In 125 days · Sat, Jan 16, 2027
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When
Saturday, January 16th, 2027
Where
34475 Scenic Loop Road, Wickenburg AZ
Distances
5K · 10K
Typical weather
41–61°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
45–74°F
dry
2025
33–66°F
dry
2024
35–61°F
dry
2023
46–54°F
rain
2022
39–67°F
dry
2021
54–76°F
dry
2020
41–65°F
dry
2019
49–54°F
rain
2018
45–67°F
dry
2017
45–57°F
dry
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About this race
New Year Burro Bash
Date and Location
- Date: January 16, 2027
- Location: 34475 Scenic Loop Road, Wickenburg, AZ
- Event URL: New Year Burro Bash
Event Description
- Celebrate: Come ring in the New Year surrounded by laughter, good company, and the best long ears around!
- Participation: 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.
- Experience: New to burro running? Come experience the joy—it’s impossible not to smile when you’re trotting beside these amazing animals!
- Incentives: 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!
Join Us
- Spots Fill Fast: Grab your running shoes (and maybe a carrot or two) and start your New Year with some long-eared fun!
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Live prices near the start line, Jan 15 – 17, 2027.
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