XTERRA Estrella

Estrella Mt Regional Park 14805 W Vineyard Ave, Goodyear, AZ, United States

Join us and cooler weather for XTERRA Estrella Mountain Trail Run, the third race in Arizona’s XTERRA Trail Run Series. Consisting almost entirely of single track, the 12k and 15 mile courses will challenge beginner and experienced trail runners alike. The 5k is perfect for those new to trail running and the 42k will bring joy to those who just can’t stop.

XTERRA White Tanks

White Tanks Regional Park 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd, Waddell, AZ, United States

Race number four in the Arizona XTERRA Trail Run Series takes place at White Tank Mountain Regional Park on Saturday, January 8, 2022. This nearly 30,000 acre park is made up of the rugged and beautiful White Tank Mountains, named for depressions cut into white granite. Our clearly-marked trails and enthusiastic on-course volunteers will have you feeling loved and supported!

Feathers & Flapjacks 5k

Fountain Hills High School 16100 E. Palisades Blvd, Fountain Hills, AZ, United States

Birds of a feather, run together! This year, the Fountain Hills PTO will be hosting their first annual Feathers & Flapjacks 5K & Fun Run for the whole community! A percentage of all registration fees goes right back to our school. So grab your friends, colleagues, and family members for a fun-filled day of Falcon spirit, community togetherness, and exercise! Following the 5K & Fun Run, the FHUSD Athletic Boosters will be hosting a delicious pancake breakfast in the Fountain Hills High School cafeteria.

XTERRA McDowell

McDowell Mt Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr, Fort McDowell, AZ, United States

XTERRA McDowell Mtn Trail Run is one of our favorite venues. With over 80 miles of trails to choose from, McDowell Mountain Regional Park is a trail runner’s paradise.

18TH ANNUAL HEART & SOLE
5k & 1 Mile

Goodyear Civic Square 1900 N. Civic Square, Avondale, AZ, United States

Join the Sole Squad! The 18th annual Heart & Sole 5K & 1 Mile race is the perfect way to celebrate National Heart Health Month is a great activity for serious and recreational runners alike. This year's race takes place at Goodyear Civic Square.

XTERRA Black Canyon

Deep Canyon Ranch 18181 East Deep Canyon Rd, Black Canyon City, AZ, United States

This course is awesome! If you’ve never been out to Black Canyon, be prepared for a treat. Rain, heat, water crossings, desert mountain views! The wildflowers will be blooming and the bar will be open! Join us for the series awards ceremony, have a drink, hang out in the creek and enjoy the pie!

RUN 3rd

Mountain View High School 2700 E Brown Rd, Mesa, AZ, United States

Help us support the RUN3rd Alliance by participating in our annual RUN3rd 5k! Join us on April 1, 2023 for the in-person race in Mesa, AZ, or, register for the Virtual 5k and run, walk or hike your 5k anytime between April 1 and April 30, 2023.

Team Taylor 5k
Benefitting Phoenix Children’s Hospital

O.H.S.O. O.H.S.O. Eatery & nano-Brewery 4900 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ, United States

The Team Taylor Family Fun Run is a 3-mile run through the beautiful streets of Arcadia in Phoenix, Arizona. 2023 will be the 11th annual Team Taylor 5k and will take place on Sunday, April 2, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

GILA HANK’S SPRINT TRIATHLON

Eastern Arizona College 615 N Stadium Ave, Thatcher, AZ, United States

Gila Hank’s Sprint Triathlon consists of a 75-yard swim, 6-mile bike, and 1.5-mile run. Participants can compete as an individual (do the whole thing yourself) or as part of a relay team (swimmer, cyclist or runner) that you form prior to the triathlon. The goals of Gila Hank’s Sprint Triathlon are to safely finish the race, have fun, make friends, and be part of something amazing!

TACO ‘BOUT FUN RUN

Buffalo Park 2400 N Gemini Rd, Flagstaff, AZ, United States

Run for TACOS! Join us in the cool pines of Flagstaff for the 4th Annual Taco 'bout Fun Run! This year's event features 10K and 5K timed races with overall and age group awards. Run or walk the non-competitive 1 mile stroll. All 10K, 5K, and 1 mile finishers receive a TACO! Let your little ones burn some energy in the free Children's Churro Chase! The packed dirt courses are stroller friendly and fun for the whole family.

