NEF Mardi Gras 5K

Join us on annual 4th of July run at White Tank Regional Park for a fun yet challenging 4 mile run. The run consist of 4 miles starting at the White Tank Regional Park entrance and running to top of the park for a memorable run of the summer. As you run your way through the mountains of the White Tanks you will have great views and challenging sections that you don't want to be missed.

Check out this awesome swag!!

• Finisher Medal

• Finisher T-shirt

Aid stations

• This is a green event therefor no cups are available at the water stations. We strongly suggest for all participants to run with a hydration gear. There will be a water station at mile 2 and mile 3.

Event schedule

• 5:00 am White Tank Regional Park Opens

• 5:05 am Packet pickup

• 5:10 am Shuttle begins to start line

• 5:45 am Last shuttle leaves to starting line

• 6:00 am Race Starts

Awards

• Awards to top 4 overall Males and Females

• Awards to top 4th place male and female in the following age groups.

• 19 and Under

• 20 to 39

• 40 to 49

• 50 to 59

• 60 and over

At the finish line

At the finish line we will have lots of refreshments, snacks and more!! Fun energetic music to celebrate your accomplishment and an awesome finisher medal for you to share all over your favorite social media.

Join us at the Arizona - Swim, Bike, Run Youth Triathlon.

The swim takes place at the Litchfield Park recreation center pool. The bike portion takes place along a community path and along Old Litchfield Rd and the run runs long Old Litchfield Rd and around the Tierra Verde Lake Park.

This is a USAT sanctioned event.

All participants must be a USAT member or purchase a one day membership.

What does it mean to be a USAT SACTIONED EVENT? It means that USA Triathlon provides insurance to the event so it can take place. USAT will also covers each individual participant in case of an accident during the event. Additional benefits are the all-race results are reported to USAT and each participant gets national rankings.

Cost of USAT membership $10.00 and this is an annual membership. If you participate in any other triathlon event that is sanctioned by USAT, you do not have to purchase another USAT membership.

Additional benefits of membership.

Insurance at Events: Additional accident insurance while participating in USA Triathlon sanctioned events.

Stay Informed: Subscriptions to USA Triathlon Magazine - the nation's only triathlon print publication - and Multisport Zone e-newsletter provide you the latest multisport training advice, news and more!

Rankings: Inclusion in USA Triathlon's national rankings.

Exclusive Discounts: Access exclusive discounts from USA Triathlon sponsors and the USA Triathlon store.

Represent Your Country: Qualify for a Team USA berth and represent your country while competing at World Triathlon Age Group World Championships.

Compete Nationally: Compete in various USA Triathlon national championships to test yourself against the best multisport athletes in the country.

Event Schedule

Please pick up timing chip 30 minutes before your event start-

BIKE HELMETS ARE MANDATORY! NO HELMET = NO RACE.

WE HAVE COLORED ARROWS FOR EACH AGE GROUPS, PARTICIPANTS ARE TO FOLLOW THEIR COLOR ARROW ALONG THE COURSE.

6:30 am Start 13-14 - COLOR GREEN

7:00 am Start 11-12 - COLOR GREEN

7:30 am Start 6 and Under - COLOR YELLOW

8:00 am Start 7-8 - COLOR RED

8:30 am Start 9-10 - COLOR RED

Event Divisions

6 and Under

.25 yards swim

.53 mile bike ride

.30 mile run

7 - 8 and 9-10

100 yards swim

1.06 mile bike ride

.75 mile run

11-12 and 13-14

150 yards swim

2.12 mile bike ride

1.25 mile run

Participant Swag

Each registered participant will get an

Event t-shirt and finisher medal

Check website for last day to guarantee event t-shirt.

Awards

We will have awards for each age group for boys and girls. Top 3 boy and top 3 girls.

Bring out your four legged friend as this race truly is "for the

dogs". This year's event will feature a 10k, 5K and 1Mile

distances and will take place at Rio Vista Park to benefit AZK9 Rescue.

This event is completely dog friendly, complete with

doggy pools at each aid station!

Event details and schedule

10K Course Map

5K Course Map

1 Mile Fun Run Course Map

Mail-in Registration Form and Virtual Run Information

To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form!

Can't make it to this year's event but still want to participate? We are excited to announce our Running For the Bulls Virtual Race. A virtual race is a race that can be ran at any location. You can walk, use the treadmill, run outside or participate in another race. You can run your race at your pace wherever you like. All virtual race participants will receive a custom event finisher's medal and custom event shirt. All you have to do is register above and we will mail you your gear after the event! Please note your shirt and medal will be mailed after the completion of the event on October 4, 2026. 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 [email protected]

All Participants Receive:

Custom Event medal

Custom Event Tech Shirt

Male and Female Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups for the 10K and 5K events (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, 75-79, 80 & Over

Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc) (Race day participants only)

Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google)

Event managed by StartLine Racing. Club SLR discounts do not apply.

Race Day Information

Race Day packet pickup will be available beginning at 6:00am at Rio Vista Park (map)

We accept cash, and credit cards on race day

Cost of registration on race day will be:

10K - $50

5K - $40

1 Mile - $30

We welcome wheelchairs, strollers, wagons and leashed pets!

No roller blades/skates, skateboards or motorized devices are allowed on the run or walk courses.

The course will take you through the multi use trails (all asphalt and concrete) of the New River Trail System, starting and ending at Rio Vista Park in Peoria - meaning no need for transportation before or after the race just to get back to your car! Please note - this is an open use trail system and does not close for our event.

This event will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds due to weather.

Packet Pick-up Opportunities

Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 2:00 - 5:00pm at TBD

Sunday, October 4, 2026 at Rio Vista Park (race location) beginning at 6:00am.

Event schedule

Sat, October 3, 2026 2:00 PM - Packet Pick-up at TBD from 2-5pm

Sun, October 4, 2026 6:00 AM - Race Day Packet Pick-up and Registration Opens

Sun, October 4, 2026 7:00 AM - 10K Run Begins

Sun, October 4, 2026 7:15 AM - 5K Run Begins

Sun, October 4, 2026 7:25 AM - 1 Mile Fun Run Begins

Sun, October 4, 2026 8:00 AM - Awards Ceremony Begins (approx.)