This list has local runs, walks and fun events for everyone. You can maintain your goals or create new ones! Plus, everyone loves swag — check out the "swag skinny" on some of these events. 

TEP Catalina State Park 5 and 10 mile trail race and 5K road run

Your race starts and ends at the park trailhead and follows the trails of the park, including the 48-stair climb. The 10.6 miler is two loops of the 5.3 mile course. Your 5K runs on the fast and flat paved park roads. Medals will be awarded for all events, plus a free Mexican breakfast. 

🏅 Swag skinny: Event medals for all events, custom running hat and free race photos

Where: Catalina State Park

When: Sunday, Sept. 22, 6:15-10 a.m.

Cost: $32-$52, register here

More information here. 

Thin Mint Sprint

Join the Girls Scouts annual family-friendly fun run, where every racer gets a tasty cookie. The event features a 5K sprint, 1-mile do-si-do dash, and 100-meter trefoil trot. The Trefoil Trot race is an untimed free race for children ages 5 and under.

🏅 Swag skinny: Youth runners will receive a patch and all racers will receive a Girl Scout cookie at the finish line.

Where: Brandi Fenton Memorial Park, 3482 E. River Road

When: Sunday, Sept. 22, 7:30-9 a.m.

Cost: $25-$35, register here.

More information here. 

Thin Mint Sprint

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OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

The 2019 Boneyard 5k/10k Run is happening Saturday, October 5!

The course for this annual 5k run/walk and 10k run winds through the grounds of the 309th Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Group at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson, AZ. The "Boneyard" houses over 4,000 aircraft on 2,600 acres and is the largest aircraft storage and preservation facility in the world. This event is open to the public, and is the best way to experience it!

You can find more information and a registration link at www.dmfss.com/boneyardrun

This event is sponsored by USAA, Larry H. Miller Dodge Ram Tucson, and State Farm Troy Cropp. Federal endorsement of sponsors not intended.

The running course begins and ends on a paved surface, while the middle portion is on dirt and gravel between the rows of stored aircraft. The majority of the 10K run consists of the dirt and gravel course. Top performers will receive medals.

Pre-registration is mandatory for off-base runners. Those with DOD ID cards are eligible for day-of registration.

Registration includes:

- Admittance to the 5K or 10K run

- T-shirt (if registered by Sept 18)

- Vinyl sticker (while supplies last)

Non-DOD ID card holders will access the Boneyard Run via the Irvington & Kolb gate. Please be aware that all vehicles and persons are subject to search. This gate opens at 5:30 to off-base traffic and will close for entry at 8am.

DOD ID card holders will access the run via the gate near the clinic. Please keep your DOD ID on your person at all times, as you will need it to leave the run area and return to your vehicles.

For more up-to-date information, including course and parking maps, please visit www.dmfss.com!

Boneyard Run 5K/10K

This unique event allows participants to compete in a 10K run or a 5K run/walk through the world's largest aircraft storage and preservation facility and gives the general public an opportunity to see the Boneyard's vast national treasures!

🏅Swag skinny: Free t-shirt

Where: Davis-Monthan Air Force Base Aircraft Boneyard, S. Wilmot Road

When: Saturday, Oct. 5, 8-11 a.m.

Cost: $35-$45, register here

More information here. 

Tucson Concussion Run

This event will feature a 5K and 10K run along with a 1-mile fun walk. Participants will get a pre-race and post-race brunch. Your registration benefits the Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona to increase their outreach, education, and programs in Southern Arizona for survivors of all types of brain injury; caregivers; and professionals.

The race will be accessible for wheelchairs, strollers and wagons. Leashed pets welcome. No roller blades, skateboards or motorized devices are allowed on the run or walk courses.

🏅Swag skinny: Custom event medal, dri-fit tech t-shirt

Where: Brandi Fenton Memorial Park, 3482 E. River Road

When: Saturday, Oct. 12, 7-11 a.m.

Cost: $30-$50, register here

More information here. 

Monster Mash Not-Another-5K

Time for the monsters under the bed to come out and play. Join a Halloween-themed running event with activities. The Monster Mash will have seven stations for runners to complete and kids get dressed up in their costumes for a free run.

A halloween movie (kid-friendly) will be streamed near the start/finish line, and Oro Valley Parks and Recreation will provide haunted hayrides, as well as a mini halloween festival that includes jumping castles and games.

🏅Swag skinny: Glow-in-the-dark finisher's medal and free BBQ at the finish. 

Where: Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N. Oracle Road

When: Saturday, Oct. 19, 5:30-8 p.m.

Cost: $25, kids are free, register here.

Tucson Zombie Mud Run

Ahh! Run for your life! Join a 5K on the muddiest, scariest and most exciting mud run ever. Participants will have to dodge zombies, complete muddy obstacles, and walk/run or crawl their way to the finish line.

