FEBRUARY 14, 2026
2026 Mesa Marathon starts in
EARN THE BIRD AT THE Mesa Marathon
The Mesa Marathon is the premier race in Arizona. Runners receive the race experience and perks of a major marathon as well as the personalized service and local flavor of your favorite hometown race. Race day is all about the runner, from industry-leading shirts and medals to unmatched course support and the best finish experience to be found.
The smooth downhill courses through breathtaking scenery offer the perfect opportunity for a BQ or PR. With a marathon, half marathon, 10K, and free Kids 1K, there is something for everyone at this Arizona favorite.
Why the New Look for the Mesa Marathon?
Exciting news - The Phoenix Marathon has been launched, bringing together the
two premier marathons in the Valley. A little history: when the Mesa Marathon was first launched, it was originally called the Phoenix Marathon.
That's why you've always seen the Phoenix in the logo! Now, with the launch of
the all-new, reborn Phoenix Marathon, the original logo is being brought back to a race that represents
the heart of the city; and the Mesa Marathon now boasts a fresh, new look that continues to give runners the opportunity to Earn the Bird!
The Mesa Marathon isn't going
anywhere - it's still the fast, PR-friendly race you know and love.
But with the Phoenix Marathon now in the mix, the running scene in Arizona is evolving and elevating to provide runners two top-tier events. New look,
same epic experience. See you at the start lines!
