Phoenix Wicked Half Marathon
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Phoenix Wicked Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and Spooky Kids Sprint
The event on October 18, 2026 in Peoria, Arizona is the 11th annual Phoenix Wicked race, hosted by StartLine Racing and limited to 750 participants. It includes multiple distance options and a virtual run that is restricted to US addresses.
- Half marathon
- 10K run/walk
- 5K run/walk
- Spooky Kids Sprint (half mile, untimed)
- Virtual run (US addresses only)
Courses run on the New River Trail System with asphalt and concrete surfaces and start and finish at Rio Vista Park. The trail system remains open to the public during the event, and there is no bag check because of the common start and finish area. Wheelchairs, strollers, and wagons are allowed but must start at the back; bicycles, roller blades, skateboards, and motorized devices are not permitted.
Support on course includes water stations and restrooms placed at designated mile markers for each distance, and GU gels on the half marathon at two markers. The half marathon has a four hour cut-off. Race results are chip timed with real time results and event photos available on the organizer's website and mobile app. Age group awards are given to the top three male and female finishers in each listed age group for the half marathon, 10K, and 5K for race day participants only.
The Spooky Kids Sprint is limited to 100 children; registered kids receive a trick or treat bag at check in and may trick or treat along the course from volunteers. The event takes place rain or shine and does not offer refunds or transfers due to weather. Packet pick-up is available before the event at an offsite location and on race day at Rio Vista Park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
