New Balance Zolder Breakfast Run

January 11, 2026

Starting the new year with a bang (or a breakfast)!

Results.

What?

Start 2027 at full speed with the New Balance Zolder Breakfast Run!
On Sunday, January 11, we will take over the legendary Circuit Zolder. But expect more than just asphalt. The course combines the fast race track with surprising off-road sections, for a varied and accessible morning run.

And after that energetic start? Treat yourself to a delicious breakfast. Enjoy a pleasant chat, recharge your batteries, and start your day (and year!) feeling good.

The New Balance Zolder Breakfast Run is not just any running event—it's your perfect first event of 2026. Starting the new year with a bang (or a breakfast!)

Details.

When?

January 11, 2026

Hour

7:30 a.m. Welcome
9:00 a.m. Start 15K
9:45 a.m. Start 10K
10:15 a.m. Start 5K

Where?

Zolder Circuit

Terlaemen 30, 3550 Heusden-Zolder

How far?

5K - 10K - 15K

Price?

Prices vary depending on the date of purchase. See below for more information.

Registration is open until?

January 10, 2026

What do I get for this?

Breakfast (vegetarian option available)
Storage space for personal belongings
Refreshments (cupless!)
Medal
Signposted route in a unique location
Electronic timekeeping
Podium prizes
Coffee corner throughout the event
New Balance test & try zone
Sports accident insurance

Terms and Conditions?

Read them here

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Course

Variety is the name of the game during the New Balance Zolder Breakfast Run.
You start at the iconic Zolder race track, but that's just the beginning. Soon you'll be diving into nature, climbing the Sacramentsberg, crossing the pit lane, running alongside and through the stands, and crossing the circuit via bridges.

Asphalt, unpaved roads, elevation changes, and surprising passages: this course has it all. One thing is certain: you won't be bored for a second! Whether you're going for the 5, 10, or 15 kilometers, a real podium ceremony awaits the fastest runners at the end.

Thanks to the smooth asphalt strips on the race track, you have plenty of room to pick up speed. Accelerate where you can, give it your all, and race your way to victory.

Elevation gain: approx. 70 m

Program

7:30 a.m.: opening reception

7:30 a.m.: coffee corners open

9:00 a.m.: start of the 15K

9:45 a.m.: start of the 10K

10:15 a.m.: start of the 5K

10:00 a.m.: opening of breakfast area + opening of breakfast for visitors

10:50 a.m.: podium ceremony for all distances

Practical information

Same-day registration: possible at the event itself if tickets are still available.

Ordering extra breakfast: Ordering extra breakfast is no longer possible.

The start and finish are located at Circuit Zolder (Terlaemen 30, 3550 Heusden-Zolder). View the event site here.

Cup-free event: We no longer use pre-filled plastic cups at the refreshment stations. So be sure to bring your own reusable cup. Don't have a reusable cup (yet)? You can purchase one on site for EUR 3.

Pick up bib number

Sunday, January 11, starting at 7:30 a.m. at the event

New Balance podium prizes:

The top 3 men and top 3 women per distance will receive flowers and a voucher from New Balance! Worth:

🥇 1st prize: 150 euros
🥈 2nd prize: 100 euros
🥉 3rd prize: 50 euros

Podium ceremony for all distances: 10:55 a.m.

Luggage: There is a secure cloakroom for your belongings.

Changing rooms and showers: Changing rooms and showers are not accessible. To avoid long queues, we are providing extra toilets in the breakfast area.

Parking: Parking is available at the Paddock itself. Drive under the circuit entrance, turn left, and follow the road to the end. Follow the instructions of the parking attendants.

During breakfast: It can be chilly in the pits. We do our best to heat them, but warm, dry clothing for after the run is recommended!

Sports insurance

Read here

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Participation fee

The prices for the different distances include breakfast. Would you like to reserve an extra breakfast for your supporters? This is possible for €10 per breakfast.

With personalized bib number: until 12/30/2025

Without personalized bib number: until January 10, 8:00 p.m.

Same-day registration: January 11 at the event – while supplies last

Breakfast, baby!

You can choose to your heart's content from delicious fresh products of the highest quality—exactly what you would expect from Spar stores in Bolderberg and Tessenderlo-Hulst!

Breakfast includes fresh rolls with fillings, fruit juice, Vitamin Well water, a piece of fresh fruit, a tasty treat from Alpro, a coffee cake, a croissant, and more. Let yourself be surprised by our extensive breakfast buffet! We are ready to satisfy your hungry stomach.

