2027 Arizona Half Marathon - 10K - 5K

Join us for the 6th annual ARIZONA HALF MARATHON! It's Better in the Desert! This event will feature a half marathon, 10K and 5K distances at Rio Vista Park in Peoria, Arizona.

Event Details and Schedule

Half Marathon Course Map

10K Course Map

5K Course Map

Mail-in Registration Form
To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form! Please make checks payable to StartLine Racing.

Virtual Run Details

If you can't join us on race day and still want to run, get the medal and the shirt then you still can! This is your way to take part in this event no matter where you are! All prices include shipping! Prior to the event all virtual participants will receive an email with instructions on how to submit your time. Please note that all items will be shipped following the event on February 28th. Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. If you reside outside of the US and wish to participate please contact StartLine Racing at [email protected].

What You Get!

• Custom Event Finisher's Medal for all participants
• Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt for all participants. Choice of short sleeve, or tank or option to select a pair of compression arm sleeves
• Male and Female Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups in the half marathon, 10K, and 5K (Race Day Participants only).
• Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc)
• Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google)

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Water Station and Course Support Information

Water stations will be located at: Half Marathon: Miles 1.5, 3.1, 4.6, 6.15, 7.3, 8.45 (turnaround), 9.6, 10.7, and 12.25. 10K: Miles .78, 2.25, 3.8 (turnaround), and 5.35. 5K: Miles .78 and 2.25 (turnaround). GU Gels will be available at miles 7.3 and 9.6 for the half marathon participants.

Restrooms will be located on the course at: Half Marathon: Miles 4.4, 7.3, 9.6, and 12.5. 10K: Miles 2.1 and 5.5.

The cut-off time for the Half Marathon will be 4 hours.

Race Day Information

Stroller friendly event. Strollers and Walkers MUST start at the back of the pack. Leashed pet friendly event. Due to the common start/finish line, there is no bag check for this event. The course will take you through dedicated running trails (all asphalt and concrete) of the New River Trail System, starting and ending at Rio Vista Park in Peoria - meaning no need for transportation before or after the race just to get back to your car! Please note - this is an open use trail system and does not close for our event. This event will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds or transfers due to weather.

Packet Pick-Up Opportunities

Packet Pick-up is available on Saturday, February 27th from 2-5pm at Road Runner Sports in N. Phoenix. Road Runner Sports is located at 7077 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85054 (map). On race day starting at 6:30am at Rio Vista Park (race site).

Event Schedule

• Sat, February 27, 2027: 2:00 PM - Packet Pick-up at Road Runner Sports from 2-5pm
• Sun, February 28, 2027: 6:30 AM - Race Day Packet Pick-up and Registration Opens
• Sun, February 28, 2027: 7:30 AM - Half Marathon Begins
• Sun, February 28, 2027: 7:50 AM - 10K Begins
• Sun, February 28, 2027: 7:55 AM - Race day packet pickup and registration closes
• Sun, February 28, 2027: 8:00 AM - 5K Begins
• Sun, February 28, 2027: 9:00 AM - Awards Ceremony Begins (approx.)