Fine Valentine Run and Relay 2026
- Date Sat 14th February 2026
- Time 8:00AM MST
- Location Tucson, Arizona
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 7 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to spread the love at the Fine Valentine Run and Relay on Saturday, February 14th, 2026, in beautiful Tucson, Pima! This vibrant event, celebrated for its positive atmosphere and community spirit, welcomes true loves, best friends, and solo runners alike. Participants can choose from a variety of distances, including a 4-mile Relay, where teams of two will each run a 2-mile lap, a 4-mile individual race, and a 2-mile fitness walk or jog. The festivities kick off at 8:00 AM with a free FitKidz Mile, followed by the main events starting at 8:30 AM.
Located at Gentle Ben's in Main Gate Square, just outside the University of Arizona's Centennial Hall, this race promises not only a fun challenge but also a delightful post-race brunch featuring a free hot breakfast and special drinks. Join in the fun with a costume contest, a PDA (Public Display of Affection) exchange zone, and the chance to win the Kind Cupid Award for those who embody the event's spirit of kindness. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to run, connect, and celebrate love while supporting the Ben's Bells Project. Mark your calendars and get ready for
Located at Gentle Ben's in Main Gate Square, just outside the University of Arizona's Centennial Hall, this race promises not only a fun challenge but also a delightful post-race brunch featuring a free hot breakfast and special drinks. Join in the fun with a costume contest, a PDA (Public Display of Affection) exchange zone, and the chance to win the Kind Cupid Award for those who embody the event's spirit of kindness. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to run, connect, and celebrate love while supporting the Ben's Bells Project. Mark your calendars and get ready for
Organiser's Description
Featured by _Runners World_ as a race that gets you feeling the love! True loves, best buds, looking for love, & solo runners/walkers are all welcomed at this fun race and post-race brunch! Proceeds benefitting _Ben's Bells. _
_BE KIND - BE MY FINE VALENTINE_
When: Saturday, February 14th, 2026
* Registration/Packet Pick-up: 7am-8am outside of Gentle Ben's
* FitKidz Mile Start: 8:00am (BEFORE the main race)
* Relay, 4Mile, 2Mile Start: 8:30am
Where: Gentle Ben's, 865 E University Ave, Main Gate Square. Start line in front of U. of A.'s Centennial Hall just inside the Main Gate to the University of Arizona.
Pick Your Event:
* 4 mile Relay: 2-person relay where each person runs a 2-mile lap. Friends, sweethearts (wanna be sweethearts) & family members can be a team! Relays must show some form of PDA (Public Display of Affection) at the PDA Exchange Zone and at the awards ceremony to be eligible for prizes!
* 4 mile individual race: 2 laps of the course
* 2 mile fitness walk/jog: 1 lap of the couse
* Free FitKidz Mile at 8:00am (FitKidz mile does not include breakfast at Gentle Ben's)
Highlights:
* Free post-race hot breakfast at Gentle Ben's (not included with free FitKidz mile)
- Mimosa and Bloody Mary specials available for purchase at the Awards Party
- First Mimosa or Bloody Mary free to SAR members
- Festive PDA relay exchange zone
- Costume & PDA contest
- Course includes U. of A. stadium ramps
- Optional super soft, quality race shirts with design from a local artist. GUARANTEED T-shirt orders until 02/05/2026. A limited number of race shirts will be available for purchase for $16 at packet pickup on February 13th at the Running Shop on a first-come, first- serve basis.
**CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: KIND CUPID AWARD!!**
_Event Benefits Ben's Bells Project! Be Kind - Be My Fine Valentine!_
Know someone that is participating in the race that lives out the message of "Be Kind"? Nominate them here for the Kind Cupid Award! The winner will be announced and caped at the awards ceremony!
NOMINATION FORM [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfMdtcFSapWmkJyc7oiUEBRRcqagiLUA4kBcxbqOYT2BuopJg/viewform?usp=sf_link]
RUN MORE, PAY LESS! SAR members receive a discount that covers RunSignup fees at all SAR-owned races. Not a member? Join SAR: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/SouthernArizonaRoadrunners
_BE KIND - BE MY FINE VALENTINE_
When: Saturday, February 14th, 2026
* Registration/Packet Pick-up: 7am-8am outside of Gentle Ben's
* FitKidz Mile Start: 8:00am (BEFORE the main race)
* Relay, 4Mile, 2Mile Start: 8:30am
Where: Gentle Ben's, 865 E University Ave, Main Gate Square. Start line in front of U. of A.'s Centennial Hall just inside the Main Gate to the University of Arizona.
