Phoenix Wicked Half Marathon
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Phoenix Wicked Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and Spooky Kids Sprint
The event takes place on October 18, 2026, at Rio Vista Park in Peoria, Arizona. It offers multiple race options and a virtual entry. The courses run on the New River Trail System and use paved surfaces of asphalt and concrete; the trail remains open to the public during the event.
Distances offered:
- Half marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- Spooky Kids Sprint, untimed half mile for children
- Virtual Run, US addresses only
The half marathon has a four hour cut-off. Water stations and restrooms are placed at multiple mile markers on each course; GU gels are provided on the half marathon course at miles 7.35 and 9.65. Chip timing is used and results and photos are available online or via the event mobile app. All participants receive a custom finisher medal and a dri-fit tech shirt, with a small discount option for declining the shirt. Age group awards are given to the top three male and female finishers in each age group for the half marathon, 10K, and 5K.
Packet pick-up is available the day before at Road Runner Sports in North Phoenix and on race day at Rio Vista Park. The event is limited to 750 participants; the Spooky Kids Sprint is limited to 100. Wheelchairs, strollers, wagons and leashed pets are allowed with start position requirements. No bag check is provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
