Thousands to take part in Regeneron Great Limerick Run
THE REGENERON Great Limerick Run is back this Sunday as the Riverfest celebrations continue across the city.
Almost 14,000 people are set to take part in the event - many of whom will be doing so to support a variety of charities.
The full marathon kicks off at 9am at People's Park, Pery Square followed by the half marathon at 10.30am and the six mile race which begins at at 12.30pm.
The course then heads to Childers Road – Rosbrien Road – Punches Close – O’Connell Avenue and Glentworth Street before finishing at Henry Street.
A major traffic operation is in place for the event and motorists travelling in and around Limerick city are being advised there are some road closures and diversions in place around the route of the marathon - see more here.
Bus Éireann is also advising customers that some city services will be impacted for several hours this Sunday until the the traffic restrictions are lifted.
The Regeneron Great Limerick Run is one of the highlights of Riverfest Limerick which is taking place this Bank Holiday weekend. See riverfest.ie.