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Tucson 5000

Sun, May 17, 2026, 6:45 AM MST

Location
Tucson, AZ
Reid Park near the corner of 22nd and Country Club, 85716
Type
RUN
Official registration

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At a glance

Chase your 5K personal best on Tucson's famously fast, flat course, a proven setting for speed and new records.

  • Competitive

Great for

  • Beginner Friendly

The Tucson 5000 is renowned as one of the fastest 5Ks in the West, offering a prime opportunity for a personal record. This historically swift event features a pancake-flat, USATF certified course that is also welcoming for first-time 5K runners. A Tucson tradition for over two decades, it has been the setting for numerous Arizona age records. Families can also enjoy the FitKidz Mile, designed with a flat out-and-back route for easy spectating.

What to expect

  • Run a pancake-flat, USATF certified 5K course known for its speed.
  • Find a welcoming environment whether you're aiming for a PR or running your first 5K.
  • Kids can enjoy their own FitKidz Mile on a flat out-and-back route.

Standout details

  • Tucson's Fastest 5k
  • Pancake-flat, USATF certified course
  • Opportunity for a 5K PR
  • 20+ Arizona age records set here

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5K

    Sun, May 17, 6:45 AM MST · From $27.50

    Opens Jan 10, 2026, 1:59 AM MST · Closes Apr 14, 2026, 7:59 PM MST

  • 5K Rider

    Sun, May 17, 6:45 AM MST · From $27.50

    Opens Jan 10, 2026, 1:59 AM MST · Closes Apr 14, 2026, 7:59 PM MST

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

warm-day exposure

  • Rolling area
  • Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Rolling
  • Timed race
From the organizer

Tucson's Fastest 5k: Historically the Tucson 5000 is one of the fastest 5Ks in the West! This pancake-flat, fast USATF certified course provides the perfect opportunity for a 5K PR or run your first 5K on a course that is beginner friendly. This race has been a Tucson staple for over 20 years with 20+ of the current Arizona age records for the 5k being set at the Tucson 5000!

FitKidz Mile: Will be on a flat out and back course giving a great opportunity for you to see your kids twice and cheer on others as pass one another!

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