2025 Across The Years

Across The Years 2026 is a multi‑day running festival taking place from December 28, 2025 to January 3, 2026 at the Peoria Sports Complex (16101 N 83rd Ave, Peoria, AZ). The event is scheduled for early winter, with typical January weather in Peoria ranging from 45–55 °F during the day and dipping to 30–35 °F at night; wind speeds are usually light, and a brief snowfall is possible. Participants can expect a community‑oriented festival featuring fixed‑time races, fixed‑distance contests, and the high‑energy Last Person Standing competition—all set on a 1.42‑mile loop that alternates between dirt and asphalt, with a modest elevation gain of about 23 ft per lap.

What race formats are available at Across The Years 2026?

• →Fixed‑time races: 6‑Day, 72‑Hour, 48‑Hour, 24‑Hour, 12‑Hour, 6‑Hour
• →Fixed‑distance races: 200 Mile, 100 Mile, 100 KM, Marathon
• →Special format: Last Person Standing

How are the races scheduled throughout the festival?

• →Sunday, December 28

- 9:00 AM: 6‑Day, 72/48/24/12/6 Hour, 200 Mile, 100 Mile, Marathon

- 9:15 AM: 100 KM

• →Monday, December 29

- 9:00 AM: 72/48/24/12/6 Hour, 200 Mile, 100 Mile, Marathon

• →Tuesday, December 30

- 9:00 AM: 72/48/24/12/6 Hour, 200 Mile, 100 Mile, Marathon

• →Wednesday, December 31

- 9:00 AM: 72/48/24/12/6 Hour, 100 Mile, Marathon

- 12:00 PM: Last Person Standing

• →Thursday, January 1

- 9:00 AM: 48/24/12/6 Hour, 100 Mile, Marathon

• →Friday, January 2

- 9:00 AM: 24/12/6 Hour, Marathon

What are the course details for the event?

• →Loop distance: 1.42 mi (2.27 km)
• →Surface: Mix of dirt paths and asphalt/concrete
• →Elevation gain per loop: ~23 ft
• →Maximum elevation: 1,204 ft
• →Recommended gear: Gaiters for potential debris on non‑paved sections
• →Resources: Course preview video, CalTopo map, and Strava map available online

What does the registration fee structure look like?

• →6‑Day: $675 (Early) / $735 (Regular) / $795 (Late) / $815 (Race Day)
• →72‑Hour: $390 / $430 / $470 / $490
• →48‑Hour: $265 / $295 / $325 / $335
• →24‑Hour: $190 / $220 / $250 / $260
• →12‑Hour: $140 / $155 / $170 / $180
• →6‑Hour: $100 / $115 / $130 / $140
• →Last Person Standing: $140 / $155 / $170 / $180
• →100 KM: $150 / $170 / $190 / $200
• →100 Mile: $220 / $240 / $260 / $270
• →200 Mile: $320 / $360 / $400 / $410
• →Marathon: $90 / $105 / $120 / $130
• →Marathon 6‑Pack: $420 / $460 / $500 / $510

What are the official start and finish dates for the 6‑Day race?

• →Start: December 28, 9:00 AM
• →End: January 3, 9:00 AM
• →Format: “Go as you please” – accumulate as many miles as possible

What are the record performances for the 6‑Day race?

• →Women: 453.516 mi – Amy Mower (2018)
• →Men: 555.361 mi – Joe Fejes (2013)

What are the start options for the 200‑Mile race?

• →Start dates: December 28, 29, or 30 (all at 9:00 AM)
• →Finish deadline: January 3, 9:00 AM (96 hrs if starting December 30)
• →Record times:

- Women: 61 h 42 m 27 s – Jodi Semonell (2019)

- Men: 57 h 25 m 41 s – Remo Spagnol (2023)

How is the Last Person Standing competition structured?

• →Start time: December 31, 12:00 PM (New Year’s Eve)
• →Rule: One loop every 20 minutes; all runners start together each interval and must finish the loop before the 20‑minute mark; the race continues until only one participant remains.
• →Typical pace: ~15 min/mile
• →Record distances (2024‑25):

- Women: 142.5 mi – Stephanie Rosebaugh

- Men: 153.7 mi – Wesley Smith

What amenities and resources are available at the venue?

• →Facilities: Practice fields, main stadium, adjacent parking areas (no parking details provided)
• →Location: P83 District, near Arrowhead Town Center; convenient access to hotels, restaurants, and grocery stores
• →Course resources: Video, maps, and live tracking via Aravaipa Live
• →Volunteer perks: Race credits and event swag for volunteers

What weather considerations should runners plan for?

• →Expect daytime temperatures between 45–55 °F and nighttime lows around 30–35 °F.
• →Light wind is typical; a brief snowfall is possible.
• →Dress in layers, bring a wind‑and‑water‑proof jacket, and consider gaiters for dirt sections.

What is included in the registration package?

• →Bib and timing chip (pickup available December 27 – January 2)
• →Event‑specific merchandise (e.g., race T‑shirt, medals)
• →Access to live split tracking and post‑event results/photos

Are there any special awards or prizes?

• →Course records are tracked for each event; top performers receive recognition.
• →The Last Person Standing race highlights the longest‑lasting runner each year.
• →Additional prizes may be awarded for fastest finishers in fixed‑time races, but specific details are provided on the event website.

When can participants pick up their race bibs?

• →Saturday, December 27: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• →December 28 – January 2 (daily): 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM