The Buckeye Marathon
Sub-events Details
Marathon
Join us for one of Arizona’s fastest races — the Buckeye Marathon, known for its downhill and speedy course that's perfect for chasing a personal best or qualifying for Boston!
Marathoners will descend over 530 feet in elevation from start to finish. The course begins in the Sun City Festival community, winds around the scenic White Tank Mountains, and finishes on the runway at Buckeye Municipal Airport.
Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Fun Run participants will start and finish at the airport. Each out-and-back course offers beautiful views of the White Tank Mountains.
USATF Certified Courses
Boston and National Qualifier
All events are chip timed
6-hour marathon course time limit (13:45/mile pace)
Proceeds benefit the City of Buckeye Youth Scholarship Fund, supporting access to recreational activities for local kids