Tucson Run Run Rudolph Half Marathon
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Event
The Tucson Run Rudolph event takes place on December 20, 2025, at Brandi Fenton Memorial Park, East River Road, Tucson, AZ. Distances offered include:
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
- Reindeer Dash (untimed, half mile)
- Virtual Run
All in-person participants receive a custom event medal and a dri-fit tech long sleeve or short sleeve shirt (an option to decline the shirt is available). Age group awards are given to the top three in each age group for race-day participants. Chip timing with real time results and event photos will be provided online and via a mobile app.
Course and logistics
The course uses dedicated running trails surfaced with asphalt and concrete, starting and ending at Brandi Fenton Park; the trail system remains open to the public during the event. Water and Gatorade stations are placed on course for each distance; GU gels are located on the half marathon course at the listed miles. Restrooms are available on course at specified mile points, including facilities at Rillito Regional Park and Children's Memorial Park. The half marathon has a four-hour time limit. Packet pick-up is available the day before at Road Runner Sports (7113 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ) and on race day at the park. Strollers and leashed pets are permitted. The event is held rain or shine and there are no refunds for weather. Parents who only accompany children in the Reindeer Dash do not need to register. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.