Friday, April 9, 2027: 12:00–18:00
Saturday, April 10, 2027: 08:00–18:00
Sunday, April 11, 2027: 07:00–08:30
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In an impressive environment, beautiful weather, and a true runner’s atmosphere, you can test yourself and your fitness in the weekend’s highlight event, the truly classic half marathon distance. Whether you’re an experienced half marathon runner or a first-timer, you’ll find it hard to forget the amazing experience of the Telekom Vivicitta Half Marathon. We are ready to go. How about you?
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Online registration: On the BSI organizer’s online registration platform until April 1st, 2027, at midnight (unless the participant limit is reached earlier).
For registrations submitted by February 1., the first name in our database will automatically appear on the bib number, below the race number.
If you would like a different name on your bib, enter your preferred text in the appropriate field on the registration form, following these guidelines:
If you do not want a name on your bib, enter „NO NAME” in the appropriate field on the registration form.
Only individuals born before April 11, 2015, are eligible to participate in the half marathon distance. (12 years old or older).
The age categories used in the results list, which are not subject to separate awards, are as follows:
Men’s Age category | Women’s Age category | Age group | Date of birth | ||
| M12 | W12 | 12-15 years | 2010.03.23 – 2014.03.22 | ||
| M16 | W16 | 16-17 years | 2008.03.23 – 2010.03.22 | ||
| M18 | W18 | 18-19 years | 2006.03.23 – 2008.03.22 | ||
| M20 | W20 | 20-24 years | 2001.03.23 – 2006.03.22 | ||
| M25 | W25 | 25-29 years | 1996.03.23 – 2001.03.22 | ||
| M30 | W30 | 30-34 years | 1991.03.23 – 1996.03.22 | ||
| M35 | W35 | 35-39 years | 1986.03.23 – 1991.03.22 | ||
| M40 | W40 | 40-44 years | 1981.03.23 – 1986.03.22 | ||
| M45 | W45 | 45-49 years | 1976.03.23 – 1981.03.22 | ||
| M50 | W50 | 50-54 years | 1971.03.23 – 1976.03.22 | ||
| M55 | W55 | 55-59 years | 1966.03.23 – 1971.03.22 | ||
| M60 | W60 | 60-64 years | 1961.03.23 – 1966.03.22 | ||
| M65 | W65 | 65-69 évesek | 1956.03.23 – 1961.03.22 | ||
| M70 | W70 | 70-74 years | 1951.03.23 – 1956.03.22 | ||
| M75 | W75 | 75-79 years | 1946.03.23 – 1951.03.22 | ||
| M80 | W80 | 80 years and older | born before 1946.03.23 |
You can find the list of already registered participants and the starting list here.
12.000 runners
The organiser of the race:
BSI Sport Kft.
1139 Budapest, Fáy uca 4.
www.runinbudapest.com
[email protected]
Race Day
Always pay attention to the event announcements. Some things may change or be modified on race day, and this is the only way we can inform you on-site.
Meeting Point
We set up „Meeting Point” beach flags at the event venue so that running partners, classmates, relatives, and spectators can find each other. If you come with a group or class, this is a reliable point where you can meet up in the crowd. Before the start, coordinate the exact post-race meeting location with your running partners and companions!
Information
At all our events, you’ll find an information team that can help not only with the current race but also with details about other BSI events. If you’re interested in other running or walking events throughout the year, look for the BSI information tent on-site!
Lost Children
Information about children separated from their parents during the event can be obtained at the information tent. Please approach them rather than the stage staff for help – we cannot announce missing person searches from the stage.
If you find a child who appears to be lost, please escort them to the information tent!
You can request a wristband at the information tent in advance, on which you can write a mobile number to call if we encounter a child believed to be lost.
Running Etiquette
Arrive on time! – to avoid the stress of queuing at the race village and changing areas, to have time to meet old friends, or to find new running partners.
If running with others, don’t take up the entire width of the road. If you hear someone trying to pass, move right as soon as possible and let them go.
Please keep the race village area and course clean, especially at aid stations! Use the provided waste bins and don’t litter. Restoring the race venue to its original condition is a huge task – thank you for helping with this!
By clicking here, you can access the BKV journey planner.
Parking:
If you arrive by car:
You will find a paid parking lot on the Árpád Bridge side of Margaret Island.
The number of parking spaces is limited, so please arrive early.
Only park in places where it is permitted according to traffic regulations.
The start will be located on Frigyes Schulek promenade, near the Athletic Centre. The start is 1,5 km from the race center.
The race center will be set up in the large tent labeled RACE CENTER, located opposite the stage, at the end of the exhibitor tents.
You can pick up your race bib at the race center at the following times:
Friday, April 9, 2027: 12:00–18:00
Saturday, April 10, 2027: 08:00–18:00
Sunday, April 11, 2027: 07:00–08:30
The women’s changing room will be located on the first floor of the Margaret Island Water Tower, while the men’s changing room will be set up in tents placed at the Open-Air Stage.
