Arizona · 5K

2026-2027 5K Races in Arizona

Every upcoming 5K in Arizona, all 132 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.

132 upcoming 5K races · 52 with finish-time stats

10K Races 70Half Marathons 60Marathons 5Ultramarathons 3
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By the numbers

The Biggest and Longest-Running

The Arizona races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.

Largest field4,452 finishersGilbert Turkey Trotin the 5KLongest-running23rd year23rd Annual Groom Creek Classic: 1/2 Marathon, 10k, 5kannual tradition

Arizona 5K Races by City

Phoenix 48Tucson 25Glendale 6Tempe 4Sahuarita 3Marana 3Gilbert 3Sedona 3Chandler 3Mesa 2Scottsdale 2Kingman 2Lake Havasu City 2Peoria 2Goodyear 2Flagstaff 2Lakeside 2Sierra Vista 1Avondale 1Yuma 1Rock Point 1Indian Wells 1Pima 1Buckeye 1

5K Races in Arizona by Month

October 2026 6November 2026 40December 2026 16January 2027 11February 2027 20March 2027 15April 2027 7May 2027 6

The Next 5K Runs in Arizona

132 total
Sat, Oct 24, 2026Big Gay 5K Tucson, AZ5K5KFrom $25Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026They Run With Us 5k Memorial and Fun Run 2026 Tucson, AZ5K1 MileFrom $45Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Tucson Tucson, AZ5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $15Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026PB&J Fuel Run 5K/10K/13.1 PHOENIX Phoenix, AZ5K10KHalf Marathon1 MileRegistration closedFrom $30View race Sat, Oct 31, 2026Medal Madness 5K & 10K at Phoenix, AZ (44) Phoenix, AZ5K10KFrom $30Register Sat, Oct 31, 2026Halloween Trick or Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 PHOENIX Phoenix, AZ5K10KHalf Marathon1 MileRegistration closedFrom $30View race Sat, Oct 31, 2026Tricks & Treads 5k Phoenix, AZ5K1 MileFrom $45Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026Dave's Run For ALS Tucson, AZ8K5K1 Mile13KFrom $40Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026Salute to Veterans 5K/10K/Half Marathon - Phoenix Glendale, AZ5K10KHalf MarathonFrom $15Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026SV Sunrise Rotary RISING SUN RUN Sierra Vista, AZHalf Marathon5KFrom $35Details Sat, Nov 7, 202617th Annual Pecan Classic 10K and 5K Run/Walk Sahuarita, AZ10K5KRegistration closedFrom $40Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Run2serve 5K/1K Run/Walk Glendale, AZ5K1KFrom $40Details

How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Oct 25, 2026.

Common Questions About Running a 5K in Arizona

Which Arizona cities have the most 5K races?

Phoenix (48), Tucson (25), Glendale (6), Tempe (4) lead the state for 5K races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.

When are most 5K races held in Arizona?

November is the busiest month for 5K races in Arizona, with 40 of the 132, followed by February with 20. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

Are Arizona 5K races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 50 5K races in Arizona with published results, the typical median finish is around 36:38, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.

Are there trail 5K races in Arizona?

Yes, 9 races around Arizona get you off the pavement: 5 are trail races, and 4 mix road and trail.