June13, 2026

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Hypnosis Night Runs

52K | 34K | 21K| 13K | 6K

Estrella Mountain Competitive Track
Tolleson, AZ

Experience the magic of night trail running at the Hypnosis Night Runs. Part of the 2026 Insomniac Series, journey through rolling terrain and majestic saguaro cacti beneath a starlit sky.

Carpe Noctem – seize the night!

Volunteer

*Distances may vary slightly each year due to permitting.

Event Location

Estrella Mountain Competitive Track

W South Mountain Ave, Tolleson, AZ 85353

Directions

Start Times

7:30PM - 52K Start
Sunset - 7:43pm
7:45PM - 34K Start
8:00PM - 21K Start
8:15PM - 13K Start
8:30PM - 6K Start
Moonrise - 8:57pm

Drive Thru Bib Pickup

Packet Pickup
Thursday, June 11, 12:00-5:00pm
Aravaipa Headquarters
2401 S 24th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85034
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Saturday, June 13, 6:30PM- 8:30PM
Race Day Pickup
Estrella Mountain Competitive Track
W South Mountain Ave, Tolleson, AZ 85353

Volunteer

We need help to make Hypnosis Night Runs possible. Volunteer perks include Aravaipa race credits and race swag!

Volunteer Now

Race Perks

Hypnosis Branded Race Goody
Finish line photo
Chip timed race results
Well stocked aid station
Artworx finisher award
Podium for top 3 male, female

Live Tracking

Follow the 2026 Hypnosis Night Runs with live split points throughout the race.

Aravaipa Live

Mail-In Entry Form

Online registration closes: Mon, June 8th @ 11:59PM MT

There will be Race Day Registration at the race site.

Race Registration

Entry Fees*

	Until 1/14	Until 4/14	Until 6/8	Race Week
52K	$120	$135	$150	$165
34K	$80	$90	$100	$110
21K	$60	$70	$80	$90
13K	$50	$60	$70	$80
6K	$40	$45	$50	$55

*Prices do not include tax or Ultrasignup fees. Check out our Insomniac Series Passes for steep discounts on all 6 races!

Online registration closes on 6/8 at 11:59 PM. If spots are available, registration will be available at packet pickup and on race day.

Race Goodie NOT GUARANTEED if registering after May 29th

Course Information

Key Stats

Date | Saturday, June 13, 2026

Start Time | 7:30 pm

Time Limit | 10 Hours (5:30am)

Distance | 32.7 Miles

Total Elevation Gain | 2,939 feet

Max Elevation | 1,450 feet

Women's Course Record | 6:28:45 - Courtne Mcintosh (2025)

Men's Course Record | 5:32:16 - Sion Lupowitz (2025)

Course Map

CalTopo Course Map

52 KM Event Details

In addition to a fully stocked aid station at the start/finish line at the Main Start/Finish area, there will be one fully stocked remote aid station- Far Side Aid- located along the southwest end of large loop. There are two Water Only Stations located along the course. The Main aid stations will serve as through aid station and your finish line aid it will be stocked with water, ice, electrolyte drinks, salty and sweet snacks, fruit, pb&j, bean rollups, hot food (quesadillas, grilled cheese), and more.

52K
Aid Stations	Course Distance	Distance to Next	Drop Bags	Crew Access	Pacer
Start (Main Aid)	0	1.4	Yes	Yes
East Side Water Drop	1.4	3.9
Far Out Aid	5.3	1.8
West Side Water Drop	7.1	1.1
Main Aid	8.2	1.4	Yes	Yes
East Side Water Drop	9.6	3.9
Far Out Aid	13.5	1.8
West Side Water Drop	15.3	1.1
Main Aid	16.4	1.3	Yes	Yes
East Side Water Drop	17.7	3.9
Far Out Aid	21.6	1.8
West Side Water Drop	23.4	1.1
Main Aid	24.5	1.4	Yes	Yes	Yes
East Side Water Drop	25.9	3.9
Far Out Aid	29.8	1.8
West Side Water Drop	31.6	1.1
Finish (Main Aid)	32.7		Yes	Yes

Key Stats

Date | Saturday, June 13, 2026

Start Time | 7:45 pm

Time Limit | 9 Hours 45 Mins (5:30am Overall Cutoff)

Distance | 21.1 Miles

Total Elevation Gain | 1,970 feet

Max Elevation | 1,450 feet

Women's Course Record | 4:51:54 - Danille Horstman (2025)

Men's Course Record | 3:23:19 - James Morrison (2025)

Course Map

CalTopo Course Map

34 KM Event Details

34K
Aid Stations	Course Distance	Distance to Next	Drop Bags	Crew Access
Start (Main Aid)	0	3.7	Yes	Yes
West Side Water Drop	3.7	2.5
East Side Water Drop	6.2	3.9
Far Out Aid	10.1	1.8
West Side Water Drop	11.9	1
Main Aid	12.9	1.4	Yes	Yes
East Side Water Drop	14.3	4
Far Out Aid	18.3	1.7
West Side Water Drop	20	1.1
Finish (Main Aid)	21.1		Yes	Yes

Key Stats

Date | Saturday, June 13, 2026

Start Time | 8:00 pm

Time Limit | 9.5 Hours (5:30am Overall Cutoff)