The bag drop area is located on the meadow after the packet pickup area, heading from the Water Tower toward Palatinus Beach.
Opening hours: 7:00–13:30
You may drop off 1 bag with a maximum size of 60×40×30 cm, labeled with the bag tag, no later than 15 minutes before the start.
The bag tag can be found at the bottom of your race bib.
You can only retrieve your bag by presenting your race bib.
Please note that no valuables storage is provided at the bag drop.
A supervised bicycle parking area will be available at the venue.
Opening hours: 7:00–16:00
Portable toilets will be placed throughout the event area.
You will also find portable toilets and urinals along the course and at the refreshment stations.
Start time: 09:00
Wave start at this event:
| Zone 1: | faster than 4:30 min/km | Half marathon within 1:35:00 |
| Zone 2: | between 4:30 and 5:00 min/km | Half marathon between 1:35:00 and 1:45:00 |
| Zone 3: | Pace between 5:00 and 5:30 min/km | Half marathon between 1:45:00 and 1:56:00 |
| Zone 4: | Pace between 5:30 and 6:00 min/km | Half marathon between 1:56:00 and 2:06:00 |
| Zone 5: | Pace between 6:00 and 6:30 min/km | Half marathon between 2:06:00 and 2:17:00 |
| Zone 6: | Pace between 6:30 and 7:00 min/km | Half marathon between 2:17:00 and 2:27:00 |
| Zone 7: | over 7:00 min/km | Half marathon over 2:27:00 |
At this event, everyone may only line up in the starting zone corresponding to their pre-registered expected pace (min/km).
This helps reduce congestion in the first kilometers after the start and unnecessary overtaking. Starting all runners of similar pace from the same zone makes the beginning of the race calmer and more predictable.
Distance: 21.097 m
Kilometer Markers: Kilometers along the route will be indicated by signs positioned 2 meters high. This will help you monitor and maintain your planned pace and fitness-appropriate speed throughout the course.
Pacers will assist runners in achieving successful finishes with the following target times:
These pacers will help maintain a consistent pace throughout the race and assist participants in achieving their target finish times. Please refer to the pace charts for the specific pacing strategy for each target finish time.
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The cut off time is 3 hours net time.
The sweep bus follows the pace of the runners who are expected to complete the half marathon within 3 hours. Those who are overtaken by the sweep bus must board it, their race number will be marked, and they will not be allowed to enter the finish area.
The timing provider is AGNI-Timing.
The timing is done using UHF chips attached to the back of the bib number. Please read the information about chip usage!
Bib Number Wearing Rules: The timing is conducted through timing mats (antennas) placed on the ground, which detect the signal transmitter placed on the bib number from a distance of approximately 2-3 meters. The timestamp is recorded when the strongest signal is detected (when passing over the mat).
To ensure successful recording of individual times, please observe the following rules:
The bib number must be worn visibly throughout the race, on the abdomen/chest area. (Bib belt holders are allowed.) Covering or concealing the bib number is prohibited. Do not remove, fold, or pierce the chip located on the back of the bib number. Everyone should ensure that they wear their own bib number during the race. After crossing the finish line, please leave the timing point as soon as possible
In the individual half marathon distance, the top 3 male and female finishers will be awarded.
The awards ceremony is based on the order of arrival at the finish line (gross time). The results list available on the website (based on net time) may display different rankings.
The winner of the 21 km race is the one who completes the distance according to the rules and crosses the finish line first. Therefore, we ask competitors aiming for top placements to start in the first wave, as rankings are determined by the order of crossing the finish line. If someone starts later, even with a better time, they might not receive an award.
The results will be continuously updated on the results list following the participants’ arrival at the finish line.
Participants without a placement number will appear on the results list if they do not have times recorded at one of the route checkpoints. Those who received a 10-minute time penalty for improper bib number wearing will have an asterisk (*) next to their name.
Order your personalized medal insert with your name and finishing time engraved in advance!
The expected planned delivery time for the medal insert is no later than the end of the 4th week following the event’s closing date.
We’ll engrave your name and finishing time on a self-adhesive plastic tag. The tag fits perfectly into the recess on the back of the medal. You won’t need to search for money after the race, stand in line on-site, or wait for the medal to be engraved afterwards. We’ll create and mail the insert to you. When it arrives, just stick it on the back of your medal and your personalized keepsake of your achievement is ready.
The insert can be ordered online, along with your registration for the race, or in the „Products” section of the BSI registration system.
The price of the insert, including postage is 12 €.
Our photo selection after the event can be found on our Facebook page and in the Media Library section.
High-resolution photos taken along the route can be purchased on the bsi.futofoto.hu website.
You can find summary videos of the event, finish line videos, and live coverage materials here.
Registration is now open for the 42nd Telekom Vivicitta Spring Half Marathon, Hungary's biggest two-day spring running festival. Start and finish on Margaret Island, with the route passing Budapest's best known sights. Pick your distance and claim your place on the start line!
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