Mesa Marathon
The Mesa Marathon offers a fast, net-downhill course through Arizona's Sonoran Desert.
Race Date
Feb 13, 2027
Location
Mesa, AZ
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, February 13, 2027
- Location
- Mesa, Arizona
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2M, 10K run | kids run
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Mesa Marathon is a USATF-certified event known for its fast, net-downhill course, designed to help runners achieve personal bests. With a significant start/finish separation of 24%, the course is engineered for speed, making it a prime destination for those chasing a PR or a Boston Qualifier.
The race takes place in Mesa, Arizona, offering a desert landscape as its backdrop. The typical race-day weather in February provides cool, comfortable temperatures, averaging between 46–69°F, ideal for competitive running. The event also includes a full marathon and a 10K, catering to a range of running abilities.
While specific numbers for field size, states represented, or repeat runner rates were not provided, the USATF certification and net-downhill profile suggest a well-organized event focused on performance. The marketing emphasizes earning a "bird" at the finish, hinting at a celebratory atmosphere for participants.
Race-provided description
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Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Desert
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
+2.37 m
Separation
24.2%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
AZ25032JOE · Mesa Half Marathon (alternate)
Net downhill course — fast finishing times are common.
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
USATF certified · 3 timing sources
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 69°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
46°
Afternoon (High)
69°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.0"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
40%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Mesa Marathon?
The Mesa Marathon is held on Saturday, February 13, 2027.
Where does the Mesa Marathon take place?
It takes place in Mesa, Arizona.
What distances does the Mesa Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2M, 10K run | kids run.
Is the Mesa Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Mesa Marathon is a ultra-flat, point to point course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
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