Garmin Marathon Tucson 2026
- Date
- Sunday, November 8, 2026
- Start time
- 6:30 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Tucson, Arizona
- Entry fee
- From Free · goes up to $90 on Nov 6, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Garmin Marathon Tucson--10K | 10K | Nov 8, 20266:30 AM | $85$90 after Nov 6, 2026 | – |
| 2026 Garmin Marathon Tucson--Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Nov 8, 20266:30 AM | $115$120 after Nov 6, 2026 | – |
| 2026 Garmin Marathon Tucson -- Marathon | Marathon | Nov 8, 20266:30 AM | $135$140 after Nov 6, 2026 | – |
| 2026 Garmin Marathon Tucson--5K | 5K | Nov 8, 20266:50 AM | $50$55 after Nov 6, 2026 | – |
| Garmin Marathon Tucson -- Test | Marathon | Nov 8, 20266:50 AM | Free | 3 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $90 on Nov 6, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 2026 Garmin Marathon Tucson--10K: $85 until Nov 6, then $90 until Nov 7.
- 2026 Garmin Marathon Tucson--Half Marathon: $115 until Nov 6, then $120 until Nov 7.
- 2026 Garmin Marathon Tucson -- Marathon: $135 until Nov 6, then $140 until Nov 7.
- 2026 Garmin Marathon Tucson--5K: $50 until Nov 6, then $55 until Nov 7.
Online registration closes Nov 7, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $135, entry is about 10 percent below a typical marathon in Arizona, which costs $150 right now.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 5:46 AM, and the 2026 Garmin Marathon Tucson--10K starts at 6:30 AM. The start sits about 2,400 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
38 W Cushing Street, Tucson, AZ 85701
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2025 results
All resultsGarmin Marathon Tucson--Half Marathon
Garmin Marathon Tucson--10K
Garmin Marathon Tucson--5K
Aggregated from official results (The Last Mile Racing) for Garmin Marathon Tucson. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Garmin Marathon Tucson?
At the 2025 Garmin Marathon Tucson--Half Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:41:49 or better, the top quarter in 1:54:28, and half the field in 2:10:15; the last tenth came in after 2:56:15.
At the 2025 Garmin Marathon Tucson--10K, the fastest tenth finished in 49:29 or better, the top quarter in 55:59, and half the field in 1:04:50; the last tenth came in after 1:27:26.
At the 2025 Garmin Marathon Tucson--5K, the fastest tenth finished in 24:23 or better, the top quarter in 29:54, and half the field in 36:06; the last tenth came in after 52:54.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 1:49:26 | 1:32:09 |
| 20-29 | 1:31:32 | 1:21:51 |
| 30-39 | 1:29:50 | 1:25:32 |
| 40-49 | 1:41:03 | 1:25:04 |
| 50-59 | 1:50:02 | 1:41:33 |
| 60-69 | 2:08:49 | 1:55:24 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
How fast is it?
Faster than most Arizona half marathons
The fastest quarter of the 2025 half marathon field finished under 1:54:28, against 2:00:56 in a typical Arizona half marathon, so times here run 5 percent faster.
- 10K: Faster than most Arizona 10Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2025 10K field finished under 55:59, against 57:55 in a typical Arizona 10K, so times here run 3 percent faster.
- 5K: Faster than most Arizona 5Ks. The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 29:54, against 30:59 in a typical Arizona 5K, so times here run 3 percent faster.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 8 the day usually runs from 51°F at dawn to 81°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 3% of days. Cold snaps dip to 41°F and hot years reach 87°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 38 W Cushing Street, Tucson, AZ 85701Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 2,400 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 8, 2026), 2025 (Nov 15, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Garmin Marathon Tucson?
- Sunday, November 8, 2026, starting at 6:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $90 on Nov 6, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 7, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Arizona?
- At $135, entry is about 10 percent below a typical marathon in Arizona, which costs $150 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 942 runners finished the Garmin Marathon Tucson--Half Marathon; the median finish was 2:10:15 and the winner ran 1:13:27.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 half marathon field finished under 1:54:28, against 2:00:56 in a typical Arizona half marathon, so times here run 5 percent faster.
- Where does it start?
- 38 W Cushing Street, Tucson, AZ 85701.
From the organizers
The Garmin Marathon Series Tucson offers a thoughtfully redesigned course created with runners at the center of every mile. This updated route showcases the best of Tucson—sweeping mountain views, iconic desert landscapes, the vibrant University of Arizona campus, and the charm of surrounding neighborhoods. With a balance of scenery, rhythm, and community connection, the course delivers a uniquely Sonoran running experience that’s both inspiring and runner-friendly from start to finish.