WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON TUCSON, ARIZONA 2027
- Date
- Saturday, February 27, 2027
- Start time
- 6:40 AM start (Phoenix)
- Location
- Tucson, Arizona
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wicked Fast Half Marathon Tucson | Half Marathon | Feb 27, 20276:40 AM | See registration | – |
| Wicked Fast Marathon Tucson | Marathon | Feb 27, 20276:40 AM | See registration | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:54 AM, and the Wicked Fast Half Marathon Tucson starts at 6:40 AM. The start sits about 4,100 feet above sea level, high enough that most runners from lower ground run noticeably slower.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
29817 Biosphere Road, Tucson, AZ 85623, Tucson, AZ 85623
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 February 27 the day usually runs from 44°F at dawn to 67°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 12% of days. Cold snaps dip to 33°F and hot years reach 78°F.
Based on 76 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
- 29817 Biosphere Road, Tucson, AZ 85623, Tucson, AZ 85623Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 4,100 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- Half Marathon, Marathon
- Editions
- 2027 (Feb 27, 2027), 2026 (Feb 21, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON TUCSON, ARIZONA?
- Saturday, February 27, 2027, starting at 6:40 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- See the registration page for current pricing.
- 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?
- Half Marathon, Marathon.
- Where does it start?
- 29817 Biosphere Road, Tucson, AZ 85623, Tucson, AZ 85623.
From the organizers
Experience Tucson’s newest and fastest race!
Start in beautiful Oro Valley for the first 5 miles on N. Oracle Road then run entirely along the beautiful Chuck Huckleberry Loop, this all-paved course offers runners a smooth, traffic-free experience from start to finish. With a gentle 800-foot net drop, it feels flat as a pancake—yet runners will swear it’s even faster than Chicago. No parked cars, no street crossings, just open space and scenic desert views as you cruise toward your next Boston Qualifier or personal best. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your accomplishment with a free beer and soak in the sunshine and charm of Tucson, one of the Southwest’s most vibrant running destinations.