Phoenix Wicked Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Phoenix Wicked event takes place on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at Rio Vista Park, Peoria, Arizona (8866 West Thunderbird Road). The event is owned and operated by StartLine Racing and is limited to 750 participants. The program includes in-person races and a virtual option. The Spooky Kids Sprint is an untimed half mile for children and is limited to 100 participants; registered children receive a trick-or-treat bag and may trick-or-treat along the course. Costumes are encouraged.
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
- 10K
- 5K
- Spooky Kids Sprint (0.5 mile, untimed)
- Virtual Run (US addresses only)
Course, support and race details
All courses use the New River Trail System, all on asphalt and concrete, and start and end at Rio Vista Park. The trail is open use and does not close for the event. The half marathon has a 4 hour cut-off. Water stations, restroom stops, and GU gels are provided at designated mile markers on course. Timing is chip based with real time results and event photos available online or via mobile app. Age group awards are given to the top three in each age group for the half marathon, 10K, and 5K (race day participants only). Packet pick-up is available in North Phoenix at Road Runner Sports and at the race site on race day. The event is rain or shine, has no refunds or transfers for weather, is pet friendly with leashes required, and allows wheelchairs, strollers, and wagons to start at the back. Bicycles, roller blades, skateboards, and motorized devices are not permitted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.