2027 Belfast City Marathon

Come for the race, stay for the craic: this May, Belfast's spring air is fresh but mild, perfect for a 42k with 250m of elevation that takes you past the Titanic Quarter's maritime history and out toward the green slopes of Cave Hill. After you cross the line, warm up with a pint of stout in the Cathedral Quarter and a plate of Ulster fry, then wander the city's murals or take a day trip to the Giant's Causeway — the coast is just an hour away and the crowds are thinner before summer hits.