2027 Arizona Half Marathon - 10K - 5K

2027 Arizona Half Marathon - 10K - 5K

Join us for the 6th annual Arizona Half Marathon! It's Better in the Desert!

Event Overview

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
• Course Maps:
  • Half Marathon Course Map
  • 10K Course Map
  • 5K Course Map
• 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 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.)

Registration

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

What You Get

• Finisher's Medal: Custom Event Finisher's Medal for all participants
• Event T-Shirt: Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt for all participants
• Awards: Male and Female Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups (Race Day Participants only)
• Post-Race Refreshments: Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch"

Water Station and Course Support

Water stations will be located at strategic points along the course:

• Half Marathon: Miles 1.5, 3.1, 4.6, 6.15, 7.3, 8.45, 9.6, 10.7, and 12.25
• 10K: Miles 0.78, 2.25, 3.8, and 5.35
• 5K: Miles 0.78 and 2.25

GU Gels will be available at miles 7.3 and 9.6 for the half marathon participants.

Race Day Information

• Stroller Friendly: Strollers and Walkers MUST start at the back of the pack.
• Pet Friendly: Leashed pets are welcome.
• Bag Check: There is no bag check due to the common start/finish line.
• Course: The course will take you through dedicated running trails of the New River Trail System.

Packet Pick-Up Opportunities

• Date: Saturday, February 27th from 2-5pm at Road Runner Sports
• Location: Road Runner Sports, 7077 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85054
• Race Day: Packet pick-up starting at 6:30am at Rio Vista Park

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 can still participate virtually! All virtual registrations include shipping and 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.

For More Information

Visit the official race page at Arizona Half Marathon.