Belfast marathon 2024: colour and spectacle of the big race in 35 pictures

A record number of participants took to the streets of Belfast for the biggest marathon in the city's history.

The 2024 Moy Park Belfast City Marathon started at Stormont at 9am with thousands of cheering supporters lining the streets.

The 26.2 mile marathon route included north, south, east and west Belfast, starting at Stormont Estate and finishing in Ormeau Park.

Check out these colourful images from the big event.

5. 2024 Belfast City Marathon

Dressing up was part of the fun for some runners. Photo: Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press

The runners set off from Stormont. Photo: Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press

A record number of entrants signed up for this year's Belfast Marathon. Photo: Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press

A colourful runner stands out in the crowd. Photo: Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press