Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas
Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas: a flat, fast, certified Strip night race.
Race Date
Feb 21, 2027
Location
Las Vegas, NV
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, February 21, 2027
- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 10K run
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
Under the neon glow of the Las Vegas Strip, the Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon turns Sin City into a giant party. With a recent field of over 11,000 finishers, this point-to-point race is as electric as the city itself. The course glides down the Strip, past iconic casinos and fountains, under a desert night sky. It’s a straight, flat shot—USATF certified, with barely a ripple in elevation—making it a magnet for runners chasing personal bests.
Now in its 24th edition, the race draws a loyal following: about 13% of runners return year after year. Given the sub-65-minute winning times, it’s clear this course is fast. The atmosphere is pure Vegas—crowds line the sidewalks, DJs spin at intervals, and the finish line delivers a rock concert and a finisher’s medal that feels like a trophy from the Strip.
Whether you’re aiming for a PR, a Boston qualifier, or simply a memorable race in a city that never sleeps, Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas delivers a performance as dazzling as the lights themselves.
Race-provided description
The Rock ’n’ Roll Las Vegas results offer official race-day outcomes—including finish times, rankings, and downloadable results for each distance.
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
+0.28 m
Separation
6.7%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
NV26003MWC · Rock N Roll Las Vegas Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change.
Quality Score
Standout7824 years running
~5,857 finishers a year
growing or steady
13% returning runners
USATF certified · 4 timing sources
runners from 1 state
winner 1:04:13
typical high 65°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
42°
Afternoon (High)
65°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.0"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
33%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas?
The Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas is held on Sunday, February 21, 2027.
Where does the Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas take place?
It takes place in Las Vegas, Nevada.
What distances does the Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 10K run.
Is the Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas course flat and good for a PR?
The Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas is a ultra-flat, point to point course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
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