Family Weekend Run, Walk & Roll 5K
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Family Weekend Run, Walk and Roll 5K
The Family Weekend Run, Walk and Roll 5K is an inclusive community event at the Old Main Building and University of Arizona Mall in Tucson, Arizona, on October 4, 2026. It is open to participants of all ages and abilities and highlights the campus and university traditions.
Event participation options include:
- 5K Run/Walk
- Kids Dash, a half mile untimed event
- Virtual Run with mailed shirt and medal for US addresses
Proceeds support University of Arizona students, with a focus on student prevention and wellness initiatives. Registration options listed by the organizer include in-person, virtual, and mail-in methods. No refunds are allowed; participants may switch to the virtual option before October 1.
Registered participants receive a custom finisher medal and a Dri-Fit tech shirt, with an option to decline the shirt for a partial discount. Male and female age group awards are given to the top three in each age group for race day participants. The event includes a pre- and post-race runner's brunch with snacks and drinks, chip timing with real time results, and event photos made available online or via a mobile app.
Accessibility and rules: wheelchairs, strollers, and wagons are welcome; roller blades, skateboards, and motorized devices are not allowed. Leashed pets are permitted. There is no bag check because the event uses a common start and finish area. Packet pick-up is offered on October 3 and October 4 on the University of Arizona Mall. The event is managed by StartLine Racing and will proceed rain or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
