The annual festival started with the EMF 10k race at 9am on Saturday, May 23, with around 5,000 runners taking part. The event saw hundreds of people come along to support the participants – many of whom are raising money for great causes.
The morning race was followed by the EMF 5k race at 11am and various junior races in the afternoon.
Here are 15 pictures from the morning event.
1. The Edinburgh Marathon Festival 10k race
The 10K race began at 9am Saturday, May 24 – marking the beginning of the Edinburgh Marathon Festival | NW
4. Great Causes
Every year runners help to raise thousands of pounds for various charities | NW
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