One of Northern Ireland’s most iconic sporting events attracting thousands of runners from around the world each year. The course takes participants through the heart of the city, starting at the seat of power at Stormont, then showcasing Belfast’s landmarks, neighbourhoods and vibrant atmosphere, with enthusiastic crowds lining the streets in support. Known for its community spirit, this race is a powerful way to challenge yourself while making a real difference. Welcoming runners of all abilities, every mile matters in this celebration of endurance and resilience.

As part of Team Concern, you'll receive:

A fabulous Concern Worldwide running Tech T-shirt
A fundraising pack and support from a dedicated fundraiser to help you smash your target
Regular team emails
Inspiration and motivation from our team on the day!

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You can still be part of Team Concern, just get in touch to let us know that you’re running for us. We’ll send you out a T-Shirt, fundraising pack and support you and your fundraising efforts all the way to finish line.

How your fundraising helps:

£36 could pay for 120 sachets of emergency therapeutic food for malnourished children.
£120 could pay for 400 sachets of therapeutic food for malnourished children.
£300 could help run a vital nutrition centre for two weeks, so we can diagnose and treat children to prevent them from suffering severe malnutrition.

A large crowd of runners assembled at the start line of the Belfast City Marathon at Stormont Estate, with spectators lining barriers and the Stormont Parliament Buildings visible in the background under a clear blue sky.

Thousands of runners gather at the start line of the Belfast City Marathon at Stormont Estate

Two women wearing Concern Worldwide shirts and race medals smile for a photo after finishing the Belfast City Marathon 8 Mile Walk, with race bibs and event branding visible.

Two runners celebrate completing the Belfast City Marathon 8 Mile Walk while supporting Concern Worldwide.

A female runner wearing a Concern Worldwide running top gives a thumbs up sign at the finish line after finishing the Belfast City Marathon.

A big thumbs up from a Belfast City Marathon runner while supporting Team Concern.

A Team Concern Worldwide runner setting the pace at Belfast City Marathon

A male runner wearing a Concern Worldwide running top is taking part in the Belfast City Marathon as supporters cheer him on.

A runner wearing a Concern Worldwide vest holds a “#Team Concern” sign and a water bottle while displaying his medal after finishing the Belfast City Marathon on a sunny day.

A runner shows his medal after completing the Belfast City Marathon while supporting Team Concern.

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Apoline Niyosenge is taught how to wash her hands properly by Concern community worker Abel Bamwisho, DRC. Photo: Pamela Tulizo

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