Kiltwalk 2026
Kiltwalk is Scotland’s largest mass participation walking event with over 216,000 people having taken part since 2016. The challenge is available in Scotland's four major cities: Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee, and Edinburgh. Children can get involved and there are three different distances available, meaning there's something for everyone! Take on the Kiltwalk on your own or as part of the team for an iconic challenge with the added bonus of supporting children and young people across the UK.
Take big strides for Barnardo’s and sign up today.
- Event date(s):
- 1 January to 31 December 2026
- Entry fee:
- £7-20
- Minimum sponsorship:
- £0 (£150 suggested target)
Find the Kiltwalk for you
Mighty Stride
Complete the Mighty Stride on 26 April in Glasgow, 7 June in Aberdeen, 16 August in Dundee, or 13 September in Edinburgh.
Registration fee: £20.
Big Stroll
Complete the Big Stroll on 25 or 26 April in Glasgow, or 13 September in Edinburgh.
Registration fee: £20.
Wee Wander
Complete the Wee Wander on 26 April in Glasgow, 7 June in Aberdeen, 16 August in Dundee, or 13 September in Edinburgh.
Registration fee: £13 (adults, 16+), £7 (children, 5-15 years).
Why join Team Barnardo’s?
As part of Team Barnardo's, you'll get:
- A Barnardo's t-shirt to wear with pride on the day.
- A fundraising pack filled with top tips and ideas.
- Training guides to help you feel ready for the day.
- Constant support and advice from the Barnardo's Events team.
Get in touch
If you have any questions about the event or fundraising requirements, please email our fundraising team, who'd love to help you.
Fancy a different challenge?
If you want to run, ride, trek or challenge yourself while raising money for children and young people, we've got the event for you.
Meet Siva
At 80 years old, Siva set himself a challenge that reflected his lifelong commitment to helping children succeed - a 3,970km team walk and run that raised over £11,000 for Barnardo’s.
Other ways to get involved
When you change a childhood, you change a life. Here's some other ways you can help children and young people across the UK safer, happier, healthier and more hopeful.