AZ Veterans Day Run
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Event overview
The AZ Veterans Day Run takes place on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at the Peoria Sports Complex in Peoria, AZ. The event benefits Team Red, White and Blue and will honor the U.S. Coast Guard in 2025. Distances offered include:
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- 1 Mile
- Virtual Run
Registration includes a custom event medal and options for event swag. A portion of proceeds will be donated to Team Red, White and Blue. A Remembrance Garden will be available in the event area; a 12" x 18" remembrance sign may be purchased for $15 with proceeds (minus sign cost) donated to Team Red, White and Blue.
Course, support and logistics
All in-person courses start and finish at the Peoria Sports Complex and run on the New River Trail System on asphalt and concrete. The trail remains open to the public during the event. Water and Gatorade stations are placed at specific mile markers for each distance; GU gels are available for half marathon runners at miles 5.8 and 11. Restrooms are located at multiple mile points, with some facilities off course in Rio Vista Park next to the trail and playground.
Packet pick-up is available the day before at Road Runner Sports in North Phoenix and on race day. The event is rain or shine; there are no refunds or transfers due to weather. Wheelchairs, strollers, and wagons are permitted but must start at the back. Bicycles, roller blades/skates, skateboards, and motorized devices are not allowed on the courses. Age group awards for top three finishers are given for the 10K and 5K (race day participants only). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.