Trail Running calendar near Buckeye 2026-2027

Join the AZ Walk of Courage at Rio Vista Park to support Changed by Fire and local burn survivor programs. Choose a 10K, 5K, 1 mile run or walk or go virtual along the scenic New River Trail with timing, medals and a family friendly vibe.

Run a scenic point to point 50K from the Sonoran Desert to pine forests above Crown King, Arizona, with 6,800 feet of climbing and varied dirt and jeep trails. Enjoy aid stations, a one way shuttle and a post race barbecue with beer.

Train on the first 37 miles of the Cocodona course on April 4, 2026 in Black Canyon City, AZ, running from Deep Canyon Ranch to Crown King. Perfect prep for Cocodona 250 and Bradshaw Brute 100 with shuttle and aid support.

Onyx at McDowell Mountain Park is a 4 hour and 8 hour points race where laps on five trails earn flags or sandbags for extra points. Enjoy aid stations, a recovery tent, free photos and finisher swag in a scenic desert setting.

Run scenic shoreline single track trails and cross the historic New Waddell Dam at Lake Pleasant Regional Park. Distances from 2 miles to 40K showcase desert and lake views with a unique raft or optional swim crossing on the 40K.

Run under the stars at San Tan Mountain Regional Park with Sinister Night Runs, part of the Insomniac Night Trail Run Series. Choose distances from 6K to 54K on scenic 9 km loops with aid stations and unforgettable desert night vibes.

Cocodona is a multi day trail series in Arizona, May 4 to 9, featuring distances from 40 miles to an epic 250 miles. Routes cross desert and pine country through Sedona, Flagstaff and other towns, with stunning scenery and reliable aid.

Bradshaw Brute is a 100 mile point to point ultramarathon across Arizona from Black Canyon City to Prescott. Rugged trails, creek crossings and about 20,000 feet of climbing await and a prior qualifying finish is required.

Join the Bursting Bubble 5K Walk & Run on May 16 for a compassionate community run that honors varied grief journeys. Enjoy reflection at the Wall to Remember, bubbles, music and family fun while you support Chasing the Rainbows.

Join the Memorial Day Flag Run in Black Canyon City May 23 to honor fallen heroes by carrying an American flag during a scenic 5K or 10K run or ruck on the Black Canyon Trails. Proceeds support local veterans and families.

Run under the stars at Adrenaline Night Runs in McDowell Mountain Regional Park. Multiple distances from 6K to 50K wind over rolling desert single track with scenic ridge views and fully stocked aid stations.

Free and limited to 50 runners, Pi in the Sky is an 8 mile out and back trail through Phoenix Mountain Preserves that passes Piestewa Peak. Expect rocky, technical trails and warm early June conditions.

Experience moonlit desert trails at Hypnosis Night Runs in Estrella Mountain Regional Park, with distances from 6K to 52K. Enjoy fast single track, saguaro views, lively aid stations and finish line swag and awards.

Join the Stunner Night Runs at Usery Mountain Regional Park for moonlit trail racing across flat, fast desert singletrack with distances from 6K to 50K. Enjoy chip timing, finish line photos and an Artworx finisher award under the stars.

Run under the stars at Vertigo Night Runs on August 8, 2026, in White Tank Mountain Regional Park. Choose from 6K to ultra 52K on the rugged Sonoran Loop and enjoy a festival vibe with aid stations, camping, and epic desert views.

Experience moonlit desert trails at the Javelina Jangover Night Runs near Fountain Hills, Arizona. Multiple distances from 7K to 75K across rolling single track promise a fun, festive night of desert running for all abilities.

Javelina Jundred is a festive multi distance trail event at McDowell Mountain Regional Park in Arizona, with 100 Mile, 100K and 31K options. Famous for costumes and the Jackass Night Trail, the 100 Mile is a Western States qualifier.

Run moonlit loops at Usery Mountain Regional Park near Mesa AZ on November 14, 2026, with distances from 5K to 30K. Courses mix runnable singletrack and rocky rollers and feature stocked aid stations, chip timing and finisher awards.

Run the desert trails at Usery Mountain Regional Park in Mesa, Arizona with distances from 5K to a challenging 50 mile race. Expect rugged single track, sandy washes and climbs to Pass Mountain for stunning desert views and true trail test.

Fat Ox Endurance Runs take place at Estrella Mountain Regional Park in late November 2025, offering timed events from 6 to 48 hours and distances up to 100 miles. The USATF 24 Hour Championship and prize purse headline this certified loop e..