South Scotland Outdoor Festival

Thornhill, United Kingdom • 26-28 Jun 2026

South Scotland Outdoor Festival

The South Scotland Outdoor Festival takes place 26–28 June 2026 at Drumlanrig Castle in Dumfries & Galloway. The event is organised by Outsider Events and is set within an estate of rolling hills and ancient forests. The festival combines cycling, road and trail running, wellness activities, live music and outdoor film and speaker programming. On-site features include a wellness zone with wood-fired saunas, yoga and breathwork, a Big Stage for live music, and local food and craft drinks.

Program and entries

Multiple event options and ticket types are offered, with prices ranging from £10 to £86. Examples of event options listed are:

  • 100 km Grinduro gravel ride - £86
  • 50 km Grindurito gravel ride - £84
  • Half marathon Run Drumlanrig - £52
  • 10 km Run Drumlanrig - £42
  • 5 km Run Drumlanrig - £34
  • Discover South - Sportive (Long) - £58
  • Discover South - Sportive (Short) - £50
  • Kids Fun Run - £10
  • Festival Village Pass - £34

Age limits vary by event; examples show Festival Village Pass open to ages 15–100, gravel rides open to ages 16–100, and many running and sportive entries listed as 18–100. Ticket availability and prices are noted as subject to change. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 km
Grinduro - Gravel Riding 100km
50 km
Grindurito - Gravel Riding 50km
Half Marathon
Run Drumlanrig - Half Marathon
10 km
Run Drumlanrig - 10km
5 km
Run Drumlanrig - 5km
Kids Fun Run
Discover South - Sportive (short)
Discover South - Sportive (long)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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