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You can set the pace like Santa Claus

5 km

Don't just reach the finish line by the chimney

Get in the holiday spirit – by running!

This distance is for those who want to truly experience the joy of running in a special, festive atmosphere. Dress in red, trim your beard, and run the 5 km in downtown Budapest. Let's race together in the heart of the city!

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*STUDENT discount entry fee

It can be used until compulsory school age (16 years), after which it can be used upon presentation of a full-time student ID.

PENNY Santa Run – 5 km

 

Basis

(HUF/person)

Spuri Gold Card/Running Club (HUF/person)

Student

(HUF/person)

Over 65 years old
 (HUF/person)

Until 2024.08.26

5,500 HUF

4,400 HUF

4,700 HUF

4,700 HUF

Until 2024.10.21

6,000 HUF

4,800 HUF

5,200 HUF

5,200 HUF

Until 2024.12.04

6,700 HUF

5,400 HUF

5,900 HUF

5,900 HUF

On site (unless booked in advance)

    

You can only run in the Santa suit provided by BSI at the event. You can find the sizing of the Santa suits in the table below:

Size

Pants length

Jacket length

Please enter this size code when registering!

BEARD

ADULT LARGE (L-XL-XXL)

110cm

82 cm

1

Comes with a beard

ADULT SMALL (SM)

88 cm

70cm

2

No beard included

CHILD

79 cm

54 cm

3

No beard included

Online registration:

  • December 3, 2025, midnight.


Nomination in person:

If the entry limit is not reached sooner. On site on December 7th at the competition center:

  • for the 11:00 and 11:45 race from 9:00, no later than 15 minutes before the start of the race
  • for the 5 km race from 11:00-12:30 on December 3rd at the competition center

If you are nominating in person, you can pay in the following ways:

  • in BSI, and at BSI competitions:
    • in cash
    • with a bank card
    • With OTP, MKB and K&H SZÉP cards
    • With BSI Gift Certificate

For other nomination-related questions, please contact: nevezes@futanet.hu We are waiting for you at the address.

The list of participants who have already registered, the starting list here you find.

Event organizer: 

BSI Sports Ltd.
1138 Budapest, Vaci Street 152.
www.futanet.hu
nevezes@futanet.hu

Bicycle service during the event: 06-30-911-6338

  • In addition to all its physiological benefits, sports activity can also pose dangers, albeit to a very small extent. 
  • It is important for you to consult a cardiologist or sports medicine doctor before performing at a higher level of performance to assess and evaluate any risk factors you may have and to screen for any possible diseases. Once these are determined, further testing may be necessary if you are placed in a higher cardiovascular risk group. The aim of these is to prevent even life-threatening events.
  • Only participate in a sporting event that involves more than average effort or a more strenuous workout if you have adequate endurance training.
  • If you have upper respiratory tract complaints, an illness accompanied by vomiting and/or diarrhea, a fever, or are injured, do not participate in the event or the upcoming training sessions until you have recovered.

If you are unsure about the right time to start again, consult your GP/sports doctor/orthopedic doctor/cardiologist.

  • If you experience any unusual symptoms (e.g. dizziness, fainting, unreasonably fast heartbeat, irregular heartbeat, choking, chest pain, chest tightness) while exercising, stop and seek help if necessary!
  • The above does not depend on the length of the sports activity, what constitutes serious performance is unique to each person. Be responsible for yourself, exercise smartly!

YOU CAN ONLY START THE COMPETITION IN A SANTA CLAUS COSTUME PROVIDED BY BSI, ALONG WITH YOUR STARTING NUMBER!!

* Due to the specifics of the race (cobblestone, narrow sections, crowding) and for the safety of the participants, we do not recommend runners with strollers to participate!

  • Please wear your race number on the front, make sure it is always clearly visible and do not fold it! Make sure your race number is attached correctly, you will find safety pins in your race pack and at the registration desks.
  • All prepared runners and wheelchair users who accept the conditions set out in the competition announcement can participate in the race.
  • A competitor may be disqualified if he/she does not complete the entire distance of the competition - as determined by the organizers - or if he/she fills out the entry form inaccurately or incompletely with inaccurate data.
  • Roller skating, cycling, running without a race number, and running with a dog are prohibited in the race. Runners who start with a cyclist or roller skater may be excluded from the race!
  • We do not undertake any value retention in the competition!
  • Any commercial and advertising activities at the event venue may only be carried out with the prior permission of BSI, in an agreed form and manner.
  • For organizational reasons, BSI reserves the right to limit the number of participants and close registration at any time.
  • BSI reserves the right to change the route, program and time.

information for the day of the event

The timeline here you find.

We will develop it at the Lónyay Street Reformed High School.

  • participation in the competition
  • 1 unique SANTA CLAUS CLOTHES
    • sizing: while supplies last

      Size

      Pants length

      Jacket length

      Please enter this size code when registering!

