With a focus on children and the enduring slogan “We Run for Our Children,” the 11th ALFAMEGA RUN AS ONE, the established charity road race organized by ALFAMEGA Hypermarkets, concluded with great success on Sunday, October 18, 2026. This year’s event set a new participation record, bringing together thousands of runners of all ages from Cyprus and abroad, as well as families and sports enthusiasts. The parking lot of the ALFAMEGA Hypermarket in Engomi, in Nicosia, was transformed into a gathering place for young and old alike, centered around sports, entertainment, and community service.
For the 11th year, the ALFAMEGA RUN AS ONE reaffirmed its status as a unique sporting institution, combining sports, entertainment, and social awareness, while also promoting a balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
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A consistent goal of the event is to prevent and combat childhood obesity, with an emphasis on regular exercise and a balanced diet. All proceeds from the race support ALFAMEGA Hypermarkets’ Corporate Social Responsibility program “Child, Nutrition & Health,” which is implemented in strategic partnership with the Cyprus Association of Dietitians and Nutritionists. Through the program, children ages 9 to 12 receive a free, personalized nutrition plan from registered members of the Association.
This year’s race schedule included the 21-kilometer half-marathon, the 10-kilometer individual race, the 5-kilometer corporate and individual races, as well as the 1K FUN RUN for parents and children. In the 1K FUN RUN, children up to 12 years old participated for free, with the support of the Charalambidis Kristi dairy company. The 5-kilometer wheelchair race also held a special place, taking place for the second consecutive year, highlighting the importance of equal participation in sports and sending a powerful message of inclusion and accessibility.
This year, ALPHAMEGA RUN AS ONE was once again more than just a road race. The large, FREE FUN PARK set up on the grounds offered a unique experience full of games, action, and surprises for young and old alike. Through skill-based games and amusement park-style activities, children tested their abilities, worked together, and competed, while adults enjoyed moments of joy and relaxation. Admission and participation in all activities were free. The FUN PARK perfectly complemented the race program, reaffirming that the ALFAMEGA RUN AS ONE is a celebration for the whole family.
The event featured the popular chef and ALPHAMEGA Hypermarkets Brand Ambassador, Christina Christofi, who treated attendees to healthy puddings made from her own recipe and shared the recipe with the audience.
Also present was Marina Theodorou, the founder of the “I Cycle for One Euro” initiative, along with her cycling team, which has long supported the “Child, Nutrition & Health” program.
The event was honored by the presence of local government representatives, sponsors, and supporters, thousands of runners of all ages, as well as numerous volunteers and partners of ALFAMEGA Hypermarkets. Everyone contributed to a special celebration under the common slogan: “We Run for Our Children.”
Mr. Sotiris Mavros, as Technical Director, while the event was hosted by the beloved presenters Christiana Aristotelous and Louis Patsalidis. Ms. Natasa Konstantinidou, Director of Communications and Corporate Social Responsibility at ALFAMEGA Hypermarkets, oversaw the successful event.
ALFAMEGA RUN AS ONE 2026 was held with the support of major sponsors Deloitte, Eurobank, and Primetel. The 1K FUN RUN was organized with the support of the Charalambidis Kristi dairy company. Sponsors of the event included Qualifood, Foody, Holland & Barrett, Universal Life, Nextech, NCR Voyix, Bean Bar, RCVRY Electrolyte Drinks, Kykkos Natural Mineral Water, POWER ADE, ACS, Landas Colour, and PERWOLL SPORT.
Supporters of this year’s race included the law firm Papadopoulos, Lycourgos & Co. LLC, Estrella 0%, and Agros Juice. The event’s media sponsor was the radio station Mix FM. The event was also held with the support of the Cyprus Association of Dietitians and Nutritionists.
The 12th ALPHAMEGA RUN AS ONE race is set to return in 2027, with the goal of attracting even more participants and creating new, unforgettable experiences for everyone.
