from Skylark Guiding for a one day course in Mugdock Country Park for women who want to grow their confidence using maps and compass for navigating in the countryside, on paths and tracks.

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Big Hike The Trossachs 2024

Big Hike The Trossachs 2024

18th May 2024

Join Cancer Research UK on Saturday 18th May for a one-day walking adventure in the stunning landscapes of the Trossachs!

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Canoe and Cliff Jumping

Canoe and Cliff Jumping

7th March 2024 - 30th September 2024

This is not for the faint hearted. Travel to the cliff by Canoe, explore the Buchanan Castle Cliffs on the loch and then take a deep breath and leap into the unknown!

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