Rock 'n' Roll Arizona
Tempe, Arizona, United States
Jan 16-17, 2027 - Saturday to Sunday
5k, 10k, Half-marathon
Race Report
For running in the desert (which you'd assume would be flat), there was a somewhat steady (although very gradual) incline for the majority of the race and a decent climb the second half of the course.
2018 Rock 'N' Roll Arizona Half Marathon Race Recap
Race Report
Chris Mocko (Boulder, Colo.) and Maria Lindberg (Elmhurst, Ill.) takes top spots in the marathon; Daniel Mesfun (Eritrea) and Allie Kieffer (Scottsdale, Ariz.) win the half marathon
2019 Rock 'N' Roll Arizona Half Marathon Race Highlights
Video
Race Information
Celebrate the start of a new year with a tri-city foot tour through the Valley of the Sun! Run through the butte-iful red sandstone formations of Papago Park, snap a selfie in front of colorful art installations, and soak up the southwestern style while dancing and dashing through the streets. Kick off the weekend with a pre-race party at the Health & Fitness Expo in Phoenix, experience the Sonoran desert radiance while adventuring through Scottsdale and Tempe, and finally, relax and refresh at the Finish Line Festival at the urban oasis, Tempe Beach Park. Rock 'n' Roll Arizona is a harmonious blend of vista and musical magic that draws a lively batch of locals and visitors alike who are ready to bring the heat!
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Race Facts
Race Size: 5,000 - 10,000
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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