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When
Friday, September 25th, 2026
Where
6910 E Williams Field Rd, Mesa AZ
Distance
5K
Typical weather
70–96°F · low rain risk
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2025
83–103°F
dry
2024
70–109°F
dry
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64–102°F
dry
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73–104°F
dry
2021
71–93°F
dry
2020
72–104°F
dry
2019
66–86°F
dry
2018
75–96°F
dry
2017
55–88°F
dry
2016
66–95°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Are you ready to lace up your shoes and show off your talent? Come join us for the 16th annual Nike Desert Twilight Community Race! Be a part of Arizona's largest and most unique cross country meet!
Race Details
- Date: 2026-09-25
- Location: 6910 E Williams Field Rd, Mesa, AZ
- Event: Community night 5k lined with lights
- Registration: The first 175 to register will receive a Desert Twilight Community Race T-shirt.
Awards
- Winners: Awards will be given to the overall winners.
- Age Groups: Awards for the top 3 in each age group.
Course Information
- Terrain: The running course will be partly grass, dirt and cart path.
- Inspection: The running course will open at 3:30 p.m. for inspection and warm-ups.
- Safety: For your safety, we ask that all fans, coaches and athletes remain OFF THE COURSE.
- Timing: Course access will be restricted until 3:30 p.m. to allow proper setup for competition.
Additional Information
Registration Link
Course map
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