Thanksgiving Cross-Country Classic
Tucson, Arizona, United States
Nov 26, 2026 - Thursday
1.5mi, 5k
Race Information
Be part of this Thanksgiving tradition! This traditional cross-country course is on grass and dirt. With the permission of Tucson Parks and Recreation, the course will be marked! The 5K course will be two loops and the 1.5 Mile course will be one loop. The course starts near Ramada #10 at the southwest corner of Reid Park, at 22nd Street and Country Club.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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