The Marathon Project
About this race
A Premier Race Weekend Experience.
The Marathon Project - As Fast As Possible.
Comprehensive race info available at:
www.themarathonproject.com
Join fellow runners on December 12, 2026 for the The Marathon Project. It's a fantastic Marathon, 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Chandler.
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Running
Gold Wave Marathon
The Marathon Project Gold Wave will consist of just 400 total participants. Athletes who have run under 3:30:00 for the marathon, 1:42:00 for the half marathon, 46:00 for 10k, or 22:00 for 5k may register and will be accepted.
Pro Marathon
The Marathon Project Professional Race will consist of 100 men and 100 women as selected by race organizers. Athletes who have run under 2:20:00 (M) and 2:42:00 (W) since January 1, 2022 may register and will be accepted. Equivalent performances at shorter distances may be used to meet the entry standards as well: Half Marathon: 1:07:00 (M) 1:18:00 (W), 10,000m or 10k: 31:00 (M) 36:00 (W), 5,000m or 5k: 14:30 (M) or 17:00 (W). Athletes who have run above these standards are encouraged to register for the Gold Wave.
TMP 5k
The TMP 5k is open to runners of all ages and abilities. There are no entry standards or field size limits.
Weather Overview
These values represent the 2-year monthly averages for December in Chandler.
About Chandler
The Marathon Project takes place in Chandler, Arizona, United States. The local timezone is America/Phoenix.
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