LAS VEGAS, Nev. (Feb. 22, 2026) – The iconic Las Vegas Strip was alive tonight, as more than 26,000 registered participants from around the world converged in Las Vegas, Nevada to experience the World’s Largest Running Party at the 18th anniversary of the CELSIUS Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series Las Vegas. The half marathon and 10K races once again took over the iconic Las Vegas Strip on Sunday night with runners and walkers passing iconic sights including the ‘Welcome to Las Vegas’ sign, Downtown Las Vegas, all before finishing at an electric finish line unlike any other in the world ending mid-Strip at The Fountains of Bellagio, steps away from Resorts World Las Vegas’ 100,000 sq ft LED screen creating the World’s Largest Selfie opportunity for participants.
A field of elite athletes toed the start line in the half marathon. It was Travis Feeny (27-years-old from Cedar City, Utah) who took the overall win in the men’s half marathon with a time of 1:05:09 besting the field. The women’s elite title went to Jessa Hanson (27-years-old of Flagstaff, Ariz.) with a time of 1:14:47.
“I think the best part was that there was a pack up front. We had about seven guys together for most of the race and some started to fall off near the very end.” said Feeny, at the finish line. “The weather was amazing and I felt great the whole time. I was able to let it go the last half mile, so I am really proud of that.”
“I kind of came out here today wanting to have fun, so to get the win at the end of the day, I am pretty happy with it.” said Hanson after her win on the Vegas Strip. “I’m from Flagstaff, so it wasn’t a far drive, but I heard there was a party on Vegas happening this weekend and I wanted to be a part of it. It’s probably one of the most fun races you can do. I think it is truly a party, and it is an honor to be able to run in such a unique place as this. Having this whole street shut down, I felt like a celebrity, so it was really fun”
Participants hailing from all 50 States and over 60 countries, regions, and territories headed down Las Vegas Boulevard at night on Sunday night with thousands watching from alongside the iconic stretch of road.
Sam Juson (27-years-old from Hereford, United Kingdom), who only registered on Saturday evening while visiting Vegas on a vacation, took the overall win in the 10K with a time of 31:58. Local Henderson runner Rachael Robnett (40-years-old) was the first woman to cross the finish for the 10K on Snday night with a time of 37:40.
“It was fantastic, unlike any other thing had before. Running on the strip is a once in a lifetime experience everyone should do, so really enjoyed it.” said Juson after finishing just outside the Bellagio’s famous fountains. “To be far, I literally signed up yesterday. Me and my girlfriend are doing a road trip; started in LA and did a bit of a Grand Canyon tour. We were staying in Resorts World yesterday and I’m into running, so I said, ‘why not.’ I registered ten minutes before they closed the Expo. It couldn’t have gone better. It’s incredible, the support from the side of the road, it’s truly an amazing experience.”
“It was amazing! I love this race. It was my third time running this race and I have gotten a PR every time I’ve run it,” said Robnett following her victory. “I’m a professor at UNLV, so it was really special to get the hometown win this time. I love the challenge of running, I love the venue, and I love the energy. Everyone should come out to this race. It’s the best! The best in the west!”
The energy went into overdrive on Saturday, Feb. 21, with the 5K at the Fremont Street Experience location in Downtown Las Vegas. It was Pedro Rios (29-year-old from Las Vegas, Nevada) who took top honors in the men’s race on Freemont Street with a blazing time of 16:08. Lauren Nesselroad (37-year-old from Pooler, Ga.) took the overall win in the women’s race with a time of 19:37. The 5K in downtown Las Vegas was followed by the festival at Downtown Las Vegas Event Center, known as the Saturday Night Runners Party featuring a lineup high energy entertainment that included DJ Cable, DJ Machi and DJ Mal-Ski, as well as interactive games, we’re bringing all the action of The Strip to our participants on Saturday night.
Among the more than 26,000 participants who came to the Entertainment Capital of the World for the weekend’s events was former Baywatch star Nicole Eggert, who took part in the Saturday evening 5K—her first race since being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023.
“Coming back to running after my diagnosis has been emotional in ways I didn’t expect, and Saturday’s 5K reminded me just how strong and alive I still am. The energy of downtown Vegas, the music, the lights, the incredible support from runners and spectators—it all made me feel celebrated, not for what I’ve been through, but for what I’m still capable of,” Eggert shared on Saturday evening.
Just before runners set out on their half marathon and 10K journeys on Sunday, Feb. 23, nearly 300 participants joined the “CELSIUS Yoga on The Strip,” presented by Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas. Participants and spectators alike were invited to take part in this one‑of‑a‑kind wellness experience held directly on the closed roads of the iconic Las Vegas Strip.
Up Next in the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series:
The Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series continues the series makes its way to the Nation’s Capital for the 2026 St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Washington, D.C. on March 21, 2026 followed by a trip to Music City for the 2026 St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Nashville on April 25–26, 2026. To see the full schedule of Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series events, visit www.runrocknroll.com/all-events.
Pre-sale registration for all distances of the 2027 edition of the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Las Vegas is now open online through March 1, 2026, by visiting, https://www.runrocknroll.com/events/las-vegas/register. Special pre-sale pricing will be at the lowest price of the year, at $133 for the Half Marathon, $122 for the 10K and $73 for the 5K.
For more information on the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series, please visit www.runrocknroll.com.
About Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series
Established in 1998, the Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series’ simple idea of making running fun has transformed both the U.S. and global running landscape by infusing the course with live bands, cheer teams, and entertaining water stations, creating a block-party atmosphere for participants and spectators alike. Focused on running, music and community, race weekends kick off with a free Health & Fitness Expo showcasing the latest in running gear, sports apparel, health and nutritional information and much more. Events culminate with an Encore Entertainment experience featuring eclectic musical artists from a variety of genres. Further information about the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series can be found online at www.RunRocknRoll.com and follow @RunRocknRoll on all social platforms.