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.

21. 2024 Belfast City Marathon

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

Big smiles from these runner as they set off. Photo: Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press

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

The scene at Stormont as runners set off. Photo: Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press