ICE CREAM RUN

Rio Vista Park 8866 W Thunderbird Rd, Peoria, AZ

The Ice Cream Run is Phoenix’s Official Summer Run! It’s fun for the whole family so come walk or run 4 miles with us and bring your kids! The 10th Annual Tortoise & Hare Sports Ice Cream Run is sponsored by Brooks & Rita’s Italian Ice.

DEUCES WILD ENDURANCE FESTIVAL

Fool's Hollow Fools Hollow Rd, Show Low, AZ, United States

The Deuces Wild Endurance Festival is held in the cool White Mountains of northeastern Arizona. Held over two days in June, there are many separate races to choose from including triathlons, aquabike, runs and relays!

MOUNTAIN MAN TRIATHLON
Sprint & Olympic

Lake Mary Flagstaff, United States

This is the 39th Year for Mountain Man Events. This local race has that good old hometown feel. Beautiful views of the San Francisco Peaks, Lake Mary, and Mormon Lake. Flagstaff has amazing summer weather with flora in full bloom. This event includes medals for all finishers, awards, food, fun, and a great course. It is one of the most beautiful courses in the West, and we work hard to make sure that you can enjoy race day.

MOUNTAIN MAN TRIATHLON
Long & Olympic

Lake Mary Flagstaff, United States

Experience one of the Southwest’s best venues. This local, family-run event is the 5th oldest triathlon West of the Mississippi River. The race course includes breathtaking views of the San Francisco Peaks, Lake Mary, and Mormon Lake. Right after the monsoon season with flora in full bloom. This is our 37th annual event with medals for all finishers, handcrafted awards, food, fun, and a great course. The Upper Lake Mary boat docks are about ten miles south of Flagstaff, AZ on Lake Mary Road at mile post 333.

MESA SPRINT TRIATHLON

Skyline Aquatics Center 845 South Crismon Rd, Mesa, AZ, United States

The Mesa Sprint Triathlon is a fundraiser hosted by the Foundation for Mesa Parks & Recreation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit foundation located in Mesa, AZ. The primary goal of this wonderful fundraiser is to provide under privileged children in our communities the opportunity to attend learn to swim programs and summer recreation programs provided by the city of Mesa’s Parks & Recreation dept.

XTERRA PAPAGO

Enjoy beautiful sights and challenging heights in this kick-off to the 2023-2024 season. Join us in Tempe for 26K, 10K, and 5K trail runs through the scenic Papago Buttes. All participants receive a huge post-race breakfast, a super cool race tee, and finisher medal, as well as entry into any post race shenanigans. Awards for the top 3 in each age group.

Bare Buns Desert Run

Shangrai La 44444 Shangrai La Lane, New River, AZ, United States

Come and experience the only nude run in AZ! This desert trail 5k will take you around the Shangri La Ranch property; up the hiking trail, along the dry wash, and through the majority of the ranch. Racers are encouraged to run with nothing on but tennis shoes, however nudity is not a requirement. Race registration includes a day visit so plan on spending the day with us to enjoy our pools, café, clubhouse, game room, more hiking, and meeting great friends.

XTERRA San Tan

San Tan Mt Regional Park 6533 West Phillips Road, Queen Creek, AZ, United States

XTERRA is headed to San Tan Regional Park outside Phoenix, Arizona on Sunday, November 5, 2023. In addition to the iconic 14-mile race, we have a 41K, an 8K and a 5k run, so bring the entire family. Enjoy a tough but scenic trek through San Tan Regional Park‘s 10,000 acres of Sonoran Desert. All participants receive a huge post-race breakfast, a super cool race tee, and a finisher medal.

5K for Heroes

Eastmark 10100 E Ray Rd, Mesa, AZ, United States

FAT TURKEY TRAIL RUN

This is not your everyday turkey trot. Come race the Turkey (or at least someone dressed like one) on the trails of Papago Park. This fun and enjoyable trail turkey trot is great for the whole family. Join family and friends for a no-pressure fun trail run in the centrally-located trails of the Papago Buttes. The 5k is great for beginners or if you’re just looking for a fun outing. The 10k provides a little more of a challenge and a little bit more scenery.

XTERRA ESTRELLA

Estrella Mt Regional Park 14805 W Vineyard Ave, Goodyear, AZ, United States

Once again, XTERRA Estrella Mountain Trail Run falls in the cool Arizona December, so join us for the third race in Arizona’s XTERRA Trail Run Series. Hit the desert at Estrella Mountain Regional Park for some tough races at any distance. We have a range of courses, 42k, 15mile, 12k, and 5k options, to cater to and challenge the beginner and experienced trail-runner alike.

