Trail Running calendar near Buckeye 2026-2027

A community FAT ASS style trail run in Phoenix, listed as about nine miles out-and-back via Dreamy Draw and Piestewa Peak. No entry fee, limited to 50 runners, with minimal aid and manual timing.

This grassroots 5K event takes place in Arizona's Papago Park. Organized by Ghosthead Productions, it focuses on community and connection among athletes.

A night trail event in Tolleson, AZ offering 52K, 34K, 21K, 13K and 6K on desert single-track with stocked aid stations, drop bags, pacer rules for the 52K, timed results and on-site medical support.

The Insomniac Night Series will take place in Cave Creek from Saturday 13 June 2026 to Saturday 19 September 2026. You can run between 6 and 75 kilometers.

Celebrate Independence Day with a scenic 4 mile trail run through White Tank Regional Park. Experience mountain views and climb toward the top of the park to earn a finisher medal and T-shirt at this cup-less green event.

Night trail races at Usery Mountain Regional Park offering 50K, 25K, 12K and 6K on flat, looped trails with stocked aid stations, a cupless policy, limited parking and on-site medical support.

Night trail races at White Tank Mountain Regional Park offering 52K, 31K, 20K, 10K and 6K on a 6.5 mile Sonoran loop with stocked aid stations and on-site medical support. The event is part of the Insomniac Night Trail Run Series.

A three‑event Friday evening 5K series at AZ Falls with chip timing, age group awards, raffle prizes and collectible desert themed medals; the series supports Child Crisis Arizona and includes a virtual race option.

Fixed-time ultras of six and twelve hours take place on a 500 meter flat gravel loop at historic Nardini Manor in Buckeye, Arizona. The event features an on-course aid station, cupless refills, crew zones, and onsite parking.

Three Friday evening 5K races at AZ Falls on 8/21, 9/18 and 10/16 with chip timing, age group awards, raffle prizes and collectible desert medals. The series raises funds for Child Crisis Arizona and includes a virtual option.

Multiple night trail distances at McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills, AZ. Cupless aid stations, live split tracking, drop bag and crew access, and pacers allowed for the 75K.

Night trail races at Cave Creek Regional Park offering 33K, 22K, 11K and 5K on looped single-track courses with fully stocked aid stations, live split tracking, chip timing and a drop bag area. Crews allowed at start/finish; pacers are not..

A three‑race Friday evening 5K series at Arizona Falls with collectible desert themed medals, chip timing, age group awards and a virtual option, raising funds for Child Crisis Arizona.

A multi-distance trail event in Cave Creek Regional Park and on the Maricopa Trail, featuring 50K, 24K, 11K and 5K courses, aid stations, shuttle logistics, cupless service, and awards for top finishers.

A 5 km desert trail run at Shangrai La Ranch in New River, Arizona, where nudity is encouraged but not required. Registration includes a day visit with pools, a café, clubhouse and game room, and the race is chip timed.

A fall trail series around Cave Creek, Arizona featuring multiple race distances across three dates. Series passes reduce entry cost and the events include cupless options and a points cup competition.

Javelina Jundred on October 31, 2026 in McDowell Mountain Regional Park offers five-loop ultramarathon courses of 100 miles and 100 kilometers plus a Jackass 31K night loop, with organized crew and vehicle camping options.

A single-loop night event on the Javelina course, the Jackass Night Trail is a 31K (19 mile) loop with four aid stations, costume and glow themes, and a lively Jackass Junction aid station to visit during the run.

A weekend of desert trail running at McDowell Mountain Regional Park offering a 6.6 mile Red Loop plus 6 hour and 24 hour ultra options on a 15.2 mile relay course, with Ragnar Village camping and on-site amenities.

A two-day team trail relay at McDowell Mountain Regional Park on November 6 to 7, 2026, featuring campsite-based Ragnar Village, single-track desert trails totaling 121 miles, team packages, on-site amenities, and overnight camping.