Tucson Marathon

Check out the newly released article from naming the Tucson Marathon as one of the top 50 marathons to snag your Boston Qualifier!

https://www.findmymarathon.com/50-best-boston-marathon-qualifiers-for-2026.php

Tucson Marathon runners!
Your incredible race images from the 2025 edition are ready.

Head to the link below to find your magical marathon memories now!

https://aravaipa.smugmug.com/2025-Events/Tucson-Marathon

🚨 REGISTRATION FOR THE 2026 TUCSON MARATHON IS OPEN 🚨

Where winter racing feel refreshingly smooth and PRs feel possible — the 2026 Tucson Marathon awaits.

Since 1969, the Tucson Marathon has become a staple for runners from around the world. With a net downhill course built for speed and idyllic winter racing conditions, Tucson offers a unique blend of PR potential and Southwestern beauty.

📅 December 13, 2026
📍 Biosphere 2 → Oro Valley, AZ

Choose your challenge:
50K Ultra | Marathon | Half Marathon | Marathon Relay

From the iconic start at Biosphere 2 to the finish at Pima Community College Northwest, this fast, net-downhill course rolls through the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains — delivering PR potential, a proven Boston-qualifying route, and nonstop desert scenery.

☀️ Gorgeous winter weather
⚡ Smooth, fast downhill miles
🌄 A destination race in one of the Southwest’s most scenic cities

If chasing a PR in perfect conditions sounds like your kind of winter race, Tucson is calling.
👉 Registration is open — lock in your winter PR race.

https://raceroster.com/events/2026/113655/tucson-marathon-events

The 2026 Tucson Marathon will fall on December 13th, 2026! 🎉

Registration opening soon…

🏁🏁 You finished strong — now recover smart.
Our partner Athletico Physical Therapy offers free injury assessments and custom recovery plans for
endurance athletes.
Schedule now. 📅 🗓️

https://www.athletico.com/services/free-assessment/

If you needed one more reason to make Tucson Marathon your destination race… this is it. ☀️💙
Endless blue skies, sunshine in the 70s, and the absolute best running community to carry you every mile.

See you on the start line, Tucson Marathoners. 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

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🌵 Packet Pickup and Expo Reminder! 🌵

**Please note today’s Drive Thru packet pickup time at the headquarters has changed slightly! **

We can’t wait to see all of our Tucson Marathoners soon!

Drive thru today at the Aravaipa Running HQ in Phoenix from 3pm-6pm located at:

2401 S. 24th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85034

and tomorrow at the packet pickup and Expo from 11am-6pm at Pima Community College - North West Campus located at:
7600 N Shannon Road
Tucson, AZ 85709

Let’s get ready to run!

Shake it out this Saturday, Tucson! 🥳
3 miles, good vibes, hot coffee, and even hotter giveaways.
Meet at 9AM, roll out at 9:30, and finish right where the expo magic happens.
See you at 7600 N Shannon Rd for the perfect pre-race wake-up call! ☀️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Tucson Marathon hits in 7 days. Hydrate. Visualize. Believe. Panic slightly. Then believe again. 🙌
Let’s go!

🎈 Pacer Party Alert! 🎈
Tucson Marathon is on the lookout for a few speedy superheroes to help runners chase those PRs to the finish line!
We’re filling pace teams for 3:00, 3:05, 3:10, 3:20 & 3:25 — think you’ve got the steady stride to guide the crew?

✨ Become a pacer, be the hero, get the cheers.
👉 Hit the link below!

https://beastpacing.com/become-a-beast

Tucson Marathon countdown: ON. ⏳
Drop your distance below — 50K Ultra, Marathon, Half, or Relay — let’s see who’s running what!

Our fast, net-downhill desert playground rolls from Biosphere 2 and Catalina all the way through Oro Valley to the finish at Pima Community College.
Haven’t picked your distance yet? You’ve still got time. ⏰

Learn more and secure your spot here: https://www.aravaiparunning.com/tucson/

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Just a heads up that registration for the 2025 Tucson Marathon will increase at midnight tonight! Secure your spot now and save! 💸

https://raceroster.com/events/2025/101730/tucson-marathon-events?fbclid=PARlRTSAOEKZVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAaekMSI7aHHwmBpt5m2s1DoqtY6Vj_r-9LFs1OpK1iDNdSzf04wGwycIbvHOOg_aem_85_QuH31mDv0oVB8nfvi1A