St Patrick's Day celebrations in Belfast are now underway.
Motorists can expect some delays and diversions as runners take part in the the SPAR Craic 10K event which leaves from City Hall at 9am and ends at Ormeau Park.
The route takes in the city centre, as well as Falls Road, Stranmillis Embankment and Ormeau Road with several road closures and traffic restrictions in place until 11am.
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Then, the St Patrick's Day parade in Belfast officially begins outside City Hall at 1.30pm.
The route will enable good viewing opportunities and people are encouraged to watch from footpaths on both sides of the streets along the parade's route.
It will weave its way through the city centre via Chichester Street, turning left into Victoria Street, then left again at High Street and along Castle Place.
It will then turn left into Donegall Place, making its way back to Belfast City Hall.
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Runners set to take part in Spar Craic 10k
The event will commence at 9am from Belfast City Hall and conclude at Ormeau Park.
To facilitate the race, several road closures and traffic restrictions will be in place between 8am and 11am along a number of routes including the City Centre, Falls Road, Stranmillis Embankment and Ormeau Road.
Motorists are advised to anticipate delays and plan their journeys accordingly. public transport services may also experience diversions during this period.
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