Join us for the 2026 Tucson Marathon on December 13th! Tucson Marathon Events have been run annually since 1995.
The Tucson Marathon, Half Marathon and Marathon Relay offer fast, scenic late season races in beautiful southern Arizona. Come join us in early December on the mostly downhill course and set a new PR in typically ideal running conditions.
02/23/2026
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
12/22/2025
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
12/19/2025
🚨 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
12/18/2025
The 2026 Tucson Marathon will fall on December 13th, 2026! 🎉
Registration opening soon…
12/17/2025
🏁🏁 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/
12/13/2025
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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12/12/2025
🌵 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!
12/09/2025
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! ☀️🏃♂️🏃♀️
12/07/2025
Tucson Marathon hits in 7 days. Hydrate. Visualize. Believe. Panic slightly. Then believe again. 🙌
Let’s go!