Sun Run: La Primera 5k/10k Roadrace with FitKidz Mile

Sunday, January 17, 2027

8:00 AM MST

Tucson, Arizona

Free–$38.10 · 5 races

5km, 10km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join the excitement at the Sun Run: La Primera on Sunday, January 17th, 2027! This vibrant event takes place at Danny Lopez Park in Tucson, Pima, and is part of the esteemed The Running Shop/Mizuno SAR Grand Prix Series. Runners can choose between the exhilarating 10K and the scenic 5K, both featuring a beautiful loop around the Santa Cruz River Path with its gently rolling hills.

In addition to the main races, young participants can look forward to the FitKidz Mile, ensuring a fun-filled day for the whole family. The 10K kicks off at 8:00 AM, followed by the 5K at 8:15 AM, and the FitKidz Mile at 8:45 AM. Make sure to arrive early for pre-race packet pick-up on Saturday, January 16th, or starting at 6:30 AM on race day. This event not only promises an invigorating start to the racing season but also supports the Gratitude and Grace Foundation, helping families in need. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, make memories, and contribute to a great cause!

Races

Sun Run 10k (SAR Grand Prix Race)

Incl. $3.10 Fee & Race Day T-Shirt

3rd year at the new course! 10K is USATF Certified. First leg of the SAR Grand Prix 2026. 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

8:00 AM MST

$38.10

Register
Sun Run 10k Rider (SAR Grand Prix Race)

Incl. $2.80 Fee & Race Day T-Shirt

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

8:00 AM MST

$32.80

Register
Sun Run 5k

Incl. $2.80 Fee & Race Day T-Shirt

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

8:15 AM MST

$32.80

Register
Sun Run 5k Rider

Incl. $2.80 Fee & Race Day T-Shirt

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

8:15 AM MST

$32.80

Register
FitKidz Mile

This will be the first FitKidz Mile of the 2026 Season. All children 12 and under will be able to run the FitKidz Mile for free. Sign up early please!

8:45 AM MST

Free

Register

Organiser's description

Join Us for the 2027 Sun Run: La Primera!

Kick off the 2027 racing season on January 17th, 2027, with Sun Run: La Primera, the first race in The Running Shop/Mizuno SAR Grand Prix Series (10k). This is our 3rd year at the new course. We are running at the newly named DANNY LOPEZ PARK (formally Christopher Columbus Park)! Runners will enjoy a scenic loop around the Santa Cruz River Path, featuring gently rolling hills through the Sweetwater Riparian area that make this route a fresh challenge and departure from the typical out-and-back.

We will also provide a FitKidz Mile after most have completed the 5k and 10k.

PRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP: Saturday, January 16th, 2027, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at The Running Shop http://runningshopaz.com, 3055 N. Campbell Ave. If you arent able to make it Saturday, no problem! Well be set up by 6:30 AM on race day to hand out bibs and any remaining shirts. Remember, first come, first served. But well do the best we can for everyone!

RACE INFORMATION

WHEN: Sunday, January 17th, 2027

WHERE: Danny Lopez Park (Formally Christopher Columbus Park) - 4300 N. Silverbell Rd.

STARTING TIMES: 8:00 AM - 10k Start - SAR Grand Prix Race

8:15 AM - 5k Start

8:45 AM - FitKidz Mile Start

9:30 AM - Awards Ceremony 5k with the 10k Starting After FitKidz Finishes

FITKIDZ REGISTRATION: Online registration for the FitKidz event closes at 8:00 AM on the day of the race. Paper registration closes at 8:30 AM on the day of the race. We encourage parents to register their children for FitKidz events prior to the day of the race. This will ensure each participant will be assigned a bib number and provide accurate results using the electronic timing system.

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

Please visit https://runsar.org/events/sun-run-la-primera-5-10k-roadrace for updates.

This race benefits the GRATITUDE AND GRACE FOUNDATION in helping families recovering from organ transplant and substance abuse disorder. Please visit the RUNSIGNUP DONATE page.