Sunday, 30 August 2026
Kids Races
explorr isn't just for the grown-ups.
On Sunday 30 August, we're throwing open the course to the next generation — a 1km lap around King George V Park and the surrounding area, right in the heart of Banchory. Short legs, big effort. Cheering crowds. A finish line that means something.
Two events. One Sunday. Let them loose.
The Deeside Dash
Sunday 30 August · 09:00 · Ages 9-11
A proper 1km circuit through Banchory — same course, more competition. Open to runners aged 9 to 11 on the day of the event, this group means business. One lap, a crowd at the finish, and a medal that earns its place on the wall. The next generation of Royal Deeside runners starts here.
The Wee Dash
Sunday 30 August · 09:15 · Ages 5-8
Their first taste of a real race finish line. A 1km loop through King George V Park — wide, welcoming, and loud with supporters. Open to runners aged 5 to 8 on the day of the event, this one's all about the run, the roar, the medal and the post-race bragging rights.
Give them their explorr moment
Register for the Wee Dash or the Deeside Dash. Two distances, two age groups, one finish line they won't forget.
Event information
Everything you need to know before race day. Key details to help you prepare for the Kids Run at explorr.
All runners will receive a timing chip integrated into their bib number. Your official result will be based on net chip time, measured from the moment you cross the start line until you cross the finish line.
Live results will be available throughout race day via the official event timing platform.
Categories are as follows:
- The Wee Dash: Ages 5–8
- The Deeside Dash: Ages 9–11
Age groups are based on your age on race day.
The Kids Runs will start in a separate mass start wave for each age group (Wee Dash and Deeside Dash). Registration is open from 8am on Sunday, 30 August 2026. The Deeside Dash starts at 09:00am and The Wee Dash at 09:15am.
Runners in the 5km event must be at least 5 years of age on race day.