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Saturday, January 16th, 2027
34475 Scenic Loop Road, Wickenburg AZ
5K · 10K
40–61°F · low rain risk
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2026
38–74°F
dry
2025
36–67°F
dry
2024
30–61°F
dry
2023
44–49°F
rain
2022
35–68°F
dry
2021
46–75°F
dry
2020
45–62°F
dry
2019
46–59°F
dry
2018
49–66°F
dry
2017
44–55°F
dry
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About this race
New Year's Burro Bash
Date: January 16, 2027
Location: 34475 Scenic Loop Road, Wickenburg, AZ
URL: New Year Burro Bash Registration
Event Overview
- Celebration: Come ring in the New Year surrounded by laughter, good company, and the best long ears around!
- Trail Run: Join us for a fun, festive trail run that celebrates friendship, fresh starts, and the undeniable charm of our favorite burros!
- Open to All: Don’t have a donkey? No problem! Whether you’re running solo or teaming up with a long-eared partner, everyone’s welcome to join the adventure.
- First-time Burro Running: New to burro running? Come experience the joy—it’s impossible not to smile when you’re trotting beside these amazing animals!
Participant Perks
- Race Bib: Each participant (solo or team) will receive a New Year Burro Bash race bib.
- Swag Bag: Participants will also receive a swag bag filled with goodies.
- Limited Edition Shirt: If you sign up before December 10, 2025, you’ll receive a limited-edition race shirt to show off your jackass pride!
- Hurry: Spots fill fast, so grab your running shoes (and maybe a carrot or two) and start your New Year with some long-eared fun!
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