TMC Old Tucson Trail Run 8-Mile, 4 Mile, 1 Mile

  • Date Sun 21st February 2027
  • Time 7:30AM MST
  • Location Tucson, Arizona
  • Price $11.60 - $27.50
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the TMC Old Tucson Trail Run on Sunday, February 21, 2027, set against the stunning backdrop of Tucson, Pima! This exciting event offers participants the chance to choose from three thrilling race distances: an 8-mile challenge, a 4-mile loop through the enchanting Old Tucson Studios, and a family-friendly 1-mile fun run. As you dash through the iconic streets of this legendary western film set, you'll be transported back in time to the mythic Wild West, walking in the footsteps of movie legends like John Wayne and Sharon Stone.

Starting bright and early at 7:30 AM, the 8-mile race features a mix of challenging trails and scenic loops, while the 4-mile run navigates the dusty streets and desert terrain of Old Tucson. Families can enjoy the 1-mile run, perfect for joggers, walkers, and even little ones in strollers! With a fantastic post-race celebration including a cash bar and breakfast burritos, this event promises to be a fun-filled morning for runners of all ages and abilities. Don’t miss out on the chance to participate in this unique and exciting event that celebrates fitness and the spirit of the Old West!

Organiser's Description

WHETHER YOU'RE A SEASONED ATHLETE OR JUST LOOKING FOR A FUN WAY TO GET SOME EXERCISE, JOIN US FOR AN EXCITING MORNING AT AMERICA'S MOST LEGENDARY WESTERN FILM SET. PASSING THROUGH THE GATES OF AN OLD FRONTIER TOWN, YOU'LL BE TRANSPORTED BACK IN TIME TO THE MYTHIC WILD WEST.

DASH DOWN THE STREETS OF HOLLYWOODS MOST FAMOUS FILMS, AND WALK IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF MOVIE LEGENDS LIKE JOHN WAYNE, SHARON STONE, AND OTHER CLASS FILM STARS.

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T [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3059523]HE 8-MILE RACE [https://runsignup.com/Race/SunriseAtOldTucson/Page/8-Miler]INCLUDES A 2-MILE LOOP INSIDE THE OLD TUCSON GROUNDS, THEN A 4-MILE LOOP ON THE TRAILS OF TUCSON MOUNTAIN PARK, THEN A CLOSING 2-MILE LOOP INSIDE OLD TUCSON, WITH A START AND FINISH AT THE BITTER CREEK AND HIGH CHAPARRAL SETS. STARTS AT 7:30 AM.

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CLICK HERE FOR THE 4-MILE ROUTE. [https://runsignup.com/Race/SunriseAtOldTucson/Page/4-Mile-Route]THE 4-MILE TRAIL RUN LOOPS THROUGHOUT THE DUSTY STREETS, HORSE TRAILS, AND DESERT TERRAIN OF OLD TUCSON STUDIOS. THERE WILL BE TWO SECTIONS OF THE 4-MILER.

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CLICK HERE FOR THE 1-MILE. [https://runsignup.com/Race/SunriseAtOldTucson/Page/1-Miler-Route-Description] THE FAMILY 1-MILE INCLUDES A $10 ENTRY FOR ALL 14-AND-UNDER, WITH NO SHIRT. WESTERN COSTUMES, CHILDREN, AND STROLLERS ARE ALL WELCOME! THIS IS MEANT TO BE A FAMILY-FRIENDLY SOCIAL EVENT WITH NO PRIZES.

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THE FIRST 750 PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A FREE COMMEMORATIVE SHIRT.

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ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE COLORFUL SOUVENIR RACE NUMBER.

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WANT MORE? MOSEY UP TO THE CASH BAR FOR A POST-RACE DRINK AT THE BITTER CREEK SET OR PRE-ORDER A BREAKFAST BURRITO HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Store/AZ/Tucson/SunriseAtOldTucson].

HIGHLIGHTS:
* FIRST 700 REGISTRANTS GUARANTEED A COMMEMORATIVE COLORFUL SOUVENIR SHIRT - SEE HERE
* LOW PRICING WITH A LA CARTE ADD-ONS, INCLUDING DAY PASS TO OLD TUCSON, BREAKFAST BURRITO, OR ADDITIONAL SOUVENIR SHIRTS
* POST-RACE CASH BAR WITH BEER, SPIRITS AND MORE AT STAGE 2, NEAR THE BITTER CREEK FINISH LINE
* $2 OFF FOR ALL SAR MEMBERS.
* START/FINISH AT THE BITTER CREEK AND HIGH CHAPARRAL SETS
* COSTUME CONTEST: WE'LL HOLD A WESTERN-THEMED COSTUME CONTEST AT THE AWARDS CEREMONY -- RUN IN YOUR WESTERN DUDS AND TRY TO WIN A COSTUME CONTEST PRIZE!
* THE 8-MILER AND 4-MILER INCLUDES SINGLE TRACK TRAILS, HORSE POOP ALLEY, DIRT ROADS, WASHES, AND THE DUSTY OLD TUCSON MAIN STREET (WHEELCHAIRS AND STROLLERS WILL FIND THIS VERY CHALLENGING)
* THE 1-MILE WALK/RUN COURSE IS LESS TECHNICAL AND LOADS OF FUN FOR WALKERS, JOGGERS, AND RUNNERS OF ALL ABILITIES (CHAIRS AND STROLLERS SHOULD BE FINE ON THIS TRAIL, THOUGH CHAIR ATHLETES MAY HAVE A DIFFICULT TIME NAVIGATING THE TERRAIN).
* THE 14-AND-UNDER 1-MILE IS A LOW PRICE OF $10 BUT DOES NOT INCLUDE A SHIRT.
* FREE LIL' PARTNERS 100 YARD DASH FOR LIL' COWPOKES!
* AGE GROUP AND OVERALL PRIZES: GIFT CERTIFICATES TO THE RUNNING SHOP FOR OVERALL AND AGE GROUP WINNERS

