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37th Annual Midnight Madness Run

Tempe, Arizona, United States

calendar_today 31 Dec, 2026

directions_run Running

sell $38.81 – $54.86

About the Event

Experience the thrill of running into the New Year at Phoenix’s iconic Midnight Madness, celebrating both the end of 2026 and the beginning of 2027. The StartLine Racing team is proud to host this beloved tradition for its 37th year.
On December 31st, lace up your shoes and join runners from across the city at the final 5K race of 2026 starting promptly at 10:30 PM. As midnight approaches, revel in the festive atmosphere with a New Year's Eve celebration that promises to set the tone for the upcoming year.
Then, on January 1st, kick off your new beginnings early morning by participating in the first 5K race of 2027 at 12:10 AM. The run will be followed by a sparkling cider toast, marking the perfect way to welcome the New Year with friends and fellow runners.
Midnight Madness offers more than just racing; it’s an event that brings together communities in celebration, making memories that last well beyond the finish line. Whether you’re looking for a challenging race or simply want to enjoy the festive spirit of the season, this event has something special to offer every runner.

Races Offered

Double Down!! - Final 5K and First 5K Ope

Dec 31, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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22:30

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$54.86

Final 5K of 2026 Opening soon

Dec 31, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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22:30

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$38.81

First 5K of 2027 Opening soon

Dec 31, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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22:30

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$38.81

Virtual Run Opening soon

Dec 31, 2026

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Distance — Virtual Run Opening soon

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Type — Running

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22:30

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$44.17

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for December in Tempe.

thermostat Temperature

8.9° / 21.6°

wb_sunny Feels like

5.7° / 18.6°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

8h 36m

water_drop Avg rainfall

0.4 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

5.6 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

42.4%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:23

nightlight Sunset

17:22

About Tempe

Learn more about the host city, Tempe.

Tempe is a city of 180,587 (2020) in the Greater Phoenix area of Arizona, best known as the home of Arizona State University (ASU). Its younger, student-heavy population allows it to offer a vibrant nightlife that is relatively rare in Arizona.