About P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon + Half Marathon

At this year’s race expect:

¨ 5,000 volunteers

¨ 35,000 athletes

¨ 100,000 spectators

¨ $45 million economic impact to Arizona

The P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon and Half Marathon blends the best of Arizona’s sights, weather and spirit. The course winds through Phoenix and Scottsdale before crossing the Mill Avenue Bridge over Tempe Town Lake and finishing at Sun Devil Stadium.

People travel from around the world to participate in this event. Some of the world’s fastest distance runners break records on this course. For many, the race is a chance to help their favorite charity, strive for a personal best, or complete a fitness challenge. For others, it’s an opportunity to cheer on their family and friends, or even those who just happen to be passing by.

The race is produced by Elite Racing, Inc., a sports-marketing and management company based in San Diego that is considered to be the leader in producing world-class running events. In addition to P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Arizona, Elite Racing produces eight events each year, including the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon, Country Music Marathon & ½ Marathon, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon and the Carlsbad 5000, the world's fastest 5K.

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