Belfast City Marathon
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Event Overview
The Phoenix Energy Belfast City Marathon is a running event in Northern Ireland. The main marathon is certified by AIMS (Association of International Marathons and Distance Races). The event features multiple race formats, including a full marathon, a team relay, a half marathon, a women's 10k, and a 5k fun run.
Distances and Formats
Participants can choose from:
- Marathon (26.2 miles)
- Team Relay (5 legs totaling 26.2 miles)
- Half Marathon
- Women's 10k
- 5k Fun Run
Key Information
The marathon and team relay must be completed within 6 hours. The half marathon has a 3-hour time limit. The women's 10k must be finished in under 2 hours, and the 5k in under 1 hour. Walking is permitted in the marathon but not in the half marathon, which is a competitive running event.
The event has a pacing team. In-ear headphones are not permitted, but bone-conducting headphones are allowed. Dogs, skateboards, rollerblades, and unauthorised wheeled devices are not permitted on the course. Only hand-propelled or aided wheelchairs are allowed for the marathon and half marathon, with prior permission required.
Race packs for the marathon, team relay, and half marathon are collected at an expo in the Waterfront Hall. Packs for the 5k fun run are posted to participants. Entry transfers are possible through an official system for a fee during a designated transfer window. The event operates a strict no-refund policy, though deferrals may be considered for medical reasons.
A Northern Ireland finisher prize is available for runners who have lived in Northern Ireland for at least a year or were born there. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
