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Run Phoenix’s park paths for Memorial Day
Choose a 5K, 10K, half marathon, or 1-mile fun run at G.R. Herberger Park and turn your long weekend into a scenic tribute.
Event details
The Memorial Day Run 5K/10K/13.1 PHOENIX starts your holiday weekend with a purposeful morning at G.R. Herberger Park in Phoenix’s Arcadia area. You choose your distance from the half marathon, 10K, or 5K, and families can opt for the 1 mile fun run. The route loops through the park and follows the Arizona Canal, a flat, fast setup with clear sightlines and an easy rhythm for pacing.
You can expect an energetic but respectful scene, with local run clubs, competitive runners, and walkers sharing the same start area. A brief collective pause for remembrance sets the tone before the gun, then the focus shifts to steady miles and a strong finish back into the park where spectators gather. The event wraps up by mid morning, leaving you time for nearby stops such as the Desert Botanical Garden, Camelback Mountain trail access, or a polished brunch in Arcadia.
Plan to arrive by 6:45 AM for parking and packet pickup, since early start times come quickly. Pricing typically begins around $30 and rises closer to race day, and the half marathon can fill first, so register early if that is your goal. May sun in Phoenix is intense even in the morning, so wear moisture wicking gear and high SPF sunscreen; hydration stations line the canal, and half marathoners will appreciate a handheld bottle. Parking at G.R. Herberger Park is limited, so rideshare or arriving together improves your odds of an easy arrival, and strollers are welcome in the 5K and 1 mile events.
For the most convenient logistics, stay in Arcadia or Biltmore for quick access to the start and an easy reach to Scottsdale shopping and dining. If you want more space, we suggest a vacation rental with a pool for a post race reset. Heat is always a factor, but the early schedule helps, organizers monitor conditions, and water support is built in; distance changes are often possible before race day, sometimes with a fee, and pets rules vary by year, so confirm the current policy if you plan to bring a dog to the park or course area.
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