Congrats! You've decided to run your first (or 50th!) 5K in Tucson!
Tucson is a marvelous place to run because we have balmy, beautiful weather from October through May. Even when the temperatures rise in June through September, you can still squeeze in runs in the wee morning hours or in the evenings after the sun sets.
Put together your training plan, pick a race, and you'll be well on your way!
Scroll down for a full list of 5Ks in Tucson. This list includes: mud runs, color runs, ragnar relays, trail runs, 5K fundraisers, holiday races, social runs, and events that combine walking & running.
Note that we have also included races with similar distances that you might be interested in: 4-milers, 8Ks, quarter marathons, children's races of various distances, etc.
Hope to see you hitting the pavement or the trails in Tucson this year!
Come join Everyone Runs for this challenging 9.3 Miles on the Nature and 50-Year Trails. Your run begins with the Nature Trail, then to the Bridal Trail to the 50-Year […]
This is a very special event on the SAR calendar as it is the only one for Kids only! This event takes place on National Public Lands Day so entry into the Sabino Canyon Recreation Area is free for everyone! Celebrate the joy of running with the kids all morning long! Special finisher prizes and […]
Join the fastest adaptive athletes in the nation to set your own personal record or just participate in the fun of this unique event! Race options include an all virtual option, in-person elite wheelchair 5k, in-person 5k run to support Adaptive Athletics, and an in-person timed 1 mile fun run.
Mercado San Agustin
100 South Avenida Del Convento, Tucson, AZ
The only locally-produced half marathon in the City of Tucson, this beautiful course brings you to the heights of Sentinel Peak and cruises past the historic Mission Garden and along […]
Souvenir colorful long-sleeve race shirt for first 600 registrants Commemorative medallion and free beer for all finishers Chip-timed results with finish line video Fundraising pancake breakfast Local and Tribal Artisan […]
Southern Arizona's Favorite Trail Race! Two distances: 10.6 and 5.3 miles. Your race starts & finishes at the park trail head and travels the trails of this magnificent park. Your […]
A Boston Marathon qualifier, the marathon kicks off at sunrise in the heart of downtown Tucson. As the course heads west, runners transition from city streets to open terrain with […]
Crossroads at Silverbell District Park
7548 N. Silverbell Rd, Tucson, AZ
Burn those calories before the holiday season at this annual Marana tradition! You choose the distance - 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon! The out-and-back routes will run along the scenic […]
Dirt. Sweat. Victory. Join the #RunMarana Dirt Dash at Wild Burro on 12/13 for a desert running challenge like no other! Whether you choose the half-marathon or 6-mile trail run, […]
$35 – $40
We will be updating this page with races as we receive new information. If you know about other 5Ks around Tucson, contact us!
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