On Saturday, June 28, more than 4,700 runners will start one of Budapest's most unique summer leisure sports events, the 31st KIPRUN Running Night, at Heroes' Square. The number of participants for all distances of the night run, which starts at 9:00 PM, has reached its limit, and the Budapest Sports Office has closed registration. The sold-out 31st KIPRUN Running Night offers participants not only a competition, but also an unforgettable experience in the heart of the city, along the iconic Andrássy Avenue and Heroes' Square, in the lights of the summer night.
The special feature of the KIPRUN Running Night is that all distances start at sunset, guaranteed in the dark. This way, runners can experience the experience of running in the illuminated Budapest, embraced by the evening lights of the city center, starting from Heroes' Square on Andrássy Avenue and then passing through the atmospheric routes of the City Park. This year, based on the registrations, more than 4,700 people are participating in the event.
– The 31st KIPRUN Running Night is a true summer, nighttime adventure in the heart of Budapest. When the sun sets, we really start to shine – on this evening, sport, the historical scenery of the buildings and the pulse of the city come together in a unique way, offering an unforgettable experience to all participants. – he said Árpád Kocsis, CEO of BSI.
Participants can compete individually or in teams, and at the finish line, each finisher will receive a A unique finisher's medal awaits you.Participants can choose from several distances at the event, so everyone can find the ideal challenge for them.
Those looking for a more serious challenge can choose the Half marathon (21.1 km) distance, which starts at 9:00 PM and takes runners 21 kilometers. If the individual half marathon still seems like a big deal, the Half marathon pair (2 x 10.5 km) The race can be an excellent alternative: two people can complete the 21 kilometers, divided into sections, experiencing the challenge together and the joy of reaching the finish line together. For those who want a shorter but more exciting distance, the Quarter marathon (10.5 km) perfect choice: this is an unforgettable 10.5 kilometer distance, where the most beautiful parts of the city, the magic of the summer night and the momentum of running meet, also with a start at 9:00 PM, it can be completed individually or in pairs. Finally, for those looking for a real team experience, the half marathon trio (7.3 km – 7.6 km – 6.2 km) category, where three people share the half marathon distance.
