Fees & Policies
We invite you to join us in one of the most scenic celebrations of the healthy, active lifestyle in the Southwest. Join us in gorgeous Oro Valley, Arizona (just minutes from Tucson) for the TMC Arizona Distance Classic Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon and 5K.
The TMC Arizona Distance Classic is a celebration of athletes of all ages, all abilities, and all bodies. Everyone gets a warrior’s send off at the start and a hero’s welcome at the finish line.
Maximum entrants: To ensure a safe course and a great post-race party, the half marathon field will be limited to the first 1,000 registrations.
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2027 Entry Fees
Price includes: Official event shirt, aid stations along the course, post-race food and drink, and a souvenir finisher’s medal.
Half Marathon
- $60 – March 9, 2026 through March 31, 2026
- $70 – April 1, 2026 through November 30, 2026
- $80 – December 1, 2026 through March 7, 2027
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Quarter Marathon
- $40 – March 9, 2026 through March 31, 2026
- $45 – April 1, 2026 through November 30, 2026
- $50 – December 1, 2026 through March 7, 2027
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5K
- $30 – March 9, 2026 through March 31, 2026
- $35 – April 1, 2026 through November 30, 2026
- $40 – December 1, 2026 through March 7, 2027
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Half Marathon Wheelchair Rider
- $40 – March 9, 2026 through March 7, 20267
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Registration Policies
Refunds, Deferrals & Transfers
Refunds: Following event industry protocol, there are no refunds, and all registration sales are final.
Deferrals to 2028: Deferrals will be allowed for one year, with a $10 nominal fee. The deferral deadline is February 15, 2027. See this page for details on how to manage this process through your race registration platform: https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062915-defer-registration-claim-deferral#How-to-Defer-Registration.
Transfer Your Entry to a Friend: Race numbers may be transferred for the same $10 nominal fee. The transfer deadline is February 15, 2027. See this page for details on how to manage this process through your race registration platform: https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062921-transfer-to-another-runner.
Reselling: Race numbers cannot be sold.
Packet Pickup: Friends and family may pick up your race items at registration. Race goodies will NOT be mailed to participants who cannot attend the event weekend.
Pregnancy Policy: Please contact us at tia@runtucson.net for details on pregnancy deferrals. Our goal is to support all women on their pregnancy journey.
Public Health: This event takes place in the Town of Oro Valley and will follow all public health requirements set by the Town of Oro Valley.
Weather: Barring dangerous inclement weather, the event as planned will take place rain or shine; however, the race directors reserve the right to postpone or cancel the event due to events out of our control such as weather, natural disaster, public health crisis, or any other reason, including requirements by the Town of Oro Valley. Thus, we may alter the courses and distances at any time if required due to course blockages or other restrictions or impediments. All registrants recognize that all fees paid for the event are non-refundable for any reason. If the event is cancelled because of weather, natural disaster, public health crisis, governmental or court order, or any other reason, refunds will not be given. If possible, though, the event will be postponed and your entry will be transferred to a new date with details announced as promptly as possible.
Please contact us if you have any questions or for additional information at info@arizonadistanceclassic.com.
Changing your Distance
All registrants can transfer from one race distance to another through February 28, 2027. There is no fee for this transfer. There is no refund if you change to an event with lower pricing, but if you move to an event with higher pricing, you will be required to pay the higher price, including RunSignup fees. You can see directions on how to manage this process through your race registration platform here: https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000062922-transfer-to-another-event.
Please contact us if you have any questions or for additional information at info@arizonadistanceclassic.com.