Running Races in Arizona
Arizona has 163 upcoming running races scheduled for 2026. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in August, September, and November, quietest in April through June. Phoenix is the busiest city with 40 races, ahead of Tucson (30) and Mesa (19).
Running races by month in Arizona
Sep (36) · Nov (27) · Aug (21) · Oct (20) · Dec (13) · Feb (12) · Jul (12) · Mar (8) · Jan (6) · Apr (5) · May (2) · Jun (1)
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Athena Race 2026 | Gods & Warriors Virtual Running Series 1M 5K 10K 13.1 26.2
July 11, 2026
Mesa, AZ

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Watch the Walls Fall Virtual Race 2026 | Bible Race Series Run 1M 5K 10K 13.1 26.2
July 11, 2026
Mesa, AZ
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July 4th Run 5K/10K/13.1 PHOENIX
Phoenix, AZ
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July 4th Run 5K/10K/13.1 PHOENIX
July 12, 2026
Phoenix, AZ
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Mountain Man Short Courses July 2026
Flagstaff, AZ
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Mountain Man Short Courses July 2026
July 25, 2026
Flagstaff, AZ

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2026 Be Kind to Your Mind Virtual Run – 1M • 5K • 10K • 13.1 • 26.2
August 1, 2026
Mesa, AZ
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Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 PHOENIX
Phoenix, AZ
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Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 PHOENIX
August 8, 2026
Phoenix, AZ

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Loch Ness Legendary Depths Virtual Race 2026 | Cryptid Quest Series 1M 5K 10K 13.1 26.2
August 8, 2026
Mesa, AZ

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flagstaff Dave McKay Memorial Half Marathon and 5K Run/Walk
August 8, 2026
Flagstaff, AZ

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Hercules Race 2026 | Gods & Warriors Virtual Running Series 1M 5K 10K 13.1 26.2
August 15, 2026
Mesa, AZ
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15th Annual Breeze in the Trees 5k
Sahuarita, AZ
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15th Annual Breeze in the Trees 5k
August 15, 2026
Sahuarita, AZ
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Running Races in Nearby States
Frequently asked questions
How do I find running races near me?▾
Enter your zip code on RACE or use the location-based pages at /marathons-near-me, /half-marathons-near-me, /10k-near-me, or /5k-near-me. We show every upcoming running event within your selected radius, sorted by distance from you.
What's the most popular running distance in the US?▾
By a wide margin, the 5K. The half marathon is the most popular distance over 10 miles. Each distance has its own hub on RACE — /5k-races, /10k-races, /half-marathons, /marathons — with live event counts and state-by-state breakdowns.
When is running race season in the US?▾
June is the single busiest month for running events. The June–October stretch carries roughly 70% of the year’s running calendar. December through March is the quietest period — most regions don’t publish next year’s spring races until late winter, so the calendar grows back as race directors finalize dates.
Which states have the most running races?▾
Ohio, Florida, Texas, Michigan, and California lead the country in upcoming running event volume. Every state hosts dozens of upcoming races — including smaller states like Wyoming, Vermont, and North Dakota. The "Browse by state" grid on this page links to a dedicated running hub for every state.
How do I register for a running race?▾
For RACE-native events, you can register and pay on this site. For events hosted on external platforms (RunSignUp, RaceRoster, and similar), we link you directly to the official registration page. Either way, you find the race here.














