Desert Solstice - December 19, 2026
Register Saturday, Dec 19, 2026 @ 8:00 AM
Location: 4612 N 28th St Phoenix, AZ
Registration closes: Mon, Dec 14 @ 11:59 PM MT
Entry Requirements: Runners must meet one of the listed qualifying standards of the race website. The entry fee applies to all runners regardless of qualification time.
Event Details:
- 24 Hours (Miles)
- 100 Miles (Hours)
- 100k (Hours)
- 50 Miles (Hours)
USA 24 Hour Qualifier: The Desert Solstice 24 Hour Run will serve as an ideal qualifier for the USA 24 hour national team to compete in the world 24 hour championship.
Timing: Laps will be recorded by a bib chip timing system and will be submitted for USATF record purposes. Timing will be contained on your bib. Every 4 hours, the direction of travel will change. An electronic display near the start will show laps, distance, and race progress.
Race Course: The race route is a certified 400-meter all-weather track located at Camelback High School in Phoenix, AZ.
Results: Entrants will receive results for their 100-mile split (if they reach that distance) AND the 24-hour. All entrants will be registered for the 24-hour event.
Volunteers: Help is needed for event setup, main aid station, timing, and event breakdown. Volunteer perks include a race shirt or other goody and Aravaipa Race Credits.
