Tucson Unified School District Second Annual 5K and One-Mile Fun Run and Walk 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Start time
- 7:00 AM start (Phoenix)
- Location
- Tucson, Arizona
- Entry fee
- From Free
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TUSD 5k | 5K | Oct 3, 20267:00 AM | $10 | – |
| TUSD One-Mile Walk | 1 Mile | Oct 3, 20267:00 AM | $10 | – |
| Volunteer | – | Oct 3, 20267:00 AM | Free | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $10 until Oct 3.
Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $10, entry is about 71 percent below a typical 5K in Arizona, which costs $35 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Tucson runs 36:38, about 11:47 a mile, based on 27 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:03 and men in 31:28.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:17 AM, and the TUSD 5k starts at 7:00 AM. The start sits about 2,450 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
900 S. Randolph Way, Tucson, AZ 85716
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 3 the day usually runs from 68°F at dawn to 92°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 4% of days. Cold snaps dip to 61°F and hot years reach 102°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
- 900 S. Randolph Way, Tucson, AZ 85716Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 2,450 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 3, 2026), 2025 (Oct 11, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Tucson Unified School District Second Annual 5K and One-Mile Fun Run and Walk?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Arizona?
- At $10, entry is about 71 percent below a typical 5K in Arizona, which costs $35 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?
- 1 Mile, 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 900 S. Randolph Way, Tucson, AZ 85716.
From the organizers
Tucson Unified School District Second Annual 5K Fun Run & Walk
Calling all superheroes!
Tucson Unified School District is hosting its Second Annual 5K Fun Run & Walk on October 3 at Reid Park—and this year, we're bringing our superpowers!
Come dressed as your favorite superhero, create your own superhero look, or show off your best super-powered gear! Prizes will be awarded for Best Dressed, so bring your creativity and show us your superhero spirit!
Cape optional. Superpowers encouraged. Best Dressed? Absolutely!
Run, walk, or jog—all fitness levels are welcome! Choose the 5K or One-Mile Walk and have fun moving your way to the finish line.
Register by September 17 to receive your event T-shirt.