Food trucks
Fancy a quick bite before or after your run? Food trucks with a varied menu are ready for you.
For all Run participants
Runners' Village
The Runners Village
Located in the Plopsaland car park, the Runners Village is your home base during the Plopsa Run. This is where you collect your race bib, drop off your bag, gather in your start pen and catch your breath after the finish with a bite to eat and a drink.
Friday 6 November · bib collection only
18:00–21:00
Athletes’ reception open
Bib collection
Bib collection
Saturday 7 November · Plopsa Run day
9:00
Athletes’ reception open
Bib collection and Bag Drop
Bib collection and Bag Drop
16:00
Full Runners Village open
Food trucks, entertainment and DJ
Food trucks, entertainment and DJ
23:00
Runners Village closes
Time to head home
Time to head home
Everything for runners
The Runners Village has everything you need for a carefree start and a relaxed finish.
Athletes’ Tent
The Athletes’ Tent in the Runners Village has everything you need to get ready for your run.
Athletes’ reception
Collect your race bib on Friday 6 November from 18:00 to 21:00 or on Saturday 7 November from 9:00. Any questions? Our team will be happy to help.
Bag DropFree
Leave your bag at the Bag Drop from 9:00 and enjoy your run without worries. You can collect your bag until 23:30.
Changing areaFree
Need to change before or after your run? You can do so in the changing area.
First aid
Feeling unwell or injured? Our first aid post in the Runners Village is there for you.
Merchandise
Exclusive Plopsa Run merchandise, on sale at the merchandise stand in the Runners Village. While stocks last! View the merchandise
ToiletsFree
Plenty of toilets, right next to the Athletes’ Tent.
Start pens
Right next to the stage. This is where you gather before the start of your run.
Stage
This is where the group warm-up begins, the starting signal sounds and we celebrate the closing moment together.
Plopsaland Plaza
Plopsaland Plaza is the finish area of the Kids Run. For safety reasons, on 7 November the Plaza is only accessible to the people listed alongside. Other runners and supporters do not have access.
Open
17:00 – 23:00
In and out
Unlimited, as long as capacity allows. Follow the instructions of the Plopsa Run Team.
Who can enter?
- Children taking part in the Kids Run · with their race bib
- Parents and companions · with an orange or purple wristband
- Plopsaland Resort guests · with the silver wristband received at check-in
Access wristbands for Kids Run companions
Orange wristbandAccess to the Plaza and running with your child
Purple wristbandAccess to the Plaza only
- How do you get them?You get 1 wristband per Kids Run race bib. Collecting the bibs yourself? Then you choose an orange or purple wristband on site. Having them sent to you? Then an orange wristband is included as standard.
- Need extra?Ask for extra purple wristbands at the Plopsaland Belgium reception and show your booking. While stocks last.
- Runners VillageYou don’t need a wristband for the Runners Village.
Food & drink
After all those kilometres, you’ve more than earned it. Choose how you refuel: quick and tasty in the Runners Village, or relaxed at the table.
Water point
Near the Athletes’ Tent, you’ll find a BRITA water tap where you can fill your water bottle for free. No cups are provided, so be sure to bring your own water bottle.
Piratengrill
Fancy a grilled dish before your run? On 7 November, the Piratengrill is open by reservation only.
For everyone with a reservation
Mr. Spaghetti
Classics that always hit the spot after a run: a steaming plate of spaghetti, vol-au-vent and other traditional dishes.
Frequently asked questions
Athletes’ Tent & Bag Drop
How late is the Bag Drop open?
The Bag Drop is free. You can collect your bag there until 23:30. Forgot to collect your bag? Please contact us at [email protected].
Is there a changing area?
Yes, there’s a free changing area in the Athletes’ Tent in the Runners Village. Don’t leave any personal belongings there – that’s what the Bag Drop is for. There are no showers.
Are there toilets?
Yes, there are plenty of free toilets for everyone.
Refreshments & water
Where are the refreshments?
Near the Athletes’ Tent, there’s a BRITA water tap where you can fill your water bottle. At the finish, every participant receives a drink and a snack.
Can I get water without my own bottle or cup?
No cups are provided on site, so it’s best to bring your own water bottle.
Food & drink
Can I buy food or drink?
Yes, from a quick bite at the food trucks to a full meal. View all food options.
Can supporters also eat in the Runners Village?
We kindly ask you not to bring supporters to the Plopsa Run. That way, we keep the Runners Village pleasant for all runners.
Can I book at the Piratengrill if I’m not a resort guest? Until when?
On 7 November, the Piratengrill is open from 16:00, by reservation only. The last sitting starts at 18:00; the restaurant closes at 18:45.
How late is Mr. Spaghetti open?
Mr. Spaghetti is open from 17:00 to 21:00.
Plopsaland Plaza & wristbands
How do I get access to Plopsaland Plaza as a parent or companion?
When collecting one or more Kids Run race bibs, you choose an orange or purple wristband for each bib. With an orange wristband, you can run with your child and you have access to Plopsaland Plaza. A purple wristband gives access to Plopsaland Plaza only. Had the bibs sent to you? Then you receive 1 orange wristband as standard with each Kids Run ticket.
What is the wristband for parents and companions for, and how many do I get?
With an orange wristband, you can run with your child and you have access to Plopsaland Plaza. A purple wristband gives access to Plopsaland Plaza only. You get 1 wristband per Kids Run race bib. You don’t need a wristband for the Runners Village.
When is Plopsaland Plaza open?
From 17:00 to 23:00. During that time, Kids Run participants with their race bib, their parents or companions with an orange or purple wristband and Plopsaland Resort guests with a silver wristband have access to Plopsaland Plaza.
Does my Plopsa annual pass give me access to Plopsaland Plaza?
Unfortunately not. Plopsaland Plaza is the finish area of the Kids Run. To guarantee the children’s safety, capacity is limited that evening. That’s why only children with a Kids Run race bib, their companions with an orange or purple wristband and resort guests with a silver wristband have access. Thank you for your understanding!
Can I get extra wristbands for access to Plopsaland Plaza?
If needed, you can get one or more purple wristbands (access to Plopsaland Plaza) at the Plopsaland Belgium reception, provided you show with your booking that you are accompanying a Kids Run participant. While stocks last.
Can I go in and out of Plopsaland Plaza as a parent or companion?
Yes. With an orange or purple wristband, you can walk in and out of Plopsaland Plaza as often as you like from 17:00 to 23:00, as long as capacity allows. Please follow the instructions of the Plopsa Run Team on site.
Any questions?
You’ll find all the answers in the frequently asked questions. Still have a question? Our customer service team will be happy to help.
