Arizona Veterans Day Run

Tempe, AZ

Join Team RWB Phoenix and StartLine Racing as we host

the 14th Annual AZ Veterans Day Run

on Saturday, November 14, 2026. This year we will be returning to the

running paths at Kiwanis Park in Tempe!

This year will feature a 10K, 5K and 1M distances.



Whether you are a competitive runner, a casual runner looking to run your first event, or just looking for a fun, family activity on a beautiful morning, all ages and ability levels are welcome!

A Portion of the proceeds will go directly to Team Red, White and Blue.

Team RWB’s mission is to enrich the lives of America’s veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activity.

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  To help support their amazing work, please visit our donation page here!

Thank You To This Year's Sponsor

What You Get

  • Custom Event Medal for ALL finishers.  This year we will be honoring the US Space Force with our signature dog tag finisher medals.
  • Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-shirt
  • Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups (excluding Virtual Runners) in the Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K divisions for the following:

    • 8 & Under, 9-10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 - 79, and 80 & Over

  • Pre- & Post-Race "Athlete's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, etc)
  • Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos provided by StartLine Racing on their Website

Course Maps

Race Day Information

  • Race Day Check In and Registration will be available beginning at 6:30am at Peoria Sports Complex (nearest Mariners Way).

    • We accept cash, check, and credit card on race day.  Race day prices are $60 for the 10K, $50 for the 5K, and $35 for the 1 Mile Run/Walk!

    • All shirts sizes may not be available on race day (please register online before race day to guarantee your shirt size choice).

  • Wheelchair, leashed pets, and stroller friendly event.

  • The course will take you along the paths of Skunk Creek Trail in Peoria (mix of concrete and asphalt trails).  Please note - some of the areas of the course will be open to public running/walking so please be good neighbors of the trail.

Event Schedule
  • November 13th 3:00PM -  Packet Pick-Up at Road Runner Sports - 3:00 - 6:00pm

  • November 14th 7:00AM -  Race Day Registration and Pickup at Kiwanis Park in Tempe

  • November 14th 8:00AM -  10K Begins

  • November 14th 8:15AM -  5K Begins

  • November 14th 8:30AM -  1 Mile Walk/Run Begins

  • November 14th 9:00AM -  Award Ceremony Begins (approx)

When & Where

Nov 14, 2026

Saturday

7:00 AM

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Tempe, AZ

Kiwanis Park

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