5K-Läufe in der Nähe von Oro Valley

Im September gibt's in Tucson wieder ein cooles Trailevent: das Everyone Runs' Catalina State Park 50-Year Trail Race and 5k Trail Run & Walk. Hier kannst du entweder die 9.3-mile Strecke oder einen kürzeren 5k laufen oder walken. Für die längere Distanz solltest du das Ziel innerhalb von drei Stunden erreichen können. Beide Strecken sind für alle zwischen 5 und 100 Jahren offen. Das Event gehört zum Everyone Runs Kalender, die haben auch noch Rennen im Catalina State Park im April und November, und den Run with the Roosters im Juni. Der 9.3-mile Kurs fängt auf dem Nature Trail an, führt dann auf den Bridal Trail und von dort geht's etwa 2.7 miles bergauf auf dem 50-Year Trail. Am Gate ist der Wendepunkt, und dann geht's über den Bridal Trail zurück ins Ziel. Die Veranstalter sagen, die Strecke ist anspruchsvoll, aber größtenteils ein smoother, einfacher Trail mit nur einem Hügel. Der 5k bleibt auf dem Nature und Bridal Trail, das ist die leichtere Option für Walker und Trail-Einsteiger. Bei der Anmeldung bekommst du ein selbstgemachtes mexikanisches Frühstück, Doughnuts, Obst und Nüsse, kostenlose Race Fotos und kannst zwischen einem Baumwoll- oder Tech-Finisher-Shirt wählen. Die Top drei Finisher im Gesamtfeld und in den 5-year Altersklassen bekommen Preise. Die Gesamtsieger kriegen Laufschuhe von Fleet Feet.

Der Tucson Wicked Half Marathon, 10K, 5K und Spooky Kids Sprint findet im Brandi Fenton Memorial Park auf der East River Road in Tucson, Arizona statt. Das Event startet früh am Morgen, bietet vier Distanzen an und ist auf 600 Teilnehmer begrenzt. Der Half Marathon ist die längste Strecke, dafür hast du vier Stunden Zeit. Für Erwachsene und ältere Kinder gibt es kürzere Strecken, den 10K und 5K. Der Spooky Kids Sprint ist ein halbe Meile langer Lauf ohne Zeitnahme für die Kleineren, damit Familien das Laufen super mit einer Halloween-Aktion verbinden können. Kostüme sind sehr erwünscht und sorgen für eine ganz besondere Stimmung, anders als bei normalen Straßenläufen. Kinder, die für den Spooky Sprint angemeldet sind, bekommen beim Check-in eine Trick-or-Treat-Tüte und sammeln Leckereien von Helfern entlang ihrer Strecke ein. StartLine Racing organisiert das Ganze, und das schon im neunten Jahr. Wer nicht persönlich dabei sein kann, hat auch die Möglichkeit, virtuell mitzumachen.

Dave's Run For ALS is a Sunday morning running event held at Curtis Park in Tucson, Arizona. It is named for David Filer, a local business owner, Southern Arizona Roadrunners member, and dedicated runner who was diagnosed with ALS. The event features an 8K, a 5K, and a free 1 Mile FitKidz and Family Run/Walk, accommodating club runners, walkers, families, and children. A portion of the proceeds supports ALS research via the Jim Himelic foundation. The 8K begins first, with the 5K and FitKidz Mile starting later. Awards for the 8K and 5K are presented after the races conclude. Participants seeking additional distance can opt for Dave's Double, which involves completing both the 8K and 5K for a distinct prize. The 8K is included in The Running Shop SAR Grand Prix. Awards extend deep into 5-year age groups, with winners receiving Running Shop gift certificates. The event also provides shirts and finisher medals for 8K and 5K runners, as available, along with complimentary snacks and Eegees. A prize will be given for the largest team.