TERRAIN: DIRT, TRAILS, AND WASHES
DIFFICULTY: SOME SECTIONS ARE RUGGED, MOSTLY FLAT BUT A FEW INCLINES, WATCH OUT FOR CACTUS. THE 8-MILER HAS A SECTION THAT IS PRETTY CHALLENGING BETWEEN MILES 3-5.
WEATHER: 50'S - 70'S
DIFFERENTLY ABLED: THE 8-MILER AND FOUR-MILER IS NOT SUITED FOR CHAIRS, BUT THE 1-MILER MAY BE DOABLE
PETS: UNFORTUNATELY, PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON OLD TUCSON PROPERTY
ABOUT OLD TUCSON: OLD TUCSON STUDIOS IS OPEN THURSDAYS THROUGH MONDAYS FROM 10:30AM TO 5:00PM. MORE DETAILS CAN BE FOUND ON THEIR WEBSITE WWW.OLDTUCSON.COM
LOCATION AND DIRECTIONS: FOLLOW LINKS ABOVE. OLD TUCSON STUDIOS, 201 SOUTH KINNEY ROAD, TUCSON, AZ 85735

FOR QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT RANDY@RUNTUCSON.NET.

CHOOSE YOUR RACE DAY DISTANCE -- TIMES ARE TENTATIVE, AS WE WORK OUT THE DETAILS WITH OLD TUCSON ENTERTAINMENT

TENTATIVE 2027 SCHEDULE

Saturday, February 20: Packet Pickup and In-Person Registration at The Running Shop

10:00am - 1 In-person registration and packet pickup at the Running Shop, 3055 North Campbell. All shirt sizes are first-come, first-served.

YES: someone else can pick up your items and you can pick up someone else's shirt and number

YES: it will be crowded, so please be patient and be nice to the volunteers

YES: The Running Shop will have items on sale, so take some time to shop for your running needs.

YES: New registrants can pay by RunSignup, or with cash or check

Sunday morning, February 21: Event Day!

6 In-person registration and packet pickup begins at start/finish staging area, near Bitter Creek and Sound Stage Two.

Enter the walkway at the eastern end of the Old Tucson main parking lot. All shirt sizes are first-come, first-served. There are no race transfers allowed. New registrants can pay with cash or check. Please be nice to the staff and the volunteers.

7 Start 8-Miler, at Bitter Creek Set

7 Family Mile Starts

9 Four-Miler, Corral One

9:00 or so: Breakfast and Cash Bar will open.

9 Four-Miler, Corral One

10:00 or so: on rolling basis, Awards begin, Costume Contest, and Free Lil' Pardner's Fun Run -- fun 100-yard dash around the High Chaparral and Bitter Creek sets

11:00 or so: we try to wrap up. According to Old Tucson management, all participants are asked to leave the grounds by 11:15 or so, and then re-enter through the main entry turnstyles.

REMINDER: Friends and family are allowed in Old Tucson during the event up until race end at 11:15 am. To stay in town after the park opens, participants can purchase a discounted ticket. These tickets must be purchased via this webpage ahead of time.

February 22 - March 15th: If you missed the event, you can pick up any remaining shirts at The Running Shop; first-come, first-served for remaining sizes

Races

  • 8-Mile Trail Run

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 21st February 2027 (7:30AM MST)

    $27.50

    This trail run is open to male, female, and non-binary athletes, with age group and top finisher awards for the male and female participants. There is a 2 hour time limit.
  • 4-Mile Trail Run

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 21st February 2027 (9:00AM MST)

    $27.50

    This event is open to male, female, and non-binary athletes, with age group and top finisher awards for the male and female participants. The 4-Miler is part of the 2026 SAR Running Shop Grand Prix. We have added two sections: a "Female" section starting at 9:00 am designed so that women can race one another and receive awards and Grand Prix points based on the competition. The "Open/Male" section starts at 10:00 am and is set up for anyone to race in the Open section, with awards and Grand Prix points awarded to the male athletes. Non-binary athletes can choose whichever race they wish, with no awards currently planned..
  • 1 Mile Walk/Fun Run

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 21st February 2027 (7:45AM MST)

    $27.50

    All participants will receive an official time and a souvenir shirt, but there are no awards for this fun walk and run. All add-ons apply.
  • Kids Mile 14-and-Under

    Incl. $1.60 Fee

    Sun 21st February 2027 (7:45AM MST)

    $11.60

    All runners 14 years and under who wish to run/walk 1 mile will receive an official time, but will not receive a souvenir shirt. All add-ons apply.

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201 Kinney Rd., Tucson, 85735, AZ, United States

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