RunAround Tucson Relay presented by Tucson Medical Center
When is RunAround Tucson Relay presented by Tucson Medical Center?
RunAround Tucson Relay presented by Tucson Medical Center takes place on Saturday, January 23, 2027 in Tucson, AZ.
What distances does RunAround Tucson Relay presented by Tucson Medical Center offer?
RunAround Tucson Relay presented by Tucson Medical Center offers 3 events: 50 Mile Solo Ultra, Individual Relay Entry (Create or Join a Team), Relay Team Entry (Pre-Pay Entire Team).
| Event | Distance | Price | |
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| 50 Mile Solo Ultra | 50.0 mi | $135.00 | Register |
| Individual Relay Entry (Create or Join a Team) | 54.1 mi | $55.00 | Register |
| Relay Team Entry (Pre-Pay Entire Team) | 54.1 mi | $475.00 | Register |
How much does RunAround Tucson Relay presented by Tucson Medical Center cost?
Registration for RunAround Tucson Relay presented by Tucson Medical Center starts at $135.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is RunAround Tucson Relay presented by Tucson Medical Center held?
RunAround Tucson Relay presented by Tucson Medical Center is held in Tucson, AZ at 4502 N. First Ave.
About RunAround Tucson Relay presented by Tucson Medical Center
Welcome to the 2027 RunAround Tucson Relay!
There is nothing else like it in Tucson, a running relay on The Chuck Huckelberry Loop. The RunAround Tucson (RAT) Relay covers 50+ miles of The Loop, starting and finishing at Rillito Regional Park. Teams of 2-10 runners complete the course across 10 legs and 9 exchanges, with wave starts beginning at 7:00 AM.
The course follows the Rillito and Canyon Del Oro Washes, showcasing the unique beauty of Tucson's paved trail network.
Join us for a one-of-a-kind team running experience in Tucson!
As of 2027 the RunAround Tucson Relay is now produced by Aravaipa Running
Wave Starts
The event will use "wave" starts beginning with slower teams at 7:00 a.m. and progressing to faster teams starting at 10:00 a.m. This allows all teams to finish in time to enjoy the band, food and fun.
Wave 1 - 07:00am (bibs in the 100's start in wave 1)
Wave 2 - 08:30am (bis in the 200's start in wave 2)
Wave 3 - 10:00am (bibs in the 300's start in wave 3)
There is nothing else like it in Tucson~a running relay on The Loop.
What's the "Loop"?
The Chuck Huckelberry Loop is 120+ miles of paved, shared-use paths that connect the Rillito, Santa Cruz, and Pantano River Parks with the Julian Wash and Harrison Road Greenways.
How Does the Relay Work?
This is a supported relay race with Nine Exchanges (10 running legs or 11 if using "unofficial" exchange 6A).
The relay Starts and Finishes at Rillito Park. Distances between the Exchanges vary from 2.75 miles to 7 miles.
2027 Exchange Legs (subject to change)
- Leg 1 - Rillito Park to Curtis Park ~ 4.4 miles
- Leg 2 - Curtis Park to Camino del Cerro Park ~ 4.61 miles
- Leg 3 - Camino del Cerro Park to Juhan Park ~ 3.7 miles
- Leg 4 - Juhan Park to Paseos de la Iglecius Park and Ride Lot (Silverlake) ~ 5.04 miles
- Leg 5 - Park and Ride Lot to Augie Acuna Los Ninos Park ~ 6.86 miles
- Leg 6 - Augie Acuna to Old Vail Road Park and Ride Lot ~ 8.61 miles
- Leg 7 - Old Vail Rd to Fantasy Island ~ 5.16 miles
- Leg 8 - Fantasy Island to Christ Community Church ~ 4.81 miles
- Leg 9 - Christ Community Church to Pantano Park and Ride Lot ~ 4.18 miles
- Leg 10 - Pantano Park and Ride to Rillito Park ~ 6.72 miles
What Constitutes a "Team"?
The minimum number allowed on a team is two, and the maximum number is ten (or 11 if you are using the unoffiicial exhange 6A).
CUTOFFS
All teams must be done and off the course by 6:30 p.m. (Slowest teams have 11.5 hours to complete the course. That's an average of 12:30 minutes per mile.)
All Teams must arrive at Exchange 5 (Augie Acuna Los Ninos Park) no later than 1:15 p.m.
All Teams must arrive at Exchange 8 (Christ Community Church) no later than 4:30 p.m.
Each team is responsible for getting their teammates to the Exchanges and back to the Start/Finish line to celebrate.
2024 Course Map & Profiles
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2025 Handbook
2026 Course Maps and Profiles
Click on Map for MapMyRun Profile (updated 11/26/25)
Links to MapMyRun Individual Legs
Leg 1 - Rillito Park to Curtis Park ~ 4.4 miles
Leg 2 - Curtis Park to Camino del Cerro Park ~ 4.61 miles
Leg 3 - Camino del Cerro Park to Juhan Park ~ 3.7 miles
Leg 4 - Juhan Park to Paseos de la Iglecius Park and Ride Lot (Silverlake) ~ 5.04 miles
Leg 5 - Park and Ride Lot to Augie Acuna Los Ninos Park ~ 6.86 miles
Leg 6 - Augie Acuna to Old Vail Road Park and Ride Lot ~ 8.61 miles
- This leg can be broken into 2 legs by exchanging at Roy Schooner Park (details to follow)
Leg 7 - Old Vail Rd to Fantasy Island ~ 5.16 miles
Leg 8 - Fantasy Island to Christ Community Church ~ 4.81 miles
Leg 9 - Christ Community Church to Pantano Park and Ride Lot ~ 4.18 miles
Leg 10 - Pantano Park and Ride to Rillito Park ~ 6.72 miles
Course Map & Profiles -OLD
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Packet Pick-up
Fleet Feet in Oro Valley
7607 N Oracle Rd #121, Oro Valley, AZ 85704
Monday, December 29, 2025, 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The Running Shop
3055 N. Campbell Ave #153, Tucson, AZ 85719
Tuesday, December 30, 2025, 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Road Runner Sports
7113 N. Oracle Rd., Tucson, AZ 85704
Wednesday, December 31, 2025, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Rillito Regional Park (Start/Finish)
January 3, 2026, 6:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. (based on your team's start time)
We strongly encourage team captains, or a designated team member, pick up the entire team's packets on Tuesday or Wednesday. Packets will include the shirts, bib numbers, and any store items purchased.
Wristband will be received race morning, when the first runner checks in.
Medals and medallions will be handed out at the finish line.