Join Us for the 2027 Sun Run: La Primera! Kick off the 2026 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 3nd 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 , 3055 N. Campbell Ave. If you aren’t able to make it Saturday, no problem! We’ll be set up by 6:30 AM on race day to hand out bibs and any remaining shirts. Remember, first come, first served. But we’ll 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.
Course & Travel Notes
☀️ Typically 67°F / 39°F · 14% chance of rain
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Sun Run: La Primera 5K/10K Roadrace with FitKidz Mile 2027 — Tucson, AZ
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Race Travel Insurance
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When is Sun Run: La Primera 5K/10K Roadrace with FitKidz Mile 2027 — Tucson, AZ?
Sun Run: La Primera 5K/10K Roadrace with FitKidz Mile 2027 — Tucson, AZ takes place on January 17, 2027. The race is held in Tucson, Arizona.
Where is Sun Run: La Primera 5K/10K Roadrace with FitKidz Mile 2027 — Tucson, AZ held?
Sun Run: La Primera 5K/10K Roadrace with FitKidz Mile 2027 — Tucson, AZ is held at 4300 N. Silverbell Rd. in Tucson, Arizona.
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