Arizona Sunrise Series
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Event overview
The 2026 Arizona Sunrise Series is a set of seven road races held at different valley locations in Arizona. The series dates are May 16, May 30, June 13, June 27, July 11, July 25, and August 8, 2026. All events feature a 5K distance. Individual race sites include Kiwanis Park, Scottsdale Sports Complex, Rio Vista Park, Freestone Park, Foothills Park, Arizona Boardwalk, and Riparian Preserve.
Format, registration and fees
The series offers full-series registration, a virtual series option, and single-race registration. Tiered pricing applies for both in-person and virtual series registrations depending on registration dates. Mail-in registration is accepted until May 10, 2026, without online processing fees. Day-of registration is available at each location for a stated per-race fee, with payment accepted by cash and credit card; shirt sizes are not guaranteed for day-of registrants. Virtual participants can complete missed races virtually and have event swag mailed to them.
Awards, scoring and race-day details
Participants earn points for each event completed, with extra points for age-group and overall placings. The top 100 point earners, plus participants who complete at least four of the seven events, are entered into the series prize drawing; three winners will receive a $500 gift card. Male and female age-group awards are given to the top three at each live event across standard age divisions. Walkers, wheelchairs, strollers, and leashed pets are allowed; roller blades, skateboards, wagons, and motorized devices are not. Each event provides a post- or pre-race food offering and real-time results and photos. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
