TEMPE, AZ — It’s PARADOX Rock 'n' Roll Arizona race week! Three races take place in Tempe on Jan. 18-19, 2025.
The distances for the PARADOX Rock 'n' Roll Arizona event are a half marathon, 10K, and 5K. The online registration is now closed, but you can still register at the Health & Fitness Expo on January 17-18.
Before the races start, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series features a ‘Health & Fitness Expo’ where participants can pick up their race number, gear bag, and t-shirt. This expo is free and open to the public at the Phoenix Convention Center South Building (Halls F-G) on January 17 from 12-7 p.m. and Saturday, January 18, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
If you’re running this year, during race week you can get some cool discounts at places like Desert Roots Kitchen, Mellow Mushroom, and Majerle's Sports Grill.
- Runners have to show their bib, medal, or confirmation email to redeem the offers. You can check out all the participating businesses, right here.
ENTERTAINMENT
There will be on-course entertainment throughout the races at selected mile stops.
Some of the performers include: The Chadwicks, Gary the Singing Cowboy, DJ Soloman, and other Arizona talent. Click here to see the full list of artists and at what mile stop they’ll be performing.
RACE WEEKEND SCHEDULE
- Saturday, January 18 – Race Day
- 8 a.m. – 5K start line is at Tempe Beach Park [80 West Rio Salado Parkway].
- Sunday, January 19 – Race Day
- 7:15 a.m. – 10K start line is at S. Mill Ave at 3rd Street.
- 7:15 a.m. – The Half Marathon start line is at S. Mill Ave at 3rd Street.
MAP COURSES
5K
10K
Half Marathon
ROAD CLOSURES
Even if you’re not running, you should be aware of road impacts due to the event. See the traffic closures in the area that could affect your weekend commute on the map below, or here:
The video in the player above showcases some of the best things to do in the Valley this January. Read more about it right here.
