The Daydreamer

Patagonia, United States • 7 Feb 2026

Event overview

The event takes place in Patagonia, AZ in early February, running across the weekend of Friday, Feb. 6 to Sunday, Feb. 8. The program includes trail running and on-site weekend activities and is organized around group meals and live music.

Camping and meals

A designated Daydreamer campground is offered for attendees. Campground arrangements are handled through the event registration's merchandise section. The campground fee includes bathroom and shower access and parking for cars, vans, and campers for the weekend. Friday's meal is included with entry. Additional meal tickets for friends and family are available in the registration merchandise category.

Entertainment and weekend services

Friday night features an instrumental band during a group dinner. Saturday includes food trucks, music, and dancing. On Saturday evening a reggae band named A1 will perform. The weekend combines trail activity with communal meals, live music, and on-site camping facilities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
The Daydreamer 50k
50 km
The Daydreamer 50k Waitlist
30 km
The Daydreamer 30k
30 km
The Daydreamer 30k Waitlist
10 km
The Daydreamer 10k Waitlist
10 km
The Daydreamer 10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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