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Sunday, February 28th, 2027
8866 W. Thunderbird Road, Peoria AZ
Half · 5K · 10K
48–72°F · low rain risk
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About this race
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
- Date: February 28, 2027
- Location: 8866 W. Thunderbird Road, Peoria, AZ
- Registration: Register Here
- Course Maps:
Mail-in Registration
To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form! Please make checks payable to StartLine Racing.
Virtual Run Details
- Participation: If you can't join us on race day and still want to run and get the medal and the shirt, you can participate virtually!
- Shipping: All prices include shipping!
- Email Instructions: Prior to the event, all virtual participants will receive an email with instructions on how to submit your time.
- Restrictions: Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. For participants outside the US, please contact StartLine Racing at [email protected].
What You Get!
- Medal: Custom Event Finisher's Medal for all participants
- T-Shirt: Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt with options for short sleeve, compression arm sleeves, or compression socks
- Awards: Male and Female Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups (Race Day Participants only)
- Food: Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc)
Water Station and Course Support Information
- Water Stations: Located at specific miles for Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K
- GU Gels: Available at miles 7.3 and 9.6 for half marathon participants
- Restrooms: Located at various points along the courses
- Cut-off Time: The cut-off time for the Half Marathon will be 4 hours.
Race Day Information
- Stroller Friendly: Strollers and Walkers MUST start at the back of the pack.
- Pet Friendly: Leashed pets are allowed
- Bag Check: No bag check due to common start/finish line
- Course: The course includes dedicated running trails and ends at Rio Vista Park.
Packet Pick-Up Opportunities
Packet Pick-up is available on Saturday, February 27th from 2-5pm at Road Runner Sports in N. Phoenix.
- Location: Road Runner Sports 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
- 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 8:00 AM - 5K Begins
- Sun, February 28, 2027 9:00 AM - Awards Ceremony Begins (approx.)
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