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Phoenix Marathon
Phoenix, United States
December 12, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
USCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running Races in Phoenix
6 verified events (1 confirmed dates) and 18 races in Phoenix with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events61 confirmed dates
Competitions18Races & courses
Distances5 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+114 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Rock’n’Roll Arizona Marathon
Phoenix, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21 km10 km5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
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Course de la Liberté du 4 Juillet-Phoenix
Phoenix, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
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Labor Day Run-Phoenix
Phoenix, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunFestive+1
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National Chocolate Day Run - Phoenix
Phoenix, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningThe Best Races
National Singles Day run-Phoenix
Phoenix, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2026 | Phoenix Marathon | Phoenix, Arizona, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Rock’n’Roll Arizona Marathon | Phoenix, Arizona, US | Road Running | 21 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Course de la Liberté du 4 Juillet-Phoenix | Phoenix, Arizona, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Labor Day Run-Phoenix | Phoenix, Arizona, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | National Chocolate Day Run - Phoenix | Phoenix, Arizona, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | National Singles Day run-Phoenix | Phoenix, Arizona, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Phoenix (Arizona, Maricopa, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 6 public events and 18 individual races, including 1 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running. Notable events in the selection include Phoenix Marathon, Rock’n’Roll Arizona Marathon, and Course de la Liberté du 4 Juillet-Phoenix.
Race distances span from 5 km to 42.2 km, reaching up to +114 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Phoenix includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Phoenix?
RunningCompass currently lists 6 verified events with 18 individual races in Phoenix. A total of 1 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Phoenix Marathon, Rock’n’Roll Arizona Marathon, and Course de la Liberté du 4 Juillet-Phoenix.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Phoenix?
Events in Phoenix focus on Road Running. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 42.2 km endurance challenges.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Phoenix?
The most selective courses in Phoenix climb up to +114 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Phoenix?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.