Upcoming Events

P.F. Chang's Rock 'N' Roll Marathon:

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Two New Courses!
Sunday, January 15, 2012

Runners and walkers will experience the thrill of two new courses at the ninth annual P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon & ½ Marathon. The new routes showcase a mix of Arizona’s upbeat urban life and dramatic desert scenery. And half marathoners are sure to love the ease of the new loop course!

Inclusive and fun – the marathon and half marathon are perfect for runners and walkers of all ability levels. Toss in 70 live bands, 40 chanting cheer squads and themed water stations and you’ll have plenty inspiration to make it to the finish line! To register or for detailed course descriptions, maps and elevation charts visit http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/arizona.
Event Highlights:
• 3-Day Holiday Weekend
• NEW and Scenic Courses
• Half Marathon Loop Course
• Exciting Health & Fitness Expo
• Live Bands & Cheer Stations Every Mile
• Rockin’ Finish Line Celebration at ASU Sun Angel Stadium
• FREE Post Race Headliner Concert
• High Performance Brooks Technical T-shirts
• Custom Finisher’s Medals





FREE! SRP Kick Off Party & 3-Mile Training Run

When: Sunday, October 30 from 8 am to 11am
Where: PERA Club (1 E. Continental Dr.; Tempe, AZ 85281)

The SRP Kick Off Party and 3-Mile Training Run is the official warm-up for the P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Arizona Marathon & ½ Marathon and offers runners and walkers a taste of the rock 'n' roll experience at a shorter distance. Bring your family and friends to this free community event featuring an expo with training clinics, music, refreshments and lots of exciting giveaways!

For details, visit http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/arizona/event-details.





Rock the Relay!

The P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Arizona Half Marathon relay is back for 2012! Runners and walkers of all levels can now enjoy the half marathon experience by grabbing a partner and tackling the 13.1-mile distance as a team. Relay participants will receive all of the half marathon perks including a finisher's medal, Brook's technical T-shirt, swag bag and most importantly, a rockin' half marathon memory!

http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/2011/04/arizona/grab-a-buddy-and-rock-the-relay_7819





Official Charity Training Programs
Make a difference, make new friends and make it to the finish line! With our Official Charity Training programs, you train with a team and receive valuable coaching, travel to and from the race and accommodations over the race weekend.

For information on joining or becoming an Official Charity, please call 1-800-311-1255, or visit http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/arizona/charity




GET FIT Challenge

Have you been looking for a way to have fun with your co-workers, get involved in your community and get in shape? Welcome to the GET FIT Challenge! A friendly team competition designed to get you out of the office, and in training for the marathon or half marathon. Corporations, running clubs and other organized groups are welcome and encouraged to take part in the GET FIT fun. So rally your co-workers, family and friends and start training today!

http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/arizona/get-fit-challenge




Health & Fitness Expo, Presented by FOX 10 and My 45

Expo Dates/Hours:
January 13th: 10am – 7pm;
January 14th: 9am – 6pm
Location: Phoenix Convention Center - North Building; 100 N. Third Street Phoenix, AZ 85004 [map]

Race weekend festivities kick-off with the two-day Health & Fitness Expo, presented by FOX 10 and My45! Experience one of the largest and most dynamic running Expos in the country, featuring over 100 interactive booths and the latest in health, running and more. Race participants will need to pick-up their race number, timing device, Brooks Technical T-shirt, and Goodie bag at the Expo. Expo admission is FREE and open to the public.

http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/arizona/event-details#expo




Volunteer Opportunities:

Not interested in the run, but want to take part in the fun? Over 4,000 volunteers are needed to support the runners and walkers on their journey to the finish line. At the Expo, on the course, and at the Start and Finish - we need your help to make it happen.

Volunteer online today at http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/arizona/volunteer or email volunteeraz@competitorgroup.com