      BEARD

      ADULT LARGE (L-XL-XXL)

      110cm

      82 cm

      1

      Comes with a beard

      ADULT SMALL (SM)

      88 cm

      70cm

      2

      No beard included

      CHILD

      79 cm

      54 cm

      3

      No beard included

  • chip net timing for the 5 km distance
  • online results list
  • online downloadable certificate
  • a finisher's medal for those who successfully reach the finish line
  • starter pack
  • update
  • medical service
  • closed and secured route
  • other programs related to the competition
  • 21,26% VAT

Previously in BSI:

  • December 2-3, 9:00-17:00

Those who register on December 3rd can only pick up their start numbers on site, at the competition center!

On site at the competition center:

  • On site on December 7th at the competition center:

    • for the 1 km and 2.3 km races from 9 am, no later than 15 minutes before the start of the race
    • for the 5 km race from 11:00 to 12:30

Timing will only be done for the 5 km distance!

The timing service provider is AGNI-Timing.

Timing is done with UHF chips attached to the back of the starting number.

Rules for wearing bib numbers:
Timing is done using timing mats (antennas) placed on the ground, which detect the transmitter placed in the starting number from a distance of approximately 2-3 meters. Time stamping is done at the strongest signal (when passing over the mat).

To record successful individual times, please follow these rules:

  • The race number must be worn visibly throughout the race, on the abdomen/chest (a race number belt is permitted).
    • It is forbidden to cover the starting number!
  • The chip on the back of the bib number must not be removed, folded or pierced with a safety pin.
  • Everyone should make sure to wear their own race number during the race.
  • After arriving at your destination, please leave the measurement point as soon as possible.

We will develop it at the Lónyay Street Reformed High School

  • the Competition Center on the ground floor of the building
  • the changing room and cloakroom (in one space) in the gym upstairs

Opening hours: 9:00 – 14:30

In the High School, you can use the restrooms on the 2nd floor, and mobile toilets will be located near the start/finish area.

The entrance to the building is on the Kinizsi Street side, and the exit is through the courtyard, towards Közraktár Street.

  • Please note that the distance between the competition center and the start is approximately 400 meters, so start on time!

For public transport route planning, we recommend BudapestGO Travel planner!
If you arrive by bicycle, we will set up a supervised bicycle storage area in the school yard.

How the start is organised:

  • stage start
    • The 5 km runners will be divided into approximately 3 equal parts. The starts will last 2 minutes, with a 1-minute break between them.

5 km:

  • Fővám Square – Váci Street – Irányi Street – Március 15. Square – Petőfi Square exit – Pesti lower quay – TURNOVER (in front of the Garibaldi Street quayside exit) – Pesti lower quay – Fővám Square

We can accept the first 3200 entries for the event.

The age categories used in the 5 km results list, which are not awarded separately, are as follows:

Date of birth

Age

Men;Women

Born after 2018.12.08.

5 years old and younger

M5;W5

2015.12.09. – 2018.12.08.

6-8 years old

M6;W6

2012.12.09. – 2015.12.08.

9-11 years old

M9;W9

2008.12.09. – 2012.12.08.

12-15 years old

M12;W12

2006.12.09. – 2008.12.08.

16-17 years old

M16;W16

2004.12.09. – 2006.12.08.

18-19 years old

M18;W18

1999.12.09. – 2004.12.08.

20-24 years old

M20;W20

1994.12.09. – 1999.12.08.

25-29 years old

M25;W25

1989.12.09. – 1994.12.08.

30-34 years old

M30;W30

1984.12.09. – 1989.12.08.

35-39 years old

M35;W35

1979.12.09. – 1984.12.08.

40-44 years old

M40;W40

1974.12.09. – 1979.12.08.

45-49 years old

M45;W45

1969.12.09. – 1974.12.08.

50-54 years old

M50;W50

1964.12.09. – 1969.12.08.

55-59 years old

M55;W55

1959.12.09. – 1964.12.08.

60-64 years old

M60;W60

1954.12.09. – 1959.12.08.

65-69 years old

M65;W65

1949.12.09. – 1954.12.08.

70-74 years old

M70;W70

1944.12.09. – 1949.12.08.

75-79 years old

M75;W75

Born before 1944.12.09.

80 years and older

M80;W80

Prizes will be awarded to the 1st-3rd place finishers in each gender in the 5 km distance.

  • The results will be announced based on the order of arrival at the finish line (gross time). The results list on the website (based on net time) may also show a different ranking.

There is no reward for the other runs.

information after arrival

The results are continuously updated after reaching the finish line. in the results list.

Our post-event photo selection is On our Facebook page and the Media library you can find it in the menu.

Summary films and closing videos of the event here you find.

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