Published: 2023-06-22
Budapest Airport's Runway Run is back on the 2nd of September this year. The event, now in its eleventh year, sees athletes take over a runway to run for charity.
Charity Donations
This year, all proceeds from registration will be donated to the SUHANJ! Foundation, which supports sporting opportunities for handicapped and disabled people, and another foundation helping the recovery of sick children. The event has raised over 90 million HUF for charity since it began in 2013.
Categories
Participants can enter the following categories: Adult Women’s or men’s 5 km, Women’s or men’s 10 km, Children Aged between 6 and 8: 1 km, Aged between 9 and 11: 2 km, Aged between 12 and 14: 2 km. Additionally, there is a 'Kids’ Fun Run' category for children aged 14 or under.
Training Plan
To help participants prepare, Budapest Airport is offering a six-week training plan which will be sent to entrants after registration.
Conclusion
Join fellow athletes on the runway and help raise money for a good cause this September with Budapest Airport's Charity Runway Run.
Questions & Answers
What is the Budapest Airport Runway Run? The Budapest Airport Runway Run is an annual charity race that takes place on the closed runway I of Budapest Airport.
When does the Budapest Airport Runway Run take place? The Budapest Airport Runway Run takes place on the 1st Saturday of September.
What is the purpose of the Budapest Airport Runway Run? The Budapest Airport Runway Run is a charity event and 100% of the proceeds from entry fees are donated to the SUHANJ! Foundation, which supports sporting opportunities for handicapped and disabled people and another foundation helping the recovery of sick children.
Who can participate in the Budapest Airport Runway Run? The Budapest Airport Runway Run is open to both aviation professionals and civilian sportspeople. This year, there are opportunities for children under 14 to participate and a category called Kids’ Fun Run.
What are the categories that participants can enter in the Budapest Airport Runway Run? Participants can enter in the following categories: Adult Women’s or men’s 5 km, Women’s or men’s 10 km, Children Aged between 6 and 8: 1 km, Aged between 9 and 11: 2 km, Aged between 12 and 14: 2 km and Kids’ Fun Run, Parents and children aged 14 or under: 1 km.
Is there a training plan for participants of the Budapest Airport Runway Run? Yes, Budapest Airport will draw up a six-week training plan to help participants prepare for the event.
How long has the Budapest Airport Runway Run been taking place? The Budapest Airport Runway Run has been taking place for 11 years, since 2013.
What is the SUHANJ! Foundation? The SUHANJ! Foundation is a foundation that supports sporting opportunities for handicapped and disabled people.
