Looking to get one last run in before we say goodbye to 2024?
Want to be able to say you did Phoenix's first 5K of 2025?
StartLine Racing is honored to continue a Phoenix area tradition by hosting
the 35th Annual Midnight Madness run as we celebrate the end of 2024
and the start of a new race year!
This year's event will feature the final 5K race of 2024 on December 31st at
10:30pm and the first 5K race of 2025 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 800 participants.
Registration fees
Double Down!! - Final 5K and First 5K
Price changes in 9 days 22 hours-
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$45.00May 5 – Jun 30
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Register for Double Down!! - Final 5K and First 5K$50.00Now registering Jul 1 – Nov 30
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$55.00Dec 1 – Dec 31
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Final 5K of 2024
Price changes in 9 days 22 hours-
Race Starts at 10:30pm
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$35.00May 5 – Jun 30
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Register for Final 5K of 2024$40.00Now registering Jul 1 – Nov 30
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$45.00Dec 1 – Dec 31
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First 5K of 2025
Price changes in 9 days 22 hours-
Race Starts at 12:10am
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$35.00May 5 – Jun 30
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Register for First 5K of 2025$40.00Now registering Jul 1 – Nov 30
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$45.00Dec 1 – Dec 31
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Virtual Run
Get both the 2024 and 2025 medals!
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Register for Virtual Run$40.00May 5 - Dec 31
Thank you to our Sponsors!
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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 35th 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 hooded shirt 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.
- New for 2024! Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech Long Sleeve Hooded Shirt. Option to select 'No Shirt' and receive $5 off your registration.
- 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 Snack" (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.
 Medals connect to form one large medal |  Hooded Long Sleeve Tech Shirt |
Race Day Information
- Race day registration opens at 9pm. Cost on race day will be the following:
- Double Down - $60
- Final of 2024/First of 2025 - $50
- 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 800 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):
| Shop While You Pick Up Your Packet! Enjoy this special offer:
Please see in-store coupon for details. |
Event schedule
- Mon, December 30, 2024 3:00 PM - Packet Pick-up at Road Runner Sports in Tempe 3-6pm
- Tue, December 31, 2024 9:00 PM - Race Day Packet Pick-up and Registration Opens
- Tue, December 31, 2024 10:30 PM - Final 5K Begins
- Tue, December 31, 2024 11:30 PM - Final 5K Award Ceremony Begins (approx)
- Wed, January 1, 2025 12:05 AM - Race day packet pickup and registration closes
- Wed, January 1, 2025 12:10 AM - First 5K Begins
- Wed, January 1, 2025 1:05 AM - First 5K Award Ceremony Begins (approx)
Contact information
- Event contact
- StartLine Racing
- info@startlineracing.com
- Phone
- +1 480-912-7878
- Website
- Visit website
