Event Support Volunteer (Edinburgh Marathon Festival - 23 - 24 May 2026)
Have you always loved the idea of being part of a Marathon but not sure about the running bit?! Then we have the perfect opportunity for you to soak up the atmosphere with us at the amazing Edinburgh Marathon as you cheer on our fantastic runners raising vital funds to support those living with cancer. Quickly becoming one of our largest events at Macmillan there is something for everyone at the Edinburgh Marathon Festival.
What will you be doing?
Cheerpoint
- Join a friendly group of volunteers to give our runners some much needed encouragement as they race to the finish line.
- Everything you need to make some noise and paint the path green will be provided (Macmillan tabards, cowbells, clappers, pom poms etc.)
- Various shift times are available. Can’t do one of those but would still like to volunteer, get in touch and we can help!
Finish line
- Welcoming runners as they enter the marquee
- Supporting with the merchandise stand
- Helping in the polaroid area
- Handing out food
- Managing the massage queue
- Making teas and coffees
Your impact
- Over £1Million raised by runners in 2025
- This money could staff the Edinburgh Macmillan Information Centre for nearly 2 whole years!
Accessibility
- Some locations are wheelchair accessible but transport to and from the location will be limited due to road closures.
- This event will be loud, if you have sensitivity to loud noises we’d recommend skipping this one.
- We aim to accommodate all accessibility needs. Please contact us with any support you may need.
At Macmillan we give people with cancer everything we’ve got. Do you have enthusiasm for fundraising and work well in a team? Then we would love you to join us as an Event Support Volunteer and be a part of an amazing team on the day, and if you love the experience you might be inspired to join the team at other events in the future.
By sharing your skills and time, you’ll have a rewarding and fun experience, helping us to deliver an excellent experience for event participants and meet new people as part of a friendly team that makes a difference in the community. Together, we can be right there for people with cancer.
At Macmillan we give people with cancer everything we’ve got. Do you have enthusiasm for fundraising and work well in a team? Then we would love you to join us as an Event Support Volunteer and be a part of an amazing team on the day, and if you love the experience you might be inspired to join the team at other events in the future. By sharing your skills and time, you’ll have a rewarding and fun experience, helping us to deliver an excellent experience for event participants and meet new people as part of a friendly team that makes a difference in the community. Together, we can be right there for people with cancer.
If you would like to be part of our Event Support volunteer team, apply to volunteer today!