Details about traffic disruption and road closures have been revealed ahead the Moy Park Belfast City Half Marathon this weekend.
The event is the largest half marathon in the country and this year celebrates its 11th edition.
The race will begin along the Ormeau Embankment and will loop around the city before returning to the start point to finish at Ormeau Park.
Runners will set off at 9am, with the final finisher anticipated to cross the line at approximately 12pm.
As a result, traffic disruptions are to be expected and roads will begin to “wholly or partially” close from around 7am to 2.30pm, according to Belfast City Marathon operations manager Eimear Degan.
The 13.1-mile race will see its biggest turnout since it began in 2013, with 6,600 runners expected to take on the challenge.
John Allen, chairman of the Belfast City Marathon, said: “We are delighted to welcome a record number of participants to the streets of Belfast for what has become a pivotal fixture in NI’s athletic calendar.
“We would like to extend a word of thanks to the local community, for their patience throughout the event, and of course to the volunteers, who will generously donate their time and play a key role in making the event ‘run’ smoothly.”
The lead runners are expected to pass over the Sam Thompson Bridge onto Airport Road at around 9.35am and make their way to Queens Square at 9.40am via Sydenham Road and the Lagan Weir Pedestrian Bridge.
The participants will then pass through the city centre from Custom House Square, via High Street, Cornmarket, William Street, Montgomery Street, Chichester Street and Castle Street at approximately 9:50am and will continue towards the Falls Road.
Disruptions will be seen on Grosvenor Road, Great Victoria Street and Bruce Street heading towards Dublin Road, Shaftesbury Square and Botanic Avenue from 8.30am to 11.50am.
“We appreciate the impact and inconvenience of traffic disruption on race day,” added Mr Allen, “but ask that motorists please follow the traffic diversion signs and take direction from stewards.
“These traffic management measures are set up to prioritise safety for participants and road users.”