The Dave McKay Memorial Half Marathon is Arizona’s second oldest half marathon. The annual half marathon benefits local charities. The course is hilly, challenging with a combination of paved city streets, dirt roads and single track mountain trails. Participants must be prepared for the high altitude – the course is about 7000 feet above sea level. All finishers in the half marathon will receive a beautiful handmade medal made by a local runner.
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Race Info
There will be no registration on the race day, just pre-registration and getting bibs and T-shirts. All registered participants will receive free pizza at Grand Canyon Adventures. Friends and families can make a $10 donation to join the party.
All half marathon participants will receive a commemorative finisher’s medal.
The half marathon and 5K participants will receive a colorful long sleeve T-shirt. Kid’s Dash run participants will receive a medal.
The half marathon time limit is 3,5 hours. The organizers offer an early start at 6 AM for those who need extra time. With an early start, finisher’s medals will be issued, but participants will not be eligible for awards in age categories. In August the weather here is usually mild to moderately warm. On the race day, the average low is 50ºF and the average high is 80ºF.
Race Date
August 10, 2024.
Location
191 N Thorpe Rd, Flagstaff, AZ US 86001
Directions
Distances
- Half marathon (13.1 miles)
- 5K
- Kid’s Dash
Starting Time
- 7:15 AM – Kid’s Dash
- 7:30 AM – half marathon
- 7:45 AM – 5K
Entry Fees
- $75 and up – half marathon
- $40 and up – 5K
- $10 and up – Kid’s Dash
Course Map
You can find the course map and description here: runsignup.com.
Registration
Sign up for the Dave McKay Memorial Half Marathon at runsignup.com.
Official Race Website
Always refer to the official website for the latest race information: runsignup.com. The elevation ranges from 6957 feet at the start of the trail to 7731 feet at 7,5 miles. Most of the climbing is in the first 1,25 miles.
Social Media
If you have any questions about the race, follow its Facebook page.
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