Scottish Running Expo
About the Event
The Scottish Running Expo is Scotland’s first and only national running expo, taking place at the SEC Glasgow on 14 and 15 November 2026.
The two day event brings together brands, retailers, clubs, events, speakers and industry partners, creating a central meeting point for the Scottish and wider UK running community.
Scotland has a strong year-round running culture, yet currently has no large scale fitness or running expo. Hosted at the SEC Glasgow, Scotland’s largest exhibition venue and a proven host of major international fitness events, the Expo fills a clear gap in the market.
The Scottish Running Expo is created by the team behind Up and Running Events, with an established audience of thousands of runners across Scotland and a proven track record of delivering mass participation events.
Across the weekend, the Expo will feature exhibition stands, brand activations, talks, panel discussions and live content.
Why Scotland?
Scotland is home to over 200 registered running clubs and more than 500,000 recreational runners, making it one of the most engaged and passionate running communities in the UK. The country has produced global talent including Eilish McColgan and Laura Muir, and is known for its strong culture of participation across road, trail, and marathon running.
With world-renowned events such as the Great Scottish Run, Edinburgh Marathon, and Loch Ness Marathon, Scotland has a proven appetite for major endurance events. Millions of sports tourists visit each year, generating significant economic impact through events, hospitality, and travel.
At the heart of this sits the Scottish Event Campus (SEC) in Glasgow, the country’s largest and most accessible venue, drawing visitors from across the UK and beyond. Despite this thriving ecosystem, there is currently no dedicated national platform that brings runners, brands, and industry leaders together under one roof. The Scottish Running Expo will be the first event of its kind.
What's on
Across two full days, the Scottish Running Expo will bring together live talks, interactive experiences and a curated mix of leading brands. Every visitor can learn, test and connect while discovering the latest in running, training and performance.
• Main Stage featuring elite athletes, endurance challengers and leading coaches
• Retail Hall with established and emerging running brands
• Indoor Running Track for live demos and activations
• Club Hub connecting local and national run clubs
• Race Village showcasing events from across the UK
• Workshops covering mindset, CPR and practical training insights
• Community shakeout runs around the River Clyde
• Food Hall and social spaces to connect with fellow runners
Contact
For brands, retailers, clubs, and industry partners, The Scottish Running Expo provides a valuable opportunity to connect with runners across all levels and regions. As the first event of its kind in Scotland, this marks the start of something special and will grow into a new staple in the UK running event calendar. Stand bookings and sponsorship packages are now open and can be tailored to suit the scale and goals of each partner.