Arizona · 24hrs
Desert Solstice
Desert Solstice is a 24hrs event held in Phoenix, Arizona. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, December 19, 2026. About 25 runners take part across all distances.
- Race day
- December 19, 2026
- Location
- Phoenix, AZ
- Field size
- ~25 runners
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, December 19, 2026
- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Distances
- 24hrs
- Field size
- About 25 runners
- Course
- 0 ft gain
- Registration
- aravaiparunning.com
- Official website
- aravaiparunning.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 8:00 AM MST
- Course profile
- Loop course; Road surface
About the Desert Solstice
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Desert Solstice: common questions
- When is the Desert Solstice?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, December 19, 2026.
- Where is the Desert Solstice held?
- In Phoenix, Arizona.
- What distances does the Desert Solstice offer?
- 24hrs.
- How many people run the Desert Solstice?
- About 25 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Desert Solstice?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at aravaiparunning.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Desert Solstice?
- Yes — registration is open. $325 (from aravaiparunning.com, checked October 16, 2026).
- What time does the Desert Solstice start?
- 8:00 AM MST.
- What is the course like at the Desert Solstice?
- Loop course; Road surface.
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