The Frost Half Marathon and Running Festival (Zúzmara Félmaraton és Futófesztivál) kicks off 2026’s race calendar with its 10th edition on Sunday, January 18, starting from the Budakalász Sports Hall (Budakalászi Sportcsarnok, 2011 Budakalász, Omszk Park 1). Runners can choose a half marathon, a 10-kilometer course, or a combined distance that stitches the two together, tracing wintry loops around Omsk Lake (Omszki-tó) and sweeping toward the Megyeri Bridge (Megyeri híd). Snow, chill, and bragging rights very much included.
Courses and vibe
Expect a crisp, scenic route along frosted riverside paths and lakeside stretches, with the Megyeri Bridge adding a skyline moment. The festival atmosphere leans more mittens-and-grit than medals-and-mimosas—built for runners who thrive when the thermometer doesn’t. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just want to feel your eyelashes freeze, it delivers a legit challenge.
Why it matters
Beyond the milestone birthday, Frost is the perfect winter tune-up for spring races. The cold tests pacing, gear, and mindset—meaning if you can run here, you can run anywhere. Cover photo: Frost Half Marathon and Running Festival (Zúzmara Félmaraton és Futófesztivál)
