Pi in the Sky will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 6:00 AM, starting and finishing at the Hope Bible Church parking lot at 9425 N 26th St, Phoenix, AZ. This is a FAT ASS style event with no entry fee, limited to 50 runners. The out‑and‑back course totals approximately 8–9 miles, crossing the 51 Freeway onto Dreamy Draw Bikeway, then through the Phoenix Mountain Preserves and summiting Piestewa Peak. Course markings are partial at critical junctions, and Garmin coordinates will be available. The trails are rocky, extremely technical, with very minimal shade and high exposure — participants should prepare for hot weather.
| Distance | Start Time | Terrain | Aid | Timing | Participant Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8‑9 miles (approx.) | 6:00 AM | Rocky, technical, exposed, minimal shade | Minimal; water fountain and restroom at Dreamy Draw Trailhead | Manual (old school) | 50 runners |
All participants are responsible for their own well‑being. This is a no‑fee event with minimal aid. Finish line feels (refreshments or recognition) are provided to all who complete the challenge. The course can be confusing due to various spider trails; participants are encouraged to use provided Garmin coordinates. The run is organized by GhostHead Productions.
The course starts at Hope Bible Church parking lot, crosses the 51 Freeway onto Dreamy Draw Bikeway, passes through Phoenix Mountain Preserves, and summits Piestewa Peak before returning. A course map is available on Garmin Connect (course ID 246865415). The event is limited to 50 runners and has no registration fee.
Pi in the Sky on June 6, 2026, in Phoenix, AZ, is a free, low‑aid, limited‑entry (50 runners) FAT ASS style 8‑9 mile out‑and‑back run summiting Piestewa Peak via technical, rocky, exposed trails in the Phoenix Mountain Preserves.
Jun 06, 2026
Distance — 12.9K
Type — Running
06:00
Free
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Phoenix.
Learn more about the host city, Phoenix.
Phoenix is the capital of the state of Arizona, the most populous city in the American Southwest. Warm and sunny winter weather have ensured a thriving tourism industry, and the city has become the region's primary political, cultural, economic, and transportation center. Phoenix is extremely hot and dry in the summertime, so always have sunscreen with you! It had about 1,625,000 residents in 2021, and is the fifth largest city in the United States.
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