Distance | 13 Miles

Total Elevation Gain | 1,331 feet

Max Elevation | 1,233 feet

Women's Course Record | 2:07:58 - Summer Igo (2025)

Men's Course Record | 1:33:25 - Bryce Brooks (2025)

Course Map

CalTopo Course Map

21 KM Event Details

21K
Aid Stations	Course Distance	Distance to Next	Drop Bags	Crew Access
Start (Main Aid)	0	3.7	Yes	Yes
West Side Water Drop	3.7	1.1
Main Aid	4.8	1.4	Yes	Yes
East Side Water Drop	6.2	3.9
Far Out Aid	10.1	1.8
West Side Water Drop	11.9	1.1
Finish (Main Aid)	13		Yes	Yes

Key Stats

Date | Saturday, June 13, 2026

Start Time | 8:15 pm

Time Limit | 9 Hours 15 Mins ours (5:30am Overall Cutoff)

Distance | 8.1 Miles

Total Elevation Gain | 735 feet

Max Elevation | 1,450 feet

Women's Course Record | 1:13:49 - Sarah Kilroy (2025)

Men's Course Record | 1:00:23 - Peyton Fox (2025)

Course Map

CalTopo Course Map

13 KM Event Details

13K
Aid Stations	Course Distance	Distance to Next	Drop Bags	Crew Access
Start (Main Aid)	0	1.4	Yes	Yes
East Side Water Drop	1.4	3.9
Far Out Aid	5.3	1.8
West Side Water Drop	7.1	1.1
Finish (Main Aid)	8.2		Yes	Yes

Key Stats

Date | Saturday, June 13, 2026

Start Time | 8:30 pm

Time Limit | 9 Hours (5:30am Overall Cutoff)

Distance | 3.5 miles

Total Elevation Gain | 275 feet

Max Elevation | 1082 feet

Women's Course Record | 30:28 - Emily Lemke (2025)

Men's Course Record | 24:33 - Monty Gibson (2025)

Course Map

CalTopo Course Map

6 KM Event Details

There will be a fully stocked aid station at the start/finish line at the Main Start/Finish area. The Main aid stations will be stocked with water, ice, electrolyte drinks, salty and sweet snacks, fruit, pb&j, bean rollups, hot food (quesadillas, grilled cheese), and more. There will be a water only aid on course about half way.

6K
Aid Stations	Course Distance	Distance to Next	Drop Bags	Crew Access
Start (Main Aid)	0	1.4	Yes	Yes
East Side Water Drop	1.4	2
Finish (Main Aid)	3.4		Yes	Yes

Results & Photos

Course Records (New in 2025)
50 Km
34 Km
21 Km
13 Km
6 Km

Old Course Records (2020-2024)

Old Course Records (2015-2019)

Additional Race Info

The race courses will be well marked with orange plastic ribbons with black polka dots and reflective medallions. Trail junctions and turns will be well marked with laminated signs. In addition, blue & white checkerboard plastic flagging will be hung to designate non-race or “WRONG WAY” trails. All runners are responsible for understanding the layout of the course. Please familiarize yourself with the course maps on our website prior to race day and/or download the gpx file to your phone.

We will have our MedStar Solutions medical staff based at the start / finish headquarters to assist with first aid onsite. We reserve the right to pull you from the race if medical officials deem it necessary.
NOTE: Please do NOT call 911 in a medical emergency. Our medical team is highly trained and understands the terrain and driving access points. Please call the race day number and they will dispatch immediately.

MedStar Solutions Race Day Number: 480-269-4126

Parking
Remember the park now charges a $10 park entry fee per vehicle (as of 1/1/26).
Please arrive early and have correct change (cash) or card available on race evening for a smooth entry process. Carpool to save!

Pets
For the safety of all runners, no pets are allowed on-course at the night runs. Any pets at the race must be on a leash at all times, respect park rules, and be supervised.

Camping
There is camping available at the race site. go here.

Trail Running and Trash
Please respect the trails and the beauty of the desert by disposing of any trash at one of our aid stations.
Reminder: All Insomniac Night trail runs will be CUPLESS. Bring your own or Aravaipa branded reusable cups will be available for purchase!

Host Hotel

We have secured a partner hotel for race weekend that is a short 10 minute drive to the Estrella Mountain Regional Park. The Comfort Suites of Goodyear offers guests newly renovated modern guest suites with amenities like premium bedding, sofa beds, microwaves and refrigerators. They also offer free WiFi, a free hot breakfast and a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. This hotel is pet friendly (additional fees apply).

For more information and booking at our negotiated rate, please follow this link.

Camping
There is camping available at the Estrella Mountain Competitive Track parking lot. for an additional $15.00 per night. For more information, go here.

Thank you to our sponsors!

June13, 2026

Hypnosis Night Runs

Experience the magic of night trail running at the Hypnosis Night Runs. Part of the 2026 Insomniac Series, journey through rolling terrain and majestic saguaro cacti beneath a starlit sky.

Event Location

Start Times

Drive Thru Bib Pickup

Volunteer

Race Perks

Live Tracking

Race Registration

Course Information

52KM

34KM

21KM

13KM

6KM

Results & Photos

Additional Race Info

Thank you to our sponsors!