The Pecan Classic is a 5K and 10K run/walk in Sahuarita, Arizona, beginning at the Green Valley Pecan Company. This yearly Southern Arizona race coincides with the pecan harvest season, marked by yellowing leaves, drying husks, and typically more comfortable running weather. Participants can select either the 5K or 10K distance, accommodating those aiming for a 10K challenge and those preferring a shorter community run. The Southern Arizona Roadrunners, a non-profit organization that hosts local fitness events in the Tucson area, organizes the race. Proceeds from the Pecan Classic benefit a local non-profit.

The El Tour de Tucson 5K is a 3.1-mile run/walk in Downtown Tucson, taking place on the same day as the El Tour de Tucson bicycle event. It begins at the El Tour start line, allowing runners, walkers, families, and spectators to participate in the downtown event weekend. The race is chip-timed, open to all ages and abilities, and all finishers receive a souvenir medallion. Awards for overall and age-group winners are Fleet Feet Tucson gift cards. The course is fast and flat, utilizing wide neighborhood streets through Barrio Viejo and Armory Park. It finishes near the Tucson Convention Center at El Parque de San Cosme, two blocks from the start and expo. The 5K is part of the larger El Tour Expo and Fiesta, a three-day event at the Convention Center Exhibition Hall featuring exhibits, demos, celebrity signings, food trucks, live entertainment, and a beer garden. Volunteers can assist as course monitors, water-station helpers, or medal distributors, extending the event's reach beyond participants.

The Vail Jingle Trail, a holiday-themed run and walk in Vail, Arizona, focuses on Mica Mountain High School and its cross country program. Now in its 21st year, it continues a Tucson-and-Vail holiday running tradition and supports a local toy drive. The route largely follows the Mica Mountain Cross Country course, with minor adjustments possible based on event setup. Mica Mountain cross country runners will be stationed along the course to provide directions and encouragement. Participants are asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy. The event collaborates with the Vail School District Transportation Department to collect over 500 toys for Toys for Tots, aiming to fill a school bus.

Cupid's Chase 5K Tucson is a February 5K held at Brandi Fenton Memorial Park on East River Road in Tucson. The race begins in the morning following check-in, follows a certified 5K course with professional timing, and publishes results shortly after the finish. It is part of the national Cupid's Chase series organized by Community Options, with the Tucson event participating in a nationwide race day that attracts over 17,000 runners across its various locations. The event accommodates a wide range of participants: runners, walkers, wheelchair users, families with strollers, sponsors, and leashed pets are welcome. Finishers may receive a Cupid's Chase medal and drawstring bag while supplies last. The shirt tradition allows participants to choose white for single or red for taken. Awards are presented to the top three overall male and female finishers, with age-group medals awarded in divisions from 12 and under up to 70 and over. The race supports Community Options, a nonprofit based in Princeton that offers housing and employment services for individuals with disabilities.

The Desert Leprechaun 5K Run/Walk & Family Mile is a St. Patrick's Day running event in Tucson, Arizona, offering both a 5K and a one-mile race. The mile race begins in the early morning, preceding the 5K. This event is connected to Armory Park in Downtown Tucson and the local St. Patrick's Day Festival and Committee. The 5K is included in The Running Shop SAR Grand Prix series, attracting runners aiming for series points, alongside walkers, families, and those opting for the mile. Awards are extensive for the 5K, including overall, masters, and five-year age-group prizes extending to 80+. The race incorporates holiday elements with themed items, finisher medals for 5K participants, shirts (subject to availability), and a costume contest for distinctive outfits.

The TMC Earth Day 5K at Biosphere 2 is a 5K run and walk held entirely within the Biosphere 2 grounds, located in the western foothills of the Catalina Mountains north of Tucson. The event is centered on Earth Day, and its location distinguishes it from a typical neighborhood 5K. Participants run through a facility designed to showcase entire ecosystems contained within a single structure and across a research campus. The route guides runners and walkers from desert environments to exhibits and areas representing a rain forest, an ocean reef, and savanna grasslands, all within a single event. Run Tucson organizes the race, applying its experience from producing 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons, marathons, trail races, road races, and RRCA-certified coaching. The event accommodates both runners and walkers, with a primary appeal being the opportunity to combine a short race with a visit to one of Arizona’s most distinctive science facilities.