DESERT ROSE TRIATHLON
Jackson Flat Reservoir, Kanab, UtahThe 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 StatesThe 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 StatesThe 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 StatesParticipation 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 StatesTogether 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 StatesCome 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 StatesIlluminate 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 6005 E Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ, United StatesLeisure 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 StatesSalute, 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 StatesWhat'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.
Pajama Snooze 5km & 10km
West Wetlands 282 N 12th Ave, Yuma, United StatesEvery holiday is a family that does either 5km, 10km or parades in their PJs. This season do both and Run in your Pajamas!
XTERRA ESTRELLA
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, 24K, 12K, and 5K options to cater to and challenge the beginner and experienced trail-runner alike.
XTERRA WHITE TANKS
Next on this adventure, race number four in the Arizona XTERRA Trail Run Series takes place at White Tank Mountain Regional Park on Sunday, January 5, 2025. This nearly 30,000-acre park is made up of the rugged and beautiful White Tank Mountains, named for depressions cut into white granite. 20K, 8K, and 5K courses will bring a challenge and a smile to any runner.
Jukebox January 5km & 10km
West Wetlands 282 N 12th Ave, Yuma, United StatesNew Years is a time to look forward, but we are taking it back! Bring out your retro look from the 80s jukebox era as your jam out in this run.
XTERRA MCDOWELL
With over 80 miles of trail to choose from, McDowell Mountain Regional Park is a trail runner’s paradise. Similarly, our venue for the fifth running event of Arizona’s XTERRA Trail Run Series has courses for all trail runner levels. No multiple loops necessary here, the 24K, 10K, and 6K will keep you on a new trail the entire way.
Sweethearts and Buddies 5km & 10km
West Wetlands 282 N 12th Ave, Yuma, United StatesIt's Valentine weekend so run with your Valentine, Galentine or Buddy! Every paid runner can sign a friend or pal to run with them for free!
XTERRA BLACK CANYON
XTERRA Black Canyon Trail Run offers all the challenge and adventure one could ask for. Choose from the 21K, 11K, 7K on the National Recreation Black Canyon Trail. With river crossings, spectacular views of the Sonoran Desert, and post-race pie, how can you resist?
AIDS Walk Arizona & 5k Run
Steele Indian School Park 300 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix, AZ, United StatesAunt Rita's AIDS Walk is back for its annual gathering, and we invite you to be part of our impact. Join us at AIDS Walk Arizona & 5k Run at the beautiful Steele Indian School Park. Aunt Rita's Foundation is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those affected by HIV, and AIDS Walk Arizona is at the heart of our mission. Every step you take and every contribution you make directly supports our partner agencies in Arizona. These agencies provide essential HIV services, including testing, treatment, behavioral health support, housing assistance, prevention programs, and more.
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
Be a part of the Team Taylor community! Celebrate the life of Taylor and others who have been impacted by SIDS during the 13th annual Team Taylor Family Fun Run benefiting Phoenix Children’s. Together we’ll walk, run, bike and scooter through the beautiful streets of Arcadia.
Gila Hank’s Sprint Triathlon
Eastern Arizona College 615 N Stadium Ave, Thatcher, AZ, United StatesGila 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!
Deuces Wild Endurance Festival
Fool's Hollow Fools Hollow Rd, Show Low, AZ, United StatesThe 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.
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.
Tri Community Tri
Town of Pima Swimming Pool
321 S 100 East, Pima, AZ, United States
The Tri Community Tri is a multi-distance triathlon in a rural community. The quaint little town of Pima is located in Southeastern Arizona. With a population of about 3000, there are few cars on the road to disturb racers. The sprint swim is 425 yards lap swim in the public pool located near the center of town. The bike portion of the race heads out of town where wildlife is present and a beautiful 15 mile ride is welcomed with rolling hills. Racers will then see just how quaint our town is as they meander through the neighborhoods on a 5K run. Three deep medals will be given to an overall male and female winners as well as the top three finishers in each 5 year age bracket, male and female.
MESA SPRINT TRIATHLON
Skyline Aquatics Center 845 South Crismon Rd, Mesa, AZ, United StatesThe 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.
Bare Buns Desert Run
Shangrai La 44444 Shangrai La Lane, New River, AZ, United StatesCome 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.
RUCK 4 FREEDOM
Horseshoe Park 20464 E Riggs Rd, Queen Creek, AZ, United StatesRuck 4 Freedom is an honorary Ruck where the community comes together with our Active Duty Military, Veterans and First Responders to do something uncomfortable to show our Armed Forces the gratitude we have for our freedom. Based on a military tradition, participants will have the option to wear a weighted backpack and participate in a 5K, or 10K Ruck Walk. For those that don't want to wear the ruck you can sign up to run or walk the 5K or 10K.