Pick Your Event:
* 4 mile Relay: 2-person relay where each person runs a 2-mile lap. Friends, sweethearts (wanna be sweethearts) & family members can be a team! Relays must show some form of PDA (Public Display of Affection) at the PDA Exchange Zone and at the awards ceremony to be eligible for prizes!
* 4 mile individual race: 2 laps of the course
* 2 mile fitness walk/jog: 1 lap of the couse
* Free FitKidz Mile at 8:00am (FitKidz mile does not include breakfast at Gentle Ben's)
Highlights:
* Free post-race hot breakfast at Gentle Ben's (not included with free FitKidz mile)
- Mimosa and Bloody Mary specials available for purchase at the Awards Party
- First Mimosa or Bloody Mary free to SAR members
- Festive PDA relay exchange zone
- Costume & PDA contest
- Course includes U. of A. stadium ramps
- Optional super soft, quality race shirts with design from a local artist. GUARANTEED T-shirt orders until 02/05/2026. A limited number of race shirts will be available for purchase for $16 at packet pickup on February 13th at the Running Shop on a first-come, first- serve basis.
**CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: KIND CUPID AWARD!!**
_Event Benefits Ben's Bells Project! Be Kind - Be My Fine Valentine!_
Know someone that is participating in the race that lives out the message of "Be Kind"? Nominate them here for the Kind Cupid Award! The winner will be announced and caped at the awards ceremony!
NOMINATION FORM [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfMdtcFSapWmkJyc7oiUEBRRcqagiLUA4kBcxbqOYT2BuopJg/viewform?usp=sf_link]
RUN MORE, PAY LESS! SAR members receive a discount that covers RunSignup fees at all SAR-owned races. Not a member? Join SAR: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/SouthernArizonaRoadrunners
Races
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2 Person Relay Race - Each Person Runs 2 Miles
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th February 2026 (8:00AM MST)
$27.50
Run more, pay less! SAR members receive a discount that covers RunSignup fees at all SAR-owned races. Not a member? Join SAR: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/SouthernArizonaRoadrunners Two person relay. Each person will run 2 miles. Fee is per person. -
4-Mile Solo Race
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th February 2026 (8:30AM MST)
$22.20
Run more, pay less! SAR members receive a discount that covers RunSignup fees at all SAR-owned races. Not a member? Join SAR: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/SouthernArizonaRoadrunners -
2-Mile Fun Walk/Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th February 2026 (8:30AM MST)
$22.20
Run more, pay less! SAR members receive a discount that covers RunSignup fees at all SAR-owned races. Not a member? Join SAR: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/SouthernArizonaRoadrunners The 2 mile run/walk is Not Timed -
FitKidz Mile for Kids 12 and Under
Sat 14th February 2026 (8:00AM MST)
Free
Run more, pay less! SAR members receive a discount that covers RunSignup fees at all SAR-owned races. Not a member? Join SAR: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/SouthernArizonaRoadrunners Just for kids 12 and under. Breakfast at Gentle Ben's is NOT included with FitKidz Race. -
4-Mile Solo Race (Rider)
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 14th February 2026 (8:00AM MST)
$27.50
Run more, pay less! SAR members receive a discount that covers RunSignup fees at all SAR-owned races. Not a member? Join SAR: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/SouthernArizonaRoadrunners -
2 Person Relay (Rider)
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 14th February 2026 (8:00AM MST)
$27.50
Run more, pay less! SAR members receive a discount that covers RunSignup fees at all SAR-owned races. Not a member? Join SAR: https://runsignup.com/MemberOrg/SouthernArizonaRoadrunners Two person relay. Each person will ride 2 miles. Fee is per person. -
Gentle Ben's Brunch for NON Registered Persons
Incl. $1.48 Fee
Sat 14th February 2026 (8:00AM MST)
$9.48
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