Big Gay 5K
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM MST
- Location Tucson, Arizona
- Price $27.50 - $48.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to celebrate pride and community at the Big Gay 5K on Saturday, October 24, 2026, in the vibrant Tucson, Pima. This exciting event is the highlight of Big Gay Weekend, inviting participants to join a colorful and energetic run and walk through the historic Armory Park Neighborhood. The festivities kick off on Friday with the Kickoff Kiki at HighWire, where you can pick up your bib, enjoy refreshing drinks, and unleash your creativity with sign-making—all while soaking in the pre-race excitement.
After the 5K, the fun continues with the thrilling High Heel Havoc and an array of extended post-race activities in Armory Park, ensuring a full day of joy and celebration. Throughout the weekend, various independently-produced events across Tucson will contribute to the festive atmosphere, giving locals and visitors alike even more opportunities to celebrate queer joy in this welcoming city. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience that combines fitness, fun, and community spirit!
After the 5K, the fun continues with the thrilling High Heel Havoc and an array of extended post-race activities in Armory Park, ensuring a full day of joy and celebration. Throughout the weekend, various independently-produced events across Tucson will contribute to the festive atmosphere, giving locals and visitors alike even more opportunities to celebrate queer joy in this welcoming city. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience that combines fitness, fun, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
The Big Gay 5K is the centerpiece of Big Gay Weekenda colorful, high-energy run and walk through historic Armory Park Neighborhood followed by High Heel Havoc and extended post-race programming in Armory Park. The celebration begins Friday with the Kickoff Kiki at HighWire, featuring bib pickup, drinks, sign-making and plenty of pre-race sparkle. Throughout the weekend, independently-produced events across Tucson will join the Big Gay Weekend umbrella, giving locals and visitors even more ways to celebrate queer joy across the city.
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Big Gay Socks
Sat 24th October 2026 (9:00AM MST)
$48.70
It's a 3.1 mile course winds that through the colorful, historic streets of Barrio Viejo with a generous time limit, on-course entertainment, and plenty of support along the way. Take your timewe just want you to get your steps in before you get your party on. The Big Gay 5K This is the race to break out the sequins, serve your best look, be judged by a drag queen, and maybe even attempt a colorful cartwheel at the finish line. Run, walk, or proudly meander your way through the course, then grab a cocktail in the park and join the celebration back at Armory Park. -
High Heel Havoc
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 24th October 2026 (10:30AM MST)
$27.50
Ready to make some questionable footwear choices? High Heel Havoc is an approximately one-city-block dash celebrating speed, style, and the occasional wobble. Prize packages will be awarded to both the fastest finishers and the participants who best embrace the spirit of the event. All genders are welcome, participants must be 18+, and heels must have a minimum heel height of 2 inches with a maximum base width of 1/2 inch. Depending on participation, the event may be divided into several heats. Final details are still being polished, so dust off an old pair or find a fabulous new pair and get ready to strut your stuff.
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Location
221 S. 6th Ave., Tucson, 85701, AZ, United States
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