Sunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 PHOENIX

Sunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 PHOENIX takes place in Phoenix, Arizona, on December 12, 2026. The half marathon (13.1 miles), the 10K, the 5K and a one-mile family fun run share a 7:30 a.m. start for a sunrise run on a scenic course. Timing is offered as an option, and entrants receive a performance race shirt, a finisher medal and a digital training pack.

A December road race is a good excuse to keep building rather than shutting down for the year. Enter the distance that fits your current base, race it properly, then use the result to set targets for the spring instead of guessing in January. Twelve weeks of long runs makes the half comfortable; six or seven weeks of consistent running is enough for a decent 10K; the 5K asks for a serious warm-up and a willingness to be uncomfortable early.