Thanksgiving XC Classic 5K
Tucson, United States • 26 Nov 2026
Thanksgiving XC Classic 5K & 1.5 Mile Fun Run/Walk : Reid Park, Tucson
The event is a European-style cross-country race at Reid Park featuring hay bale obstacles and mixed surfaces: grass, dirt, and a little asphalt. The course starts near Ramada #10 at the southwest corner of Reid Park, at 22nd Street and Country Club Road. Strollers are welcome though the course is hilly and mostly on grass and dirt. Lanes are provided to bypass the hay bales. For safety, dogs are not permitted.
Distances:
- 5K: two loops on the cross-country course
- 1.5 mile: one loop on the cross-country course
The 5K is part of The Running Shop SAR Grand Prix. Packet pickup is available at The Running Shop on dates before the race and on race morning at Reid Park (ramada #10). Race packets include cotton tee shirts in women's, unisex, and youth sizes; shirts are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. All fun run participants receive a shirt and a finisher's ribbon. The fun run is not officially timed.
Awards include overall and masters winners receiving Brooks running shoes from The Running Shop, age group awards across multiple divisions (10 and under, 11-13, 14-16, 17-19, 20-24, five-year divisions through age 84, and 85 and over), and themed awards and prizes for fun run placings. Team scoring uses the top four times from teams of up to seven members. The race benefits Team Hoyt Arizona and Toys for Tots. Participation is at the entrant's own risk. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.