Belfast City Marathon

Phoenix Energy Belfast City Marathon events

The Phoenix Energy Belfast City Marathon programme includes several road races and related events across Belfast with specified dates and start locations. Listed events include the 26.2 miles marathon (AIMS certified), a half marathon, a team relay, a women's 10k and a 5k fun run. Example event dates and starts from recent listings:

• 2026 Phoenix Energy Belfast City Half Marathon : 20 September 2026, start Ormeau Park.
• 2026 Phoenix Energy Belfast City 5k Fun Run : 15 November 2026, start Belfast City Hall.
• 2027 Phoenix Energy Belfast City Marathon and Team Relay : 2 May 2027, start Stormont Estate.
• 2027 Phoenix Energy Belfast City Women’s 10k : 20 June 2027, start Titanic Quarter.

Race administration and logistics include an Expo and pack collection at the Waterfront Hall for the Marathon, Team Relay and Half Marathon. Women's 10k packs are collected at IKEA Belfast. 5k and 1k Fun Run packs are posted to participants. Race numbers are allocated using a QR code sent at registration.

Rules and operational points stated by the organisers:

• Time limits: Marathon and Team Relay 6 hours; Half Marathon 3 hours; Women’s 10k 2 hours; 5k 1 hour.
• Marathon course is AIMS certified; competitors must follow the official course and start procedures.
• Transfers are possible via the ticket platform within published windows; transfer fee is £8 and one transfer per ticket is allowed.
• The event operates a no refund policy; medical deferrals may be considered with documentation submitted before the deadline.
• Cancellation may occur for matters beyond the organisers' control; refunds, deferments or virtual options may be offered and any announced refund period is limited.
• Pacers and tail vehicles/runners are used to manage pace and safety; refusal to board a tail vehicle removes organiser liability for welfare.
• In-ear headphones are not permitted; bone conduction headphones are allowed.
• Dogs, unauthorised wheeled devices and similar items are not permitted on course. Hand propelled and aided/pushed wheelchairs may be allowed with prior permission and must meet requirements.
• Disqualification can result from actions such as swapping numbers, deviating from the course, tampering with timing equipment, urinating outside designated toilets, refusing official instructions, or unsportsmanlike or offensive conduct.
• The Team Relay has five legs with specified changeover points and mile distances as published by the organisers.

Child participation note: the 5k Fun Run has no age limit but under 16 entries are classed as child entries and must be accompanied by an adult. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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