Glen Tanar Trail Running Festival
The Glen Tanar Trail Running Festival takes place on the Glen Tanar Estate in Aboyne, within the Cairngorms National Park in Royal Deeside. The event is scheduled for 25 and 26 July 2026 and is organised by the same team behind the Illuminator Night Run.
Races follow estate tracks and natural trails that run beside heather moorland, through Caledonian pine forest and alongside the River Tanar. The weekend includes a set of main trail distances and family events aimed at a range of participants.
Distances
- 10 km trail race
- 15 km trail race
- 25 km trail race
- 55 km trail race
Family activities on the programme include a Family Mile and a new Toddler Dash with free entry for very young children. The festival provides a trail running weekend on varied terrain within a national park setting. Event information such as route details, athlete guides, camping and FAQs are available from the organisers. Visit the organisation's website for the most recent information.