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 Sep 22, 2026.
When in March
The March Race Weekends
5K races do not spread evenly across March. The busiest weekend is March 20 and March 21, with 4 of them. Another 1 fall on a weekday.
Mar 6 – Mar 71
Mar 13 – Mar 141
Mar 20 – Mar 214
Mar 27 – Mar 283
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The March 5K races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Common Questions About Running a March 5K in Arizona
When in March are most 5K races held?
The busiest weekend in Arizona is March 20 and March 21, with 4 5K races on those two days, and the single busiest day is Saturday, March 20 with 4. Another 1 fall on a weekday, which is worth knowing if you are traveling for one.
When should I sign up for a March 5K?
As early as you can. 4 of these March 5K races already have a price increase on the calendar, and 9 are open for entry right now. Another 1 have published an opening date and have not opened yet.
How much does a March 5K cost to enter?
The typical entry is $30, with paid entries running from $25 up to $35. Entry fees climb as race day gets closer, so the same race is usually cheapest the week it opens.
What is a good 5K time?
Across the 4 of these March 5K races with published results from past editions, the median finisher ran 40:08, and the median winning time was 17:57. So anything under 40:08 puts you in the faster half of a typical field. That is the middle of these RunSignup fields, walkers and charity entrants included, not a national average.
How big is a typical March 5K field?
The median one finished 462 runners, across the 4 of these March 5K races with published results from past editions. Most are far smaller than the big-city events people picture, which means less crowding at the start and a friendlier field, with a last recorded finisher at 1:29:57.
Are there trail 5K races in Arizona in March?
Yes, one race around Arizona gets you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.
5K Races in Other Months
February and April sit either side of March, which is where most people look next when a date does not fit.