Buckeye Marathon

The 12th Annual Buckeye Marathon, held in Buckeye, Arizona, offers a marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Fun Run. The marathon features a fast, downhill course dropping over 530 feet in elevation, starting in Sun City Festival and finishing on the runway at Buckeye Municipal Airport. Other races start and finish at the airport, with scenic views of the White Tank Mountains.

The event is USATF certified and serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier. All races are chip timed, with water and aid stations along the routes. Proceeds support the Buckeye Youth Scholarship Fund, promoting youth recreational activities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.