As of 12/28 We are sold out of event shirts

NEW LOCATION FOR 2023!

Looking to get one last run in before we say goodbye to 2023?

Want to be able to say you did Phoenix's first 5K of 2024?

StartLine Racing is honored to continue a Phoenix area tradition by hosting

the 34th Annual Midnight Madness run as we celebrate the end of 2023

and the start of a new race year!

This year's event will feature the final race of 2023 on December 31st at

10:30pm and the first race of 2024 with a run on January 1st at 12:10am

with a New Year's Celebration and Sparkling Cider toast in between.

This event is limited to 700 participants.

Registration fees

Double Down!! - Final 5K and First 5K Closed

Online registration closed

1. $40.00
  
  Jun 1 – Jun 30
2. $45.00
  
  Jul 1 – Nov 30
3. $50.00
  
  Dec 1 – Dec 31

Final 5K of 2023 Closed

Online registration closed

Race Starts at 10:30pm
1. $30.00
  
  Jun 1 – Jun 30
2. $35.00
  
  Jul 1 – Nov 30
3. $40.00
  
  Dec 1 – Dec 31

First 5K of 2024 Closed

Online registration closed

Race Starts at 12:10am
1. $30.00
  
  Jun 1 – Jun 30
2. $35.00
  
  Jul 1 – Nov 30
3. $40.00
  
  Dec 1 – Dec 31

Virtual Run Closed

Online registration closed

Get both the 2023 and 2024 medals!
1. $35.00
  
  Jun 1 – Nov 30
2. $40.00
  
  Dec 1 – Dec 31

Mail-in Registration Form

To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form! Please make checks payable to StartLine Racing.

Virtual Registration

Of course we would love for you to run the 34th Annual Midnight Madness event with us locally but we understand plans change. So, if you can't join us on race day and still want to run, get BOTH medals and the long sleeve pullover then you still can! Here is a way for you to take part in this annual event no matter where you are! And of course all prices include shipping! Please note that all items will be shipped after the completion of the event on January 1st. Prior to the event all virtual participants will receive an email with instructions on how to submit your time.

Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. If you reside outside of the US and wish to participate please contact StartLine Racing at info@startlineracing.com

What You Get!

Custom Event Finisher's Medal. For those running in both events you will receive 2 separate medals that connect to form one large medal.
Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech LONG SLEEVE Pullover. Option to select 'No Shirt' and receive $5 off your registration. SOLD OUT AS OF 12/28
Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups (Race day participants only). Our age groups are the following:
- 8 & Under, 9 & 10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Over
Sparkling Cider Toast at Midnight
Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc)
Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google
Owned by StartLine Racing to maximize your experience!
Please note any race related items (shirts, medals, etc.) will NOT be mailed to those that do not attend.

Race Day Information

Race day registration opens at 9pm. Cost on race day will be the following:
- Double Down - $60
- Final of 2023/First of 2024 - $45
We accept cash, and credit cards on race day (checks are no longer accepted)
Leashed Pet friendly!
There are no refunds due to inclement weather.
Due to the common start/finish line, there will be no bag check for this event.
This event is limited to 700 participants.
Race Day Check In will be available beginning at 9:00pm.

5K Course Map

Packet Pick-Up Opportunities

You will have two opportunities to pick-up your race packet (bib, chip, event swag, etc):

Saturday, December 30th from 2:00 - 5:00pm at Road Runner Sports - Tempe
- Road Runner Sports is located at 43 S McClintock Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 (map)
Sunday, December 31st starting at 9:00pm at Kiwanis Park - South Entrance (event site)

Event schedule

Sat, December 30, 2023 2:00 PM - Packet Pick-up at Road Runner Sports in Tempe 2-5pm
Sun, December 31, 2023 9:00 PM - Race Day Packet Pick-up and Registration Opens
Sun, December 31, 2023 10:30 PM - Final 5K Begins
Sun, December 31, 2023 11:30 PM - Final 5K Award Ceremony Begins (approx)
Mon, January 1, 2024 12:10 AM - First 5K Begins
Mon, January 1, 2024 1:05 AM - First 5K Award Ceremony Begins (approx)

Contact information

Event contact: StartLine Racing
Email: info@startlineracing.com
Phone: +1 480-912-7878
Website: Visit website