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Desert Classic Half Marathon

Name: Desert Classic Half Marathon
Start: 2025-01-26
End: 2025-01-26
Location: Glendale

Glendale, United States • 26 Jan 2025

The Desert Classic Half Marathon & 5K is a popular running event taking place on January 26, 2025, at Thunderbird Paseo Park in Glendale, Arizona. Participants can choose between a half marathon and a 5K race, both of which are professionally marked and chip-timed. The event is open to runners aged 14 and older for the half marathon and 17 and under for the 5K.

Registration fees vary, with discounts available for Arizona Road Racers members. All finishers will receive medals, and awards will be given based on age groups. The event promises a festive atmosphere and community spirit. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Arizona Glendale

Race information

Website Registration

13 mi

Half Marathon

5 km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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