Dr. Gann’s Diet of Hope Cinco de Mayo 10K
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Dr. Gann’s Diet of Hope Cinco de Mayo 10K & 5K + FitKidz Mile : Tucson, May 2, 2027
This event offers road races through the Starr Pass foothills of the Tucson Mountains, starting and finishing at Cholla High School, 2001 W Starr Pass Blvd, Tucson, AZ. The course provides mountain scenery and views of the Tucson basin. The 10K is included in The Running Shop SAR Grand Prix series.
Distances:
- 10K
- 5K
- FitKidz 1-mile (free for kids ages 12 and under)
All participants receive a technical shirt and a custom finisher's medal. Onsite food and drink items listed for participants include free pastries from La Estrella Bakery, a free breakfast burrito from Amelia's Mexican Kitchen, free Eegee's, and free Celsius energy drinks. Bib holders also receive 10% off food at Amelia's Mexican Kitchen at 5851 N Oracle Rd.
Family-oriented activities are part of the event, including a sombrero-topped kids race, a piñata, and a water balloon toss. A live mariachi band performs as part of a Cinco de Mayo celebration after the races.
Awards are offered for overall, masters, age-group, chair division, and non-binary finishers in both the 10K and 5K. Prize details include Fleet Feet gift cards and specially designed running hats for top finishers. The event supports Youth on Their Own, a local dropout prevention program in Pima County. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
