Belfast Marathon


The Belfast Marathon is an annual marathon in Belfast, Northern Ireland run in May.
The race is divided into several categories: men's, ladies, relay, veterans and wheelchair.
It is organised jointly by Belfast City Council and Northern Ireland Athletics.

History

The marathon was held on May Day each year for 36 years, changing to 5 May for 2019.
In 2018 2,200 runners finished the race.
The 2020 edition of the race was cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic, with all registrants given the option of either running the race virtually or transferring their entry to 2021, 2022, or 2023.
In 2005 the route was changed to provide runners with a flatter course. This proved unpopular, as it took runners along roads such as the Sydenham by-pass, which were devoid of spectators. In 2006 the original route was reinstated, starting at the City Hall and passing both the Shankill and the Falls, finishing in Ormeau Park. The 2011 route was unchanged from the previous two years. In 2019 a new, flatter route was introduced.

Winners