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Belfast City Marathon
Belfast, United Kingdom
May 2, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+3
GBRegional Running Calendar
Running in Northern Ireland
12 verified events (10 confirmed dates) and 30 races in Northern Ireland with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events1210 confirmed dates
Competitions30Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 76 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+620 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Antrim Coast Half Marathon
Larne, United Kingdom
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+3
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Belfast Half Marathon
Belfast, United Kingdom
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
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Richmond Marathon
Richmond, United Kingdom
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
City RunPublic Park+1
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Battersea Park Half Marathon
London, United Kingdom
November 21, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+1
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London West DEKA Trifecta
London, United Kingdom
November 28, 2026 to November 29, 2026Date confirmed
5 km1.61 km
Nature & Off-RoadCulture & History+1
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Run Aintree Half-Marathon
Liverpool, United Kingdom
December 13, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+2
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Portsmouth Coastal Marathon
Portsmouth, United Kingdom
December 20, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km12 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2, 2027 | Belfast City Marathon | Belfast, Northern Ireland, GB | Road Running | 42.2 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Antrim Coast Half Marathon | Larne, Northern Ireland, GB | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Belfast Half Marathon | Belfast, Northern Ireland, GB | Road Running | 21.1 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Richmond Marathon | Richmond, England, GB | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | Battersea Park Half Marathon | London, England, GB | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | London West DEKA Trifecta | London, England, GB | Obstacle Course Racing | 5 km1.61 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2026 | Run Aintree Half-Marathon | Liverpool, England, GB | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Dec 20, 2026 | Portsmouth Coastal Marathon | Portsmouth, England, GB | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km12 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 9, 2027 | Country to Capital | Wendover, England, GB | Trail Running | 69 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2027 | Thames Trot | Oxford, England, GB | Trail RunningRoad Running | 76 km21.1 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2027 | Chelmsford Half Marathon | Chelmsford, England, GB | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Mar 14, 2027 | Cambridge Half Marathon (Cambridge Half) | Cambridge, England, GB | Road Running | 21.1 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Northern Ireland (Europe, United Kingdom) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 30 individual races, including 10 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Obstacle Course Racing. Key host locations include Belfast, Larne, Richmond, and London. Notable events in the selection include Belfast City Marathon, Antrim Coast Half Marathon, and Belfast Half Marathon.
Race distances span from 1.6 km to 76 km, reaching up to +620 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Northern Ireland includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Northern Ireland?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 30 individual races in Northern Ireland. A total of 10 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Belfast City Marathon, Antrim Coast Half Marathon, and Belfast Half Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Northern Ireland?
Events in Northern Ireland focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Obstacle Course Racing. Course distances range from 1.6 km entry-level races up to 76 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Belfast, Larne, Richmond, and London.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Northern Ireland?
The most selective courses in Northern Ireland climb up to +620 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Northern Ireland?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.