Kilmacolm Running Festival 2026

Sunday 13th September 2026 | Birkmyre Park Fitness Gym, Kilmacolm

The Kilmacolm Running Festival is one of the biggest participation events in Inverclyde’s sporting calendar, welcoming runners of all ages and abilities for a fantastic day of racing and community spirit.

With a Half Marathon, 10K, 3K and the family-friendly Toddle Woddle, there’s something for everyone — whether you’re chasing a PB or taking part for fun!

🚨 Important Entry Information

Online entries close: 19th August 2026

• Pre‑registered runners are guaranteed a race T‑shirt in their race pack

• On‑the‑day entries are not guaranteed a T‑shirt

• Online entry is strongly recommended to secure your place and your race pack

⏱️ Registration on race day opens at 8:00am and closes 20 minutes before your race start time.

🏁 Event Schedule

Start & Finish Location: Birkmyre Park Fitness Gym

• 9:00am – Toddle Woddle

• 9:15am – 3K Run

• 10:00am – Half Marathon

• 10:30am – 10K Run

All pre‑registered runners must check in on the day to collect their race pack.

🎽 Race Packs & Timing

All pre‑registered participants will receive:

• Race number with embedded electronic timing chip

• Safety pins

• Official event T‑shirt (online entries only)

All courses are accurately measured and professionally timed by ProTay.

📊 Results: www.protay.co.uk (available after each race)

🏆 Scottish Athletics Championship Race

The 2026 Kilmacolm Running Festival is a Scottish Athletics Championship race.

For more details, visit: https://www.scottishathletics.org.uk/events-calendar/ 

Race Information

Half Marathon

Start Time: 10:00am
Entry Fee: £32.00

• Minimum age: 16+ on race day

• Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd male and female

• Scenic route through Kilmacolm village and surrounding countryside

• Dedicated training required

• No dogs or bicycles permitted

10K Run

Start Time: 10:30am
Entry Fee: £24.50

• Minimum age: 16+ on race day

• Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd male and female

• Uses part of the Half Marathon route

• Dedicated training required

• No dogs or bicycles permitted

3K Run

Start Time: 9:15am
Entry Fee: £14 (Adults) | £12 (Children)

• Entrants under 9 must be accompanied by an adult

• Prizes:

  • 1st, 2nd & 3rd boy and girl

  • Age category winners (1st boy & girl):

    • 5–7 years

    • 8–9 years

    • 10–11 years

    • 12–13 years

    • 14–16 years

• No dogs or bicycles permitted

Toddle Woddle

Start Time: 9:00am

• Fun walk/run around Birkmyre Park

• Families welcome

• All children must be accompanied by an adult

• Prams and buggies allowed

• Medals for all participants

• No pre‑registration required

💧 Event Facilities & Support

• 3 water stations on the 10K & Half Marathon routes:

  • Whitelea Crescent

  • 10K turn

  • Half Marathon turn

• Bottled water available at the finish line

• Marshals stationed throughout the course

• First Aid cover provided for the duration of the event

• Toilet and changing facilities at Birkmyre Park Fitness Gym

• Food and drink available from Birkmyre Café by Nardini

🚗 Parking

Car parking is available on surrounding streets near Birkmyre Park.

Please be considerate of local residents:

• Do not block driveways

• Do not park illegally

Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

📸 Photography & Terms

• By entering online, you agree that event photography may be used for promotional purposes

• Entry fees are non‑refundable

• Entries cannot be taken over the telephone

📞 Contact

Race Organiser: Hollie Stanton
📧 hollie.stanton@inverclydeleisure.com
📞 01475 213123