The Phoenix Marathon, which returns Dec. 12, has announced a new partnership with Brooks Running. The market-leading performance running brand has penned a two-year deal with the event, and will be the Official Footwear and Apparel Partner of the Phoenix Marathon. Runners, spectators and locals will benefit from new race weekend activations planned for the expo and finish line festival spearheaded by Brooks Running, as well as year-round engagements planned to extend the impact beyond race weekend. Together, the brand and the event have committed to elevating local retail partners, including Sole Sports, who has been serving runners in the Valley since 2007. 

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“After being embraced by the local community during the launch of the Phoenix Marathon last year, the running industry has taken notice and is putting its support behind the event,” said Phil Dumontet, CEO of Brooksee, producer of the Phoenix Marathon. “Brooks Running will play a key role in the legacy we’re building here in Phoenix, and they’re committed to using this partnership make an impact both on race weekend and all year round. We are looking forward to seeing all of the positive impacts that this partnership will bring to our participants and to Phoenix.”

“As the global running community continues to grow, we’re proud to partner with the Phoenix Marathon to support their goals of offering a premium race day experience,” said Ed Riegert, director of North America retail & events marketing at Brooks Running. “The Phoenix Marathon is an excellent partner in helping us support local race organizations as they continue to gain momentum, and we look forward to building in the years to come.”

The sponsorship comes on the heels of a successful inaugural running just a couple of months ago, which hosted a sold-out field of over 7,200 registered runners from all 50 states, as well as over 12 countries. The Phoenix Marathon weekend features three distances: a 26.2-mile marathon, a 13.1-mile half marathon and a 10K. The race course tours runners through the City of Phoenix, showcasing the Valley of the Sun. Registration for the 2026 edition is open, and is expected to sell out once again this year.

For more information about the Phoenix Marathon, visit www.phxmarathon.com and follow the event on Facebook and Instagram.