Sun, 3 May 2026
Start time
TBC
Status
CompletedCompleted
Belfast City Marathon Entry, Date & Race Guide
Belfast, Northern Ireland, UK
Closed
Beginner-friendlyPB-friendly
Next race
Sunday, 2 May 2027
Location
Belfast, Northern Ireland
Distance
Marathon
Surface
Road
Entries closed
Entries for the 2027 Belfast City Marathon are currently closed.
Verified 27 June 2026
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Sun, 2 May 2027
Next race
Start time
09:00
Status
ClosedRace overview
About Belfast City Marathon
The Belfast City Marathon is one of Northern Ireland's best-known marathon events and is a major fixture in the local running calendar. It is a strong option for runners looking for a city marathon with an established reputation and broad appeal. RaceScan tracks entry status, key race info and updates for Belfast in one place.
RaceScan tracks entry status, key race info and updates for Belfast City Marathon in one place.
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Is Belfast City Marathon 2027 entry open?
Entries for the 2027 Belfast City Marathon are currently closed.
When is Belfast City Marathon?
Belfast City Marathon takes place on Sunday, 2 May 2027.
What is the Belfast City Marathon course like?
The Belfast City Marathon is one of Northern Ireland's best-known marathon events and is a major fixture in the local running calendar. It is a strong option for runners looking for a city marathon with an established reputation and broad appeal.
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