XTERRA WHITE TANKS

White Tanks Regional Park 20304 W White Tank Mountain Rd, Waddell, AZ, United States

Race number four in the Arizona XTERRA Trail Run Series takes place at White Tank Mountain Regional Park on Sunday, January 14, 2024. This nearly 30,000-acre park is made up of the rugged and beautiful White Tank Mountains, named for depressions cut into white granite.

XTERRA MCDOWELL

McDowell Mt Regional Park 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr, Fort McDowell, AZ, United States

With over 80 miles of trail to choose from, McDowell Mountain Regional Park is a trail runner's paradise. As our venue for the fifth running event of Arizona's XTERRA Trail Run Series, our courses have something for all trail runner levels.

XTERRA BLACK CANYON

Deep Canyon Ranch 18181 East Deep Canyon Rd, Black Canyon City, AZ, United States

XTERRA Black Canyon Trail Run offers all the challenge and adventure one could ask for. Choose from the 42k, 21k, 10k, 6k on the National Recreation Black Canyon Trail. With river crossings, spectacular views of the Sonoran Desert, and post-race pie, how can you resist?

RUN3rd 5km

Mountain View High School 2700 E Brown Rd, Mesa, AZ, United States

Join us for the 10th Annual RUN3rd 5k at Mountain View High School in Mesa, Arizona. The course is a flat and fast loop around the surrounding Mesa Public Schools property. There will be RUN3rd race shirts and medals guaranteed for all participants who pre-register online! Our annual RUN3rd 5k is a chance to bring the community together to support our young runners. It’s also a chance for the students in our after-school running programs to come together and celebrate all they have accomplished throughout the school year while raising funds for the next season.

Gila Hank’s Sprint Triathlon

Eastern Arizona College 615 N Stadium Ave, Thatcher, AZ, United States

Gila Hank's Sprint Triathlon comprises a 75-yard swim, 6-mile bike, and 1.5-mile run. Whether you choose to do the entire triathlon solo or join forces with a relay team, the goal is the same: safely finish the race, enjoy the experience, forge new friendships, and become part of something extraordinary!

Team Taylor 5k
Benefitting Phoenix Children’s Hospital

O.H.S.O. O.H.S.O. Eatery & nano-Brewery 4900 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ, United States

The Team Taylor Fun Run 5K is a 3-mile run through the beautiful streets of Arcadia in Phoenix, Arizona. This 12th annual event is open to all ages, so join us as we walk, bike and scooter for kids' safety and health.

Deuces Wild Endurance Festival

Fool's Hollow Fools Hollow Rd, Show Low, AZ, United States

The Deuces Wild Endurance Festival is held in the cool White Mountains of northeastern Arizona. We offer races for the entire family! Starting at 5-years old, kids can race in our youth triathlon. On top of our triathlons, aquabikes, and runs, we also offer relays in many of our triathlons!

MOUNTAIN MAN TRIATHLON
Sprint & Olympic

Lake Mary Flagstaff, United States

Mountain Man Triathlons started in 1984 and are one of the longest standing triathlons in the West. This local race has that good old hometown feel. Beautiful views of the San Francisco Peaks, Lake Mary, and Mormon Lake. Flagstaff has amazing summer weather, that is cool, clean and green with flora in full bloom. This event includes medals and t-shirts for all finishers, awards, food, fun, and a great course. It is one of the most beautiful courses in the West, and we work hard to make sure that you can enjoy race day.

DESERT ROSE TRIATHLON

Jackson Flat Reservoir, Kanab, Utah

The Desert Rose Triathlon is held at Jackson Flat Reservoir just outside of beloved Kanab, Utah. This location is only one hour from some of the best national parks like Zion, Bryce Canyon, the Wave, and Arizona's Grand Canyon. The race features both Olympic and Sprint distances which begin in Utah and travel through an Arizona loop.

MOUNTAIN MAN TRIATHLON
Long & Olympic

Lake Mary Flagstaff, United States

Experience one of the Southwest’s best venues. This local, family-run event was founded in 1984 and is the 5th oldest triathlon West of the Mississippi River. The race course includes breathtaking views of the San Francisco Peaks, Lake Mary, and Mormon Lake. It takes place right after the monsoon season with flora in full bloom. Medals for all finishers, handcrafted awards, food, fun, and a great course. The Upper Lake Mary boat docks are about ten miles south of Flagstaff, AZ on Lake Mary Road at mile post 333.

