Looking to get one last run in before we say goodbye to 2025?
Want to be able to say you did Phoenix's first 5K of 2026?
StartLine Racing is honored to continue a Phoenix area tradition by hosting
the 36th Annual Midnight Madness run as we celebrate the end of 2025
and the start of a new race year!
This year's event will feature the final 5K race of 2025 on December 31st at
10:30pm and the first 5K race of 2026 with a run on January 1st at 12:10am
with a New Year's Celebration and Sparkling Cider toast in between.
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Double Down!! - Final 5K and First 5K
Price changes in 1 month 6 days-
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Register for Double Down!! - Final 5K and First 5K$54.86
$50 + processing fee
Now registering May 10 – Jun 30 -
$60.22
$55 + processing fee
Jul 1 – Nov 30 -
$65.57
$60 + processing fee
Dec 1 – Dec 31
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Final 5K of 2025
Price changes in 1 month 6 days-
Race Starts at 10:30pm
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Register for Final 5K of 2025$38.81
$35 + processing fee
Now registering May 10 – Jun 30 -
$44.17
$40 + processing fee
Jul 1 – Nov 30 -
$49.52
$45 + processing fee
Dec 1 – Dec 31
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First 5K of 2026
Price changes in 1 month 6 days-
Race Starts at 12:10am
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Register for First 5K of 2026$38.81
$35 + processing fee
Now registering May 10 – Jun 30 -
$44.17
$40 + processing fee
Jul 1 – Nov 30 -
$49.52
$45 + processing fee
Dec 1 – Dec 31
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Virtual Run
Get both the 2025 and 2026 medals!
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Register for Virtual Run$44.17
$40 + processing fee
May 10 - 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 36th 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.
- 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 who register for the in person event and choose not to attend.
Race Day Information
- Race day registration opens at 9pm.
- Cost on race day will be the following:
- Double Down - $70
- 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.
- 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
- Tue, December 30, 2025 3:00 PM - Packet Pick-up at Road Runner Sports in Tempe 3-6pm
- Wed, December 31, 2025 9:00 PM - Race Day Packet Pick-up and Registration Opens
- Wed, December 31, 2025 10:30 PM - Final 5K Begins
- Wed, December 31, 2025 11:30 PM - Final 5K Award Ceremony Begins (approx)
- Thu, January 1, 2026 12:10 AM - First 5K Begins
- Thu, January 1, 2026 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
