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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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On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
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
🎉🍾🥂Come ring in the New Year surrounded by laughter, good company, and the best long ears around! Join us for a fun, festive trail run that celebrates friendship, fresh starts, and the undeniable charm of our favorite burros!
🫏 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. New to burro running? Come experience the joy—it’s impossible not to smile when you’re trotting beside these amazing animals!
🎽 Each participant (solo or team) will receive a New Year Burro Bash race bib, swag bag, and—if you sign up before December 10, 2025—a limited-edition race shirt to show off your jackass pride!
✨ 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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