9/11 Heroes Run

Kiwanis Park North Soccer Field 5233 S Ash Ave, Tempe, AZ, United States

The 9/11 Heroes Run unites communities to honor the heroes of 9/11 and the service members who stepped up in the wars that followed. Join your community in fulfilling the promise we made over 20 years ago to never forget.

MESA SPRINT TRIATHLON

Skyline Aquatics Center 845 South Crismon Rd, Mesa, AZ, United States

The Mesa Sprint Triathlon is a fundraiser hosted by the Foundation for Mesa Parks & Recreation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit foundation located in Mesa, AZ. The primary goal of this wonderful fundraiser is to provide under privileged children in our communities the opportunity to attend learn to swim programs and summer recreation programs provided by the city of Mesa’s Parks & Recreation dept.

Hopeful Strides 5km & 1 km

Village Park 3368 N. Pinal Ave, Casa Grande, United States

Participation benefits Seeds of Hope’s community programs: Hot Lunch, Seniors, After School, Community Gardens and Wellness Clinic.

Arizona Together in TEAL 5km

Gilbert Regional park 3005 E QUEEN CREEK ROAD, Gilbert, AZ, United States

Together in TEAL® events invite our dedicated TEAL community to join forces in our mission to save lives through the prevention and cure of ovarian cancer and to improve the quality of life for survivors and their caregivers. We are hosting 11 events this year across the country and can’t wait to see friends from coast to coast reveal their TEAL!

XTERRA PAPAGO

You won’t have to travel far to enjoy beautiful sights and challenging heights in this kick-off to the 2024-2025 season. Join us in Tempe for either a 36k, 26K, 10K, or 5K run through the scenic Papago Buttes. All participants will receive a huge post-race breakfast, a super cool race tee and finisher medal, as well as entry into fun post-race festivities. Awards for overall top male and female finishers all three distances. Awards for the top 3 finishers in each age group.

Bare Buns Desert Run

Shangrai La 44444 Shangrai La Lane, New River, AZ, United States

Come and experience the only nude run in AZ! This desert trail 5k will take you around the Shangri La Ranch property; up the hiking trail, along the dry wash, and through the majority of the ranch. Racers are encouraged to run with nothing on but tennis shoes, however nudity is not a requirement. Race registration includes a day visit so plan on spending the day with us to enjoy our pools, café, clubhouse, game room, more hiking, and meeting great friends.

Glow Up October 5km

Desert Sun Stadium 1440 W Desert Hills DR, Yuma, AZ, United States

Illuminate the night with your neon colors as we glow Up the new run season in The Glow in the Dark 5km run.

Monster 5km & 1 mile

Leisure World Mesa 908 S. Power Rd, Mesa, AZ, United States

Leisure World Mesa invites all ages and participants to The Monster 5km and 1 mile. Come in your Halloween costumes, prizes will be awarded for best costumes. Stick around after the race for music, food and dancing.

XTERRA SAN TAN

XTERRA is headed to San Tan Regional Park in the Sonoran Desert outside Phoenix, Arizona on Sunday, November 3. In addition to a 22K race, we also have 41K for the long-distancers, and 10K and 5K runs so that everybody can enjoy. Enjoy a tough but scenic trek through San Tan Regional Park‘s 10,000 acres of Sonoran Desert. All participants receive a huge post-race breakfast, a super cool race tee, and a finisher medal.

Who’s Your Hero 5km & 10km

West Wetlands 282 N 12th Ave, Yuma, United States

Salute, dress and accessorize with tributes to your favorite hero. From military to comic books to athletes, or anyone you choose!

Earn the Bird 5km and Walk for Water4

McDowell Church 10700 124th St, Scottsdale, AZ, United States

What's better than going for a run? Running for a purpose. Running to fight poverty. Running to help put an end to the water crisis is sub-Saharan Africa. Running to make a world of a difference...around the world.
Be part of the 2024 'Earn the Bird' 5k and Walk for Water4. All participants will receive a custom Finishers Prize and an event t-shirt.

FAT TURKEY TRAIL RUN

Why come run the Fat Turkey Trail Run? Because you’ve eaten too much, because it’s in the red rocks of Papago Park, because it’s on the trails, because more than a 10k is too far when you’re this full, and because RUNNING IS FUN! Get ready, because the Fat Turkey Trail Run is not your everyday turkey trot.