WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON TUCSON, ARIZONA
Tucson's Wicked Fast Marathon & Half Marathon offers a net downhill, paved desert course ideal for PRs.
Race Date
Feb 27, 2027
Location
Tucson, AZ
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, February 27, 2027
- Location
- Tucson, Arizona
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 119
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Wicked Fast Marathon & Half Marathon in Tucson, Arizona, promises a swift and scenic desert running experience. This all-paved course utilizes the Chuck Huckleberry Loop, offering a smooth, traffic-free path through open spaces with views of the desert landscape.
Designed for speed, the half marathon boasts a significant net drop of approximately 800 feet, creating a sensationally fast, almost flat profile that aims to be a personal best and Boston Qualifier haven. Runners can anticipate a straightforward, unhindered race from start to finish, with the unique advantage of no parked cars or street crossings disrupting the rhythm.
Celebrating its inaugural edition, the event aims to provide a vibrant post-race atmosphere, inviting participants to enjoy a complimentary beer and the sunny charm of Tucson, a notable destination for runners in the Southwest.
Race-provided description
Experience Tucson’s newest and fastest race! Start in beautiful Oro Valley for the first 5 miles on N. Oracle Road then run entirely along the beautiful Chuck Huckleberry Loop, this all-paved course offers runners a smooth, traffic-free experience from start to finish. With a gentle 800-foot net drop, it feels flat as a pancake—yet runners will swear it’s even faster than Chicago. No parked cars, no street crossings, just open space and scenic desert views as you cruise toward your next Boston Qualifier or personal best. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your accomplishment with a free beer and soak in the sunshine and charm of Tucson, one of the Southwest’s most vibrant running destinations.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, February 27, 2027
Start Time
6:40 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
29817 Biosphere Road, Tucson, AZ 85623, Tucson, AZ, 85623
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Desert
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
+12.09 m
Separation
87.5%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
AZ26002JOE · Wicked Fast Half Marathon Tucson
Net downhill course — fast finishing times are common. Point-to-point course layout.
Quality Score
1 year running
~119 finishers a year
growing or steady
0% returning runners
USATF certified · 5 timing sources · 6 photos
no finisher data yet
winner 1:26:32
typical high 71°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
43°
Afternoon (High)
71°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
38%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 119 finishers actually crossed the line across 1 year.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
119
Median time
2:12:56
Latest turnout
119
States
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Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON TUCSON, ARIZONA?
The WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON TUCSON, ARIZONA is held on Saturday, February 27, 2027, starting at 6:40 AM.
Where does the WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON TUCSON, ARIZONA take place?
It takes place in Tucson, Arizona.
What distances does the WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON TUCSON, ARIZONA offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles.
Is the WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON TUCSON, ARIZONA course flat and good for a PR?
The WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON TUCSON, ARIZONA is a ultra-flat, point to point course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON TUCSON, ARIZONA?
HalfRuns has finish records for 119 runners who have completed the WICKED FAST MARATHON & HALF MARATHON TUCSON, ARIZONA.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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