The Lost Dutchman Marathon weekend of fun is conducted over the President's Day weekend to allow extra time for those of you who need to travel. Next year's running events will be held on Sunday, February 15, 2026. In addition to our signature Lost Dutchman Marathon, the Lost Dutchman offers a Half Marathon, 10K and an 8K Trail Run.
The marathon is a scenic, rolling, point-to-point, USATF certified course (AZ23001JOE) that can be used as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon.
2026 Lost Dutchman Marathon Events Registration
Registration is open for the 2026 Lost Dutchman Marathon Festival. Runners are encouraged to register online through ChronoTrack. This helps us to keep our administrative costs down as well as provide you with the best race day experience possible. Runners may also register in person near race day - space permitting.
Lost Dutchman Marathon event registration is limited for all races in order maintain a small, friendly race and stay within the capacity of Prospector Park. Register today at ChronoTrack to ensure availability of your favorite race and take advantage of our lower entry fees.
2026 Lost Dutchman Race Fees, Limits and Start Times
| 2026 Prices | Early Bird Pricing Through 06/12/2025 | 6/13/2025 through 08/21/2025 | 8/22/2025 through 10/18/2025 | 10/19/2025 through 01/02/2026 | 1/3/2026 through 01/30/2026 | 1/31/2026 through 02/15/2026 | Maximum Runners | Start Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marathon | $109 | $119 | $124 | $129 | $139 | $149 | 400 | 7:00 a.m. |
| Half Marathon | $89 | $99 | $104 | $109 | $119 | $129 | 900 | 7:15 a.m. |
| 10K | $44 | $49 | $52 | $54 | $59 | $64 | 800 | 8:00 a.m. |
| 8K Trail Run | $44 | $49 | $52 | $54 | $59 | $64 | 800 | 7:45 a.m. |
| 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk | $20 | $20 | $20 | $20 | $20 | $20 | No Limit | 9:30 a.m. SATURDAY, Feb 14th |
*No race day marathon registration. The marathon minimum age is 14 and maximum time for all entrants is 6 1/4 hours - strictly enforced
Walk In Registration Thursday, Firday, Saturday and Race Day
Walk in registration, packet pick up and race changes are available in person Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday before the event if space remains.
- Thursday February 12, 2026 runners can pick up their packets at Road Runner Sports - Tempe, 43 S McClintock Dr., Tempe, AZ 85281 (Map) from 3:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m.
- Friday February 13, 2026 runners can pick up their packets at Road Runner Sports - Tempe, 43 S McClintock Dr., Tempe, AZ 85281 (Map) from 11:00 a.m. till 6:30 p.m.
- Saturday, February 14, 2026 at the Multi-Generational Center, 1035 N. Idaho Rd. Apache Junction, AZ from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Map). The 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk is 9:30 a.m. on Saturday with the start and finish at the center.
- NON-MARATHONERS can also register on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at Prospector Park, 3015 N. Idaho Rd., Apache Junction, AZ beginning at 5:45 a.m.
- There is no day of race registration or packet pick up for the full marathon. Marathon runners MUST pick up race packets Thursday, Friday or Saturday. Someone may pick up your packet for you.
Runner Shirts
All registered runners will each receive a long sleeve runner shirt this year. Last year's shirt is pictured below.
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Registration Confirmation
To confirm your registration visit our registration confirmation page or login to your account at ChronoTrack and check your calendar.Cancellation
We are unable to offer runners refunds or deferrals for any reason.
Please review our Event Cancellation or Modification Policy in case weather or natural disaster force course modification or the complete cancellation of any of our races.
Race Packets
Packet pick up:
- Thursday February 12, 2026 runners can pick up their packets at Road Runner Sports - Tempe, 43 S McClintock Dr., Tempe, AZ 85281 (Map) from 3:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m.
- Friday February 13, 2026 runners can pick up their packets at Road Runner Sports - Tempe, 43 S McClintock Dr., Tempe, AZ 85281 (Map) from 11:00 a.m. till 6:30 p.m.
- Saturday, February 14, 2026 at the Multi-Generational Center, 1035 N. Idaho Rd. Apache Junction, AZ from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Map). The 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk is 9:30 a.m. on Saturday with the start and finish at the center.
- NON-MARATHONERS can pick up their packets Sunday, February 15, 2026 at Prospector Park 3015 N. Idaho Rd. Apache Junction, AZ beginning at 5:45 a.m.
- There is no day of race packet pick up for the full marathon. Marathon runners MUST pick up race packets Thursday, Friday or Saturday.
- You may have someone else pick up your race packet. Race Packets will NOT be mailed.
Chip Timing: The race will be chip timed. Your chip is a part of your bib, do not remove it. Your number bib must be worn on the front and be visible at all times during the race.
Runner Tracking for 2026
We will be using live runner tracking so that friends and family are able to track your progress live via text message. Finish times will be posted for all timed events; additionally the marathon, half marathon, and 10k will have multiple timing locations along their routes. You will be able to sign up for Live Runner Tracking here closer to race day.
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