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Kiprun Running Night 2025

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The event in a few words

Ready for an unforgettable experience in Budapest? 💫 This isn't a suggestion to pack your bags for a bachelor party in Hungary! 🇭🇺 While you can enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the city, it's in a completely different setting! 😉 Let us introduce you to the Kiprun Running Night! 🙌 You'll have a unique night to share with your friends 🕺, one they surely won't expect! 😎 The event features 2 distances for several races! 🏃‍♂️ All are held at night! 🌙 First up, there's the classic Half-Marathon, unassuming yet always effective, it suits a wide range of runners! 🎽 If you're looking to share a special moment with someone special, consider signing up for the Couple's Half-Marathon, a duo 👯‍♂️ not just for lovers! 🫶 For those who prefer groups of three, the Trio Half-Marathon is ideal, with segments divided into 3 parts: 7.3 km, 7.6 km, and 6.2 km for the last runner 🧑‍🧑‍🧒. Lastly, for short but intense fans, there's the "10 km in the Light" 🕯️ (ensuring you won't be in the dark despite the night). To delight your tastebuds eyes 👀, the course winds through the city's most beautiful streets 🏃‍♀️. You'll pass by iconic spots like Heroes' Square 🦸‍♂️, one of Budapest's most significant, with statues honoring the chiefs of Hungary's seven founding tribes. Yes, Jamy, it might also be your chance to make history by becoming your own hero! 💪 Further along, you can "Kavvaler" down Andrássy Avenue, built in 1872 📜, and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2002, not bad, right? 🔑 But we won't spoil everything; to know the end, you must participate! 😌

Meanwhile, we're happy to play the role of a tour guide! 🕵️‍♀️ We don't compete with the Guide du Routard (everyone has their expertise), but we can offer some cool tips for you to have a great time, whether you're alone, with friends, or family! 👩‍👩‍👦 After the Kiprun Running Night, if you'd like to wander the streets while listening to George Ezra sing "My house in Budapest my hidden treasure chest", head to the St. Stephen's Basilica! 🫴 Its medieval architecture and Gothic style immerse you in the city's history 📚. If you'd prefer something more chivalrous, then the Buda Castle will meet your expectations 🏰, for sure! You'll be walking in the footsteps of Hungarian kings! 🤴 But we almost forgot something very important and beneficial for your recovery... Budapest is renowned for its incredible thermal baths! 🧖‍♀️ You can't miss it; it's an unforgettable experience with a truly authentic style 🐠.

So grab your crown like you're heading to a bachelor party 👑, and become the queen/king of the Kiprun Running Night! 🫵

4 reasons to join this race

Join a 100% Nighttime Event 🌙
Yes, you're lucky to enjoy all the perks of evening running! The climate will be mild, the city's hustle and bustle will have calmed down, the lights will be amazing, and there are many more exciting aspects for you to discover! 👀
Races to Run Together 🌈
Among the 2 available distances, the half-marathon can be run as a duo or even as a trio! If you love sharing experiences (especially the long-distance ones) with your loved ones, this is the perfect opportunity 🫶.
In the Party Capital 🎊
Budapest is renowned for its vibrant party atmosphere, incredibly lively... So don't worry, when it comes to ambiance, you won't be disappointed, quite the opposite! 💃
Cosmopolitan Encounters 🌏
As a runner, you know that at events like this, it's quite common, if not expected, to meet new people! The Kiprun Running Night is a cosmopolitan meeting point 🗺️. It's the perfect moment to broaden your horizons and share unforgettable experiences! 💖

A distance for every taste

Half Marathon

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  • Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 9:00 PM
  • 1 loopx21.0975 km

A few more words

You've decided to register for the Half Marathon on your own, congratulations! The starting point is at the Millennium Monument. A significant part of the race will take place in City Park ⛲, where you can admire the Vajdahunyad Castle🏰. You'll also have the chance to visit Heroes' Square and the famous Andrássy Avenue! Are you ready for 21 kilometers of excitement? 🚀

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

All races will begin at 9 PM.

Participants must be at least 12 years old to compete.

Changing facilities are available from 5:30 PM to 1 AM.

Refreshment stations will be placed along the race routes.

For the half marathon:

  • 1.4 km on Andrássy Avenue

  • 4.4 km on Dózsa György Street

  • 6.5 km on Olof Palme Promenade

  • 9 km at Vajdahunyad Castle

  • 11.9 km on Andrássy Avenue

  • 14.9 km on Dózsa György Street

  • 17 km on Olof Palme Promenade

  • 19.5 km at Vajdahunyad Castle

For the half marathon, the pace is set at 9 minutes per kilometer, allowing for a gradual slowdown.

Awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in the individual half marathon.

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