El Tour de Tucson 5K

🏃‍♂️ 2025 Registration is Now Open!

El Tour de Tucson and Run Tucson are excited to bring you the 3rd Annual El Tour 5k Run/Walk, in the heart of lively Downtown Tucson.

📅 Join the Fun!

• Event Expectation: We expect over 9,000 bike riders and 1,000 in the 5k.
• Mark Your Calendars: Exciting El Tour Expo & Fiesta festivities on Thursday, November 20 and Friday, November 21.
• Race Day: The bike and run take place on Saturday, November 22nd.

👪 Perfect for the Active Family

• Open to All: Open to all ages and abilities, every finisher in this chip-timed 5K will receive a souvenir medallion.
• Course Options: Walk or race the 3.1 mile Downtown course.
• Awards: Overall and age-group winners will receive gift cards to Fleet Feet Tucson.
• Starting Point: The 5K starts at 7:15 am, finishing near El Parque de San Cosme.

🎉 El Tour Expo and Fiesta

• Three-Day Event: Enjoy exhibits, demos, celebrity signings, food trucks, live entertainment, and the Dragoon Brewing Beer Garden.
• Location: Casino del Sol Expo & Fiesta, Tucson Convention Center Exhibition Hall.
• Expo Dates: Thursday, November 20 from Noon to 8:00 pm and Friday, November 21 from Noon to 8:00 pm.
• Registration: In-person registration will be done online using the RunSignup platform.

🙋 Volunteers Always Welcome

Don’t wanna' run but still want to be part of the fun? Sign up to volunteer here! You can help as a course monitor, hand out water, or finisher medals.

⏰ Event Week Schedule

• Thursday, November 20: Noon – 8:00 pm, Convention Center.
• Friday, November 21: Noon – 8:00 pm, Convention Center.
• Saturday, November 22: 6:00 am - 7:00 am, Convention Center next to starting line on Cushing Street.
• Expo Continues: Until 6:00pm on Saturday.

📦 Picking Up Your Packet

• Identification: Please provide your last name and race number for packet pickup.
• Participant Search: Use the "Find a Participant" feature to locate your race number.
• Be Patient: Expect crowds, be kind to volunteers.

🥇 Planned 5K Event Day Schedule

6:00 am - 7:00 am: Packet pickup and bathrooms at the Convention Center. The race starts promptly at 7:15 am.

7:15 am: Start 5k Run/Walk on Cushing Street.

Finish at El Parque de San Cosme. Finisher medals and post-race treats will be presented by volunteers.

9:15 am: Approximate time for El Tour 5k Awards at Convention Center.

🏆 Event Details

• Course: Fast and flat course suitable for all levels from novices to experienced runners.
• Neighborhood Journey: 3.1 mile route through beautiful Barrio Viejo and Armory Park.
• Awards: Age Group and Overall Awards to top finishers, courtesy of Fleet Feet.

🌐 El Tour de Tucson Website

Additional event information can be found at https://eltourdetucson.org/

🏨 Accommodations and Travel

Book with our official lodging partners and save during your stay! Rates apply during race weekend and may include occupancy and city taxes. For more information, visit this link.

📞 Event Directors

Contact Randy Accetta at randy@runtucson.net with questions about the El Tour 5k.

Visit www.eltourdetucson.org for inquiries related to the El Tour bike events.

The event will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds, deferrals, or returns for this event. Race items will not be mailed to participants.