🏅 Swag skinny: Shirts are available for purchase

Where: Terror in the Corn, 17000 W. Ajo Way

When: Saturday, Oct. 19, 1-6 p.m.

Cost: $20-$40(group prices available). Register here

More information here. 

Tucson Wicked Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & Spooky Sprint

This event is fun for the whole family and we guarantee a wicked good time. The Spooky Sprint will be an untimed half mile kids run. All kids who register will receive a trick or treat bag at check in and will be able to trick or treat along the course from our volunteers. All participants will get a pre-race  and post-race brunch. Costumes are highly encouraged!

🏅 Swag skinny: Event finisher's medal and dri-fit tech shirt

Where: Crossroads at Silverbell District Park, 7548 N. Silverbell Road

When: Sunday, Oct. 20, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Cost: $20-$75, register here

More information here. 

TMC A-Mountain Half Marathon

Don't miss one of the most popular half-marathon with three events to choose from and live music, vendors, kid activities, jumping castle, food trucks, breakfast after-party, and more. 

🏅 Swag skinny: Event race shirt for first 1,500 registrants, coaster medallion to finishers in the 5K and half-marathon

Where: Pioneer Building, 100 N. Stone Ave.

When: Sunday, Oct. 27, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cost: $35-$80, register here

More information here. 

Revel Race on Mount Lemmon

Run a smooth downhill scenic routen in the Coronado National Forest. This race will help you set your PR and hit that Boston qualifying time as it is the fastest marathon and half marathon in Arizona.

🏅 Swag skinny: Race day photos, personalized highlight video, medal, tech shirt, gloves and mylar blanket

Where: Mount Lemmon

When: Saturday, Nov. 2, 6 a.m. to Noon

Cost: $79.99-$99.99, register here

More information here.

TMC Veterans Day Half Marathon and Fleet Feet 5K

Your half marathon will start and finish at Old Tucson (Kinney Road). The half marathon will only be open to runners and walkers. Walkers will be accepted in the 5K, but not the half. There will even be a stroller division! All participants are welcome to join the post-race Mexican breakfast, doughnuts and coffee.

🏅 Swag skinny: Event finisher’s medal and a long-sleeve tech shirt

Where: Old Tucson, 201 S. Kinney Road

When: Sunday, Nov. 10, 7:15-10:45 a.m. 

Cost: $36-$77, register here

More information here. 

Turkey Trot, 5K, 10K and Fun Run

Jog into fall and find your inner gobbler at the turkey trot. The trot is fun for all, whether you' re looking to burn off some calories before the holidays or just have fun with friends and family.  The trot will take you along the Santa Cruz River. Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome to trot too. 

🏅 Swag skinny: Event shirt to the first 200 registrants

Where: Crossroads at Silverbell District Park, 7548 N. Silverbell Road

When: Saturday, Nov. 16, 7:30 a.m. to noon

Cost: $20-$25, register here

More information here.

Thanksgiving Cross Country Classic 5K and 1.5 Mile

Work up an appetite on Thanksgiving morning with a European-style cross country course complete with hay-bales and water-jumps. The 5K has separate races for men and women and the 1.5 mile fun run is co-ed too. 

🏅 Swag skinny: Event shirt

Where: Reid Park, 900 S. Randolph Way

When: Thursday, Nov. 28, 8 a.m. 

Cost: $14-$23, register here

More information here. 

Tucson Marathon, Half-Marathon and Marathon Relay

Give your legs a break and enjoy some of these downhill courses. The course winds through the desert on paved roads and finishes at the Golder Ranch Fire Station on Golder Ranch Road in the Town of Catalina. You’ll drop 2,200 feet in elevation as you run the course along the beautiful Santa Catalina mountain range.

🏅 Swag skinny: TBD

Where: Course information here

When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Cost: $99-$114, register here

More information here. 

Tucson Run Run Rudolph 

Help Rudolph and the gang get ready for Santa and the big night with a 1/2 marathon, 1/4 marathon, 5K and kids dash. Runners and walkers can enjoy a pre-race and post-race brunch. Strollers and leashed pets are welcome at the event. 

🏅 Swag skinny: Event medal and a dri-fit tech shirt

Where: Crossroads at Silverbell District Park, 7548 N. Silverbell Road

When: Sunday, Dec. 15, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Cost: $20-$70, register here

More information here. 

Hanukkah Hot Chocolate 10K/5K/1K Fun Run

Celebrate the winter holiday by joining the a Hanukkah Hot Chocolate 10K/5K/1K Fun Run/Walk. This is a non-timed event that you can run or walk, starting in the JCC sculpture garden. Event is free for kids ages 6 and under with registered parent.

🏅 Swag skinny: Event shirt and hot chocolate mug (pre-register by Nov. 20) 

Where: Tucson Jewish Community Center, 3800 E. River Road

When: Sunday, December 15, 6:30-10 a.m.

Cost: $10-$45, register here

More information here. 

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