What’s going on at Event Village
Whether you’re a participant or a spectator, there is lots going on at the Event Village (free entry) during the event weekend for you to enjoy, including an Expo, street food, kids activities and a pipe band.
Whether you’re a participant or a spectator, there is lots going on at the Event Village (free entry) during the event weekend for you to enjoy, including an Expo, street food, kids activities and a pipe band.

10.00–18.00 Registration open
10.00–18.00 Expo & Runners Cafe open
09.00–16.00 Event Village open
09.30 Start of Baxters River Ness 5K, Bught Park
09.45 5K winner expected
10.00 Start of Baxters Loch Ness Marathon
10.30 Start of Baxters River Ness 10K / Corporate Challenge
10.55 10K winner expected
11.45 10K & Corporate Challenge presentation
12.15 Marathon winner expected
14.00 Marathon presentation

There is lots going on at the Event Village all weekend for participants and supporters.
Whether it’s some new gear to run in, some fuel to get you around, something to help you recover or some last minute running essentials, you’ll be spoilt for choice at the Expo.
Tune in to our guest speakers on Saturday or chill with some live Scottish music.
There will also be street food, pop-up bars, family fun activities, local bands and pipes & drums.

The Expo is a great opportunity to get your hands on running essentials and post-event rewards, with exclusive savings on shoes, clothing, electronics and more.
🎉 Ready… Set… Nessie! 🏁
Join us at our iconic start line and run through a landscape steeped in myth, legend and history 🏞️✨
Loch Ness and an epic marathon adventure is waiting… are you in?
👉 www.lochnessmarathon.com
📅 27 September 2026
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From sunrise scenes to breathtaking lochside views, every mile of the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon is a feast for the eyes.
Keep an eye out - you might even spot something rising from the water… 👀🦕
Ready for 2026? Early bird entries are open!
👉 www.lochnessmarathon.com
📅 27 September 2026
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From Inverness locals to international travellers 🌍, the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon brings people together from all over the world.
Tell us: where did YOU travel from? ✈️🚗
👉 www.lochnessmarathon.com
📅 27 September 2026
Picture it: mile after mile hugging the south side of Loch Ness, breathtaking views of one of Scotland`s most legendary destinations, the gentle slap of waves, rolling Highland hills, the sound of bagpipes on the breeze and a guaranteed glimpse of Nessie! (Okay, we made that last one up, but everything else is true!)
Don’t miss your chance to tick off this bucket-list marathon - sign up for early bird entry now!
👉 www.lochnessmarathon.com
📅 27 September 2026
Some things are better together… Nessie and her loch, bagpipes and kilts... and running event finishes with a pal.
Who’s your ultimate running buddy? Tag them below - or drop a big hint to the person you`d like to share this epic experience with. 😉
2026 Baxters Loch Ness Marathon early bird entries are open… just saying 😉 👉 lochnessmarathon.com