1910 E Innovation Park Dr, Oro Valley AZ
Sunday, March 8th, 2026
TMC Arizona Distance Classic
Join us on March 8, 2026 for the next TMC Arizona Distance Classic. A fun-filled running party, with multiple distances for all abilities -- make your plans for a joyful weekend of fitness and fun in beautiful Oro Valley, Arizona.
Celebrate Active Living
- Inclusivity: We encourage runners and walkers of all shapes, sizes and abilities to participate.
- All Levels: Whether you're training for the Boston Marathon or completing your first race, we have something for everyone!
- Scenic Views: Enjoy stunning views of the Catalina, Tortolita, and Tucson Mountains.
- Course Support: The course is open and fully supported for 3.5 hours.
Event Details
- Discounted Hotels: Check out the discounted pricing to the El Conquistador Resort, an 8-minute drive from the starting line.
- Souvenir Shirt: The first 1300 registrants receive a beautiful sublimated souvenir race shirt.
- Finisher's Perks: All registrants get a colorful race number, official finishing time, and finisher's video.
- Medals & Awards: Every finisher receives a cool souvenir Finisher's Medal, with overall and age group awards in all three events.
Course Features
- Support Stations: Plentiful aid stations and cheer groups line the course through the Santa Catalina mountains.
- Produced By: The event is produced by the Southern Arizona Roadrunners in partnership with Run Tucson.
- Town Support: Special thanks to title sponsor TMC Health and the Town of Oro Valley.
- Community Involvement: Enjoy a morning festival with food trucks, music, vendor expo, and other fun activities.
Discounts for Members
Run more, pay less! SAR members receive a discount that covers RunSignup fees at all SAR-owned races. Not a member? Join SAR: Southern Arizona Roadrunners Membership.
Additional Information
For more race details, please see Arizona Distance Classic Official Site.
Routes
See the Half Marathon course here.
See the Quarter Marathon course here.
See the 5K Run/Walk course here.
2026 Planned Race Weekend Schedule
Saturday, March 7, 2026
- Packet Pickup: 10am - 1pm at The Running Shop, 3055 North Campbell Avenue, Tucson, AZ.
Sunday, March 8, 2026
- Race Staging: Roche Tissue Diagnostics facilities, at 1910 Innovation Park Drive, Oro Valley, Arizona, with food trucks, music, activities, vendor expo and more.
- Packet Pickup and Registration: 5:30 - 6:45 am.
- Parking Deadline: Parking closes at 6:15 am, all vehicles must be on site by this time.
- Race Start Times: Half Marathon starts at 6:30 am and Quarter Marathon and 5K starts at 7:05 am.
- Awards Times: 5K and Quarter Marathon Awards begin at 9:00 am, Half Marathon Awards at 10:00 am.
- Course Closure: 10:00 am.
- Event Closure: 11:30 am.
Visit our event website for full details on hotels, parking, the course, and more! See arizonadistanceclassic.com.
Coming from out of town? Check out the Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visit Tucson for information on nearby attractions.
For event questions, contact Randy Accetta at randy@runtucson.net.
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