Distances

The Events

Starting Line: Roche Tissue Diagnostics — 1910 E Innovation Park Dr, Oro Valley, Arizona 85755

The TMC Arizona Distance Classic Half Marathon (13.1 miles) — 6:30 am

The TMC Arizona Distance Classic Half Marathon will allow runners and walkers to experience the exhilaration of completing the world’s most popular race distance in the foothills of the gorgeous Santa Catalina Mountains. The race begins at the campus of Roche Tissue Diagnostics (on E Innovation Park Dr, just south of E Rancho Vistoso Blvd) and takes participants east, and back on the gently rolling course along E Rancho Vistoso Blvd. The course meanders through an incredibly scenic neighborhood studded with saguaro cacti and surrounding picturesque Honey Bee Canyon. Half Marathon runners and walkers will be accompanied by supportive community members throughout the course, which will have six aid stations.

The TMC Arizona Distance Classic Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles) — 7:05 am

The Quarter Marathon is a TMC Arizona Distance Classic signature distance that allows runners and walkers to enjoy “a half of a half.” The course features much of the same characteristics of the Half Marathon course, with runners and walkers also starting at the Roche Tissue Diagnostics campus (on E Innovation Park Dr, just south of E Rancho Vistoso Blvd), and takes participants west, and back on the gently rolling course along E Rancho Vistoso Blvd. Quarter Marathon participants turn back at the Honey Bee Canyon Park and trail-head to return with a full view of the stunning Catalina Mountain view. While the race is only half as long, the post-race celebration is the same as the Half, with sole-moving music, complimentary refreshments, massages, and a lively post-race expo. Quarter Marathon participants will enjoy several motivational cheer stations, support and well wishes from passersby, and three aid stations.

5K (3.1 miles) — 7:05 am

The 5K allows runners and walkers to enjoy the TMC Arizona Distance Classic’s scenic race course and celebration of the healthy, active lifestyle by participating in a 3.1-mile race along E Innovation Park Dr and E Rancho Vistoso Blvd on an out-and-back course. The gently rolling hills of miles 3 to 4 of the Half Marathon offer the challenging yet enjoyable opportunity to put feet to street and be part of the action. The return leg of the 5K is largely downhill and offers, arguably, the most amazing Southwestern race event views available. The 5K course has one aid station and ample opportunities for motivation and celebration from start to finish.

Start Times

Starting Line: Roche Tissue Diagnostics — 1910 E Innovation Park Dr, Oro Valley, Arizona 85755

5:30-6:45 am: Packet pickup and registration
6:15 am: Parking closes, so all vehicles must be on site by 6:20 am
6:30 am: Half Marathon start
7:05 am: Quarter Marathon and 5K start
9:00 am approximately: Quarter Marathon and 5K awards begin
10:00 am approximately: Half Marathon awards begin
10:00 am: Course closure
11:30 am: Event closure

Course Limitations

To ensure the safety of all participants, the AZDC does not permit bicycles, rollerblades, or scooters.

Strollers and baby joggers are welcome. Please be mindful of public safety.

Pets are not allowed on the course.

Course closure: The Half Marathon course will remain open for 3.5 hours, thus the course will close on a continuous pace of 16:00 per mile. If you cannot complete 16:00 per mile for 13.1 miles, please consider the Quarter Marathon.