Desert Solstice

Desert Solstice is a prestigious ultrarunning track event held annually at Central High School Track in Phoenix, Arizona. It features competitive 24-hour and 100-mile races on a 400-meter all-weather track, with the direction of travel changing every four hours. The event is invitation or qualification-only, limited to 25 runners for the main distances, and serves as a prime opportunity for setting national and world records, as well as qualifying for the US 24 Hour national team.

The race offers prize money for top performances and maintains strict track etiquette to ensure safety and efficiency. Aid stations, volunteer support, and accommodations for handlers are provided, with typical December weather being mild but variable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.