No time to stay and chat? No problem, you can also take your breakfast with you on your way home. Extra kudos if you bring your own reusable box, so we can work together to reduce waste.

During breakfast, a barista from Tony's Coffee will be on hand to whip up the most delicious coffees for you. So, need more caffeine? You can pay at the coffee bar. There will also be percolators with coffee and tea available throughout the day for all participants and supporters. We understand that it's early for everyone!

Extra breakfast for supporters who are not running? Reserve here! ZBR Extra Breakfast – Keep on Running

Breakfast for your supporters?

Want to enjoy breakfast with your supporters after the run? For an extra €10, you can reserve an extra breakfast via this link: ZBR Extra Breakfast – Keep on Running

New Balance test shoes

Due to its huge success, New Balance is back with an even bigger Test & Try zone!

You can visit the New Balance Test & Try Zone throughout the event. Try out the shoes at a time that suits you best: before, during, or after your race.

Are they comfortable? At the finish line of the New Balance Zolder Breakfast Run, you will receive a discount voucher for Runners' Lab.

You will be able to choose between different models: 880 / 860 / Rebel / Hierro / SC Elite / SC Trainer

There are limited quantities per size, so first come, first served.

Cup-free event

Wenolongerusepre-filled plastic cups atthe supply stations.Sobe sureto bring yourown reusablecup.

Don't have a reusable cup (yet)? You can purchase one on site for €3.
You can purchase a soft flask from us for €12.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are you unable to attend this event at the last minute? Find out what you can do below:

Up to 21 days before the event, you will receive a 75% refund of the registration fee. You can cancel your ticket yourself via your Keep on Running profile.

Less than 21 days until the event? Keep on Running does not currently offer a resale platform. Look for a buyer/seller among your friends and acquaintances or take a look at our community on Facebook.

View here how to easily transfer your ticket. Or read the step-by-step plan here 

Please note! With options A & B, you choose to transfer the ticket for FREE and the buyer will not receive a payment link. If you want the buyer to purchase the ticket, choose option C.

Can my dog join me during the New Balance Zolder Breakfast Run? Dogs are allowed to run on a leash. However, the dog must be accustomed to running in a group. Dogs are not allowed in the breakfast area.

Is there a vegetarian option for breakfast? Yes! This year, you can choose between a vegetarian or regular breakfast. There is no vegan option this year!

What about allergies? Special needs and allergies can be checked in advance at luna@keeponrunning.be so we can verify whether we can provide an alternative. Gluten-free is definitely possible. Please also mention this by email.

Do I need trail shoes? The course includes both unpaved and paved sections. The 10 km and 15 km courses may be muddy in some places, so trail shoes are recommended.

Group registration

Fancy a fun team-building exercise with your colleagues, or would you like to encourage each other as a former management team to achieve a new running goal together? Then sign up via this link as a group.

The team captain registers the group via the link above. After that, all team members can register using the regular registration form.

View the step-by-step plan for group registrationshere. Prefer a video? View the instructions for team captainshere.

Some tips for the team captain:

First, create an account at www.keeponrunning.be by clicking on the Login button at the top right.

The website works best in Google Chrome.

Complete the steps and confirm your account via the link in the email (often ends up in spam).
Only then should you go to thelinkto create your group.
Choose a word as your group code.
Fill in all your details and register in a team.

Payment must be made before the start of the event via the team captain's profile.

If you have any questions: events@keeponrunning.be

Why register as a group?

Your group name on all bib numbers.

Extra recognizable in photos and in the results afterwards.

All bib numbers are ready and waiting at reception, so only one person needs to come and collect them.
Group registration possible on invoice.

BLACKROLL® X Keep on Running

BLACKROLL® is the exclusive recovery partner of all Keep on Running events throughout the year. Whether you're doing a fast street run or tackling a long trail, the BLACKROLL® Compression Boots will be waiting for you at the finish line. Recovery is just at the finish line.

You can literally slide into recovery and count on professional advice from experienced BLACKROLL® coaches. They not only help you recover faster, but also guide you with tips on how to train smarter and more focused towards your next goal.

As a participant, you have the chance to win a pair of BLACKROLL® Compression Boots every quarter.

But BLACKROLL® is more than just recovery. As a Healthstyle Company, we offer a wide range of innovative products that support you in living a pain-free, healthy, and productive life. Tools you can use right away: for muscle relaxation during and after exercise, an effective warm-up, targeted training, better posture, and even a deeper night's sleep.

👉 BLACKROLL® – official and exclusive recovery partner of Keep on Running.

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