Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Start times: 8:00 am - 10k8:05 am - 5k Bib pickup begins at: 7:15am Features: Free T-shirt to all preregistered by 10/20/26Pancake breakfastSnacks and watersUnique awards will be given to 1st place overall male/female winners and 1st place masters male/female winners in the 10K racesGift Certificates awards will be given to the top three overall runners and masters male and female in both racesAwards to top three finishers in age group divisions for 5K and 10KUSATF SanctionedChip Timing Cost: ALL PARTICIPANTS $40.  $45 starting 9/22/26 Beneficiaries: The Green Valley Sahuarita Chamber Foundation & The Sahuarita High School Student Council. A 50/50 T-shirt guaranteed if registration received by 10/20/26 Course: The Pecan Classic10K race route will travel a scenic course on dirt roads through the pecan orchards, giving runners the most unique and amazing Fall running experience under the trees. The 5K Run/Walk will be out and back course with a turn around at the 1.55 mile mark. No d

Join Rancho Sahuarita, Run Tucson and iHeart Media on Saturday, November 14th, 2026 for a festive fall 5K run/walk and 1-Mile Doggie Dash benefitting local animal rescues.   Let’s turn community energy into real support for our furry friends! Stay tuned for a complete list of the participating shelters and rescues! Here's the plan:6:30 am: Registration and packet pickup begins at the Sahuarita Lake Amphitheater (15466 S. Rancho Sahuarita Blvd.) 7:30 am: 5K Run/Walk Start -- all ages and all abilities welcome -- but no pets allowed 7:45 am: The Doggie Dash Mile Start --  all ages and abilities for both people and pooches! Check out the Foam Zone Finish area, courtesy of iHeart and Funergy! 9:30 am: Finish Line Closes (approx time) Ongoing 8:00 - 11:00 am: Family-friendly activities for all -- packed with entertainment, jumping castles, food trucks, a vendor fair, and a very special visit from your favorite Paw Patrol characters! 9:30 am: "Doggy Best Dressed" Contest  Calling

August 19 Update: We're gearing up for the 2nd Annual Lakeside 5k -- registration will open soon!   Powered through a partnership with the incredible team at Run Tucson, this event will include a scenic 5K run route that winds through the picturesque community of Rancho Sahuarita, and a 1 mile Fun Walk around Sahuarita Lake.  Proceeds from the event will benefit Diamond Children’s Medical Center, supporting their vital mission to provide critical pediatric care to children across Southern Arizona when they need it most.  Families are invited to enjoy entertainment in our Family Play Area before and during the race, and all participants can relax and celebrate in the post-race area following the event.Come celebrate community, family, and fun—all while supporting an incredible cause. We can’t wait to see you - Lakeside! 🏃‍♀️🌊   2027 Expected Race Weekend Schedule Saturday, April 2410:00am - 1:00pm: Packet pickup and in-person registration at The Running Shop (3055 No