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Challenge Airport Run

Vojenská letecká základňa v Prešove, Prešov, Slovakia

October 18, 2026
Presov Region
Cestný beh
10 km
5 km
Date:
October 18, 2026
Distances:
10 km, 5 km
Surface:
Cestný beh
Location:
Vojenská letecká základňa v Prešove, Prešov, Slovakia

Race description

Challenge Airport Run is a unique running experience at the Military Air Base in Prešov, combining sport with the atmosphere of military training. Runners can choose between a 5 km and a 10 km course, with each participant carrying a symbolic load-bearing backpack, emphasizing courage and endurance. The event offers an unparalleled atmosphere among helicopters and military equipment, which is rarely accessible to the public. Besides athletic performance, it is also a tribute to discipline and strength, with a rich accompanying program and original start packages.

Highlights

  • The course runs through the premises of the Military Air Base in Prešov
  • Runners carry a load-bearing backpack symbolizing tradition and endurance
  • Atmosphere among helicopters and military equipment with an army style

Additional information

Start number with chip, medal in the shape of a dog tag, T-shirts with military design, accompanying program with raffle, possibility of children's races, hydration provided, start packages in army style. The event includes asphalt and panel roads, categories with military equipment, start from 9:00 to 9:15, participants can join with military gear or as civilian runners.

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