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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, Mar 5, 2027 | ||||
| Doggie Dash 3K Presented By Thompson Family Plumbing | Other | Mar 5, 20276:00 PM | $30$33 after Nov 7, 2026 | – |
| Saturday, Mar 6, 2027 | ||||
| Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Mar 6, 20276:30 AM | $90$95 after Nov 7, 2026 | – |
| Lighthouse Challenge (Half & 5K Same Day) | Other | Mar 6, 20276:30 AM | $115$120 after Nov 7, 2026 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Mar 6, 20279:30 AM | $35$40 after Nov 7, 2026 | – |
| Virtual 5KVirtual | 5K | Mar 6, 20277:00 AM | $33$40 after Feb 5, 2027 | – |
| Virtual Half MarathonVirtual | Half Marathon | Mar 6, 20277:00 AM | $35$45 after Feb 5, 2027 | – |
| Virtual Lighthouse Challenge (Half & 5K)Virtual | Other | Mar 6, 20277:00 AM | $60$70 after Feb 5, 2027 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Other fee goes up to $33 on Nov 7, 2026.
Online registration closes Mar 6, 2027, unless the race fills first.
At $90, entry is about 57 percent above a typical half marathon in Arizona, which costs $57.50 right now.
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Arizona runs 2:13:41, about 10:12 a mile, based on 24 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:23:25 and men in 2:01:29.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:02 AM, and the Doggie Dash 3K Presented By Thompson Family Plumbing starts at 6:00 PM. The start sits about 520 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
London Bridge Beach, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Aggregated from official results (Jackrabbit Race Management (actually in New Mexico)) for Havasu Half Marathon & 5K. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
At the 2026 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 27:59 or better, the top quarter in 32:29, and half the field in 40:07; the last tenth came in after 55:11.
At the 2026 Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:49:23 or better, the top quarter in 2:13:19, and half the field in 2:31:44; the last tenth came in after 3:04:42.
At the 2026 Lighthouse Challenge (Half & 5K Same Day), the fastest tenth finished in 2:18:57 or better, the top quarter in 2:38:56, and half the field in 3:00:11; the last tenth came in after 3:52:24.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Down 6 percent since 2023.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2023 to 2026, the field went from 388 to 464 finishers, and the median time dropped from 42:03 to 40:07.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 464 (+58%) | 40:07 | under 27:59 | 17:57 |
| 2025 | 293 (-28%) | 38:17 | under 26:41 | 17:17 |
| 2024 | 409 (+5%) | 41:34 | under 27:42 | 19:24 |
| 2023 | 388 | 42:03 | under 28:20 | 18:17 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
Slower than most Arizona 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 32:29, against 30:59 in a typical Arizona 5K, so times here run 5 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Around March 5 the day usually runs from 52°F at dawn to 71°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 4% of days. Cold snaps dip to 42°F and hot years reach 82°F.
Based on 76 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of Havasu Half Marathon & 5K cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
Want to be part of the race-day excitement? Volunteer at the Havasu Half and earn credit toward a future event! Volunteer Perks: ✔ Earn race credit for each shift you work. ✔ Volunteer for multiple shifts to combine credit. ✔ Friends &…
Course
Half Marathon - You will run over AND under the London Bridge! This course is USATF Certified. It begins at 6:30am and has a 4.5 hour time limit. Lighthouse Challenge (Half & 5K Same Day ) - Do both races back to back. You'll get a bonus…
Course
🏃♀️ Check out the individual courses here.
Parking and travel
The Holiday Inn Express is adjacent to the London Bridge off of Highway 95 and London Bridge Road across from In & Out and walking distance to the start/finish line. Non Smoking and no pets please. If you stay here, you will run right by…
Parking and travel
🚗 Check out the driving directions to the event here.
Shirt and medal
Everyone who registers and completes the course will receive a finisher medal & a race t-shirt!
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Join us for the 7th Annual Havasu Half Marathon and 5K!
Whether you're aiming for a personal best or participating for fun, the Havasu Half Marathon and 5K is an event you won't want to miss. This is a charity event raising money for the local Boys & Girls Club of the Colorado River. Enjoy picturesque views of Lake Havasu and the surrounding desert landscape. Lace up your shoes and get ready to run like you mean it.
Why run in Lake Havasu City in March? March offers ideal running conditions in Lake Havasu City, with average daily high temperatures in the 70's. The skies are predominantly clear, providing ample sunshine to energize your run.