Breda Run Fest: A Weekend of Running and Community Spirit The first weekend of October marks the annual Breda Run Fest, hosted at Atletiekvereniging SPRINT's track in collaboration with Run2Day Breda. This event welcomes runners from all over the region, catering to everyone from young children participating in the Kids-run and Teen-run events to masters athletes and top-level competitors. On Saturday, October 3rd, the festivities kick off at 11:00 AM with a variety of runs designed for different age groups and abilities. The schedule includes the Hof Kids-run (2-8 years), Teen-run (8-12 years), Youngsters-run (10-18 years), Specials, Wheelers, and Frame-runners events. At 13:20 PM, runners can take part in heats of the BRF-run over 5000 meters, with different target times to choose from depending on skill level. For those looking for a more professional challenge, there's also the Business run at 5:00 PM, featuring another set of 5000-meter heats tailored specifically for business professionals. Each heat is designed around specific time goals to ensure that runners are grouped with others who have similar pace and ambition. On Sunday, October 4th, events continue from 9:00 AM onwards, offering additional opportunities to participate in the BRF-run over 5000 meters with heats across various target times. The highlight of the day is at 13:15 PM when top athletes compete in the Run2Day Top-heat for both national and regional champions on the 5000-meter course. Every participant receives a unique finisher's medal upon completion, celebrating their achievement as part of this community-driven event. The Breda Run Fest also counts towards earning the prestigious Bredaille award, adding an extra layer of motivation for runners aiming to collect accolades and rewards throughout the season. Runners are encouraged to choose heats based on their expected finish times when registering online, ensuring a supportive environment where athletes can push themselves alongside peers who share similar goals. This approach not only enhances competition but also fosters camaraderie among participants from diverse backgrounds and skill levels. For more detailed information about the event schedule, registration procedures, and specific rules, interested runners are advised to visit the official websites of Run2Day Breda and Atletiekvereniging SPRINT. These resources provide comprehensive guidance on how to participate in this exciting weekend celebration of running and community spirit. Join us for an unforgettable experience at the Breda Run Fest – where every stride brings you closer not just to personal bests but also to a vibrant network of like-minded athletes celebrating their love for the sport.
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Breda.
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9.9° / 15.8°
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6.9° / 13.2°
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Avg sunshine hours
5h 29m
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Avg rainfall
3.4 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
14.3 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
terrain
Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
sunny
Max UV Index
Low (2.8)
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Humidity
83.9%
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Sunrise
08:06
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Sunset
18:45
About Breda
Learn more about the host city, Breda.
Breda is a city and municipality in the southern part of the Netherlands, located in the province of North Brabant. The name derived from brede Aa and refers to the confluence of the rivers Mark and Aa. Breda has
185,072 inhabitants on 13 September 2022 and is part of the Brabantse Stedenrij; it is the tenth largest city/municipality in the country, and the third largest in North Brabant after Eindhoven and Tilburg. It is equidistant from Rotterdam and Antwerp.
