In 38 days · Sat, Aug 8, 2026
When
Saturday, August 8th, 2026
Where
Actual Course - Thorpe Park Flagstaff, Flagstaff AZ
Distances
Half · 5K
About this race
Event Overview
On August 8th, join Flagstaff's oldest race, and the 2nd oldest half marathon in Arizona sponsored by Kinney Construction Services! This year we are hosting our 49th annual race on our challenging and breathtakingly beautiful course.
- Medal: All half marathon participants will get a commemorative finisher's medal similar to last year's popular design.
- Shirt: Both 5k or half participants will receive a $34 Sweatvac Hi-Tech colorful long-sleeved shirt.
- Photos: Free digital race photos for all participants.
- Pre-Race Party: Admission to the FREE August 7th Fratelli's pre-race pizza party located in their Party Room directly behind their 4th Street restaurant (2120 N Fourth Street).
Event Details
The Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flagstaff Half Marathon and 5K are walker-friendly events!
- Start Time: There is a 6 AM start for those taking their time on our beautiful but challenging half-marathon course.
- Medal Eligibility: Participants will receive a chip time and finisher's medal, but will not be eligible for age division awards.
- Pets: We do not allow dogs on the course during the race for many reasons.
Course Information
Our beautiful course starts at Thorpe Park and climbs the steep urban trail onto Observatory Mesa (where astronomers discovered Pluto) and follows dirt roads with spectacular views of the San Francisco Peaks.
- Elevation: Elevations range between 6957 ft at the start to 7731 ft near the 7.5 mile mark!
- Pacing: Most of the climbing is done over the first 1.25 miles, so pace yourself.
- Advice: If you are from lower elevations, heed the race director's advice and power walk! You will easily make up the time over the rest of the course!
- 5K Course: The 5K is also on Observatory Mesa.
Fundraising and Packages
New for this year, we are also hosting a split the pot fundraiser, see details below!
The race is also part of the 22nd annual Flagstaff Running Series value package of five of Flagstaff's most iconic foot races.
- Value Package: You can save big on the Series package of races by registering for one-stop shopping before June 14th at Flagstaff Running Series.
Partner Race
- Date: OCTOBER 10th works in conjunction with the SOULSTICE MOUNTAIN TRAIL RUN 30K/18K/10K.
Course map
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