The Marathon Project
Updated
Saturday, December 12, 2026, first start 7:00 AM, in Chandler (5700 W North Loop Rd). Distances: 5K, Marathon. Entry from $50 to $500; the 5K goes from $50 to $65 after December 7.
Course and race notes
A Premier Race Weekend Experience.
The Marathon Project - As Fast As Possible. Comprehensive race info available at:. www.themarathonproject.com.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, December 12
2026 · in 35 days
Start time
7:00 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5KMarathon
Price
$50 to $500
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Mon Dec 7 (in 30 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Dec 12 (in 35 days)
Opened Dec 31, 2025
Race day in Chandler
Weather
65° / 40°F
Typical high and low for December 12, with a 9% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, South Phoenix, AZ (9 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:21 AM – 5:21 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday. The 7:00 AM start is 21 minutes before sunrise, so bring a light and something reflective.
Calculated for the race location.
Where it is
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Dec 11
Where to stay
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Trip cost
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.