Baxters River Ness 10K, Scotland, October 2023

The Baxters River Ness 10K is renowned for its 'PB' potential following a flat and scenic point-to-point course through the historic Highland capital of Inverness alongside the River Ness.

Why not make a weekend of it and come with family or friends? There's plenty to entertain runners and spectators over the weekend with a sports expo, runners' cafe, street food, live music, pipes and drums and family friendly activities..

The Festival of Running also features the iconic award-winning Baxters Loch Ness Marathon, popular River Ness 5K and Wee Nessie kids' race. Entry for all races open now.

Many runners and spectators, choose to stay longer – a huge attraction of the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon and Festival of Running is the area's natural beauty and wealth of attractions. The area is steeped in history, home to castles, misty mountains and, of course, the Loch Ness Monster. Activities in the Scottish Highlands range from challenging hill walks to kayaking, dolphin spotting boat trips to distillery visits.

With a choice of race distances and festival atmosphere, the Festival of Running has something for everyone.