Chamber Events

TMC Earth Day 5K Run/Walk

Date and Time

Saturday Apr 22, 2023
7:30 AM - 10:00 AM MST

Saturday, April 22, 2023 Planned Schedule:

6:30-7:15 am Race day registration and packet pick up
7:30 Start time for TMC Earth Day 5k Run/Walk
8:45 Free Kids Dash
9:15 or so: Awards

Ongoing: All registrants can visit Biosphere2 on their own -- no need for a formal tour!

Location

32540 S. Biosphere Road
Oracle, AZ US 85623

Fees/Admission

$35 = All participants receive the following:

souvenir t-shirt, celebrating Earth Day
official finisher's time with chip timing
free entry to the world-famous Biosphere 2
discounted entry to spectators, plus free entry for children
post-race snacks and goodies

All non-running guests can purchase Biosphere 2 admission for the discounted rate of $11 (before 8:30 am) and all children under 12 are free.

TMC Earth Day 5K Run/Walk

Description

Join us at the 2nd Annual TMC Earth Day 5k, where you can walk or run the hidden backroads of the world-famous Biosphere 2, nestled at the base of the majestic Catalina Mountains, north of Tucson. The rolling 3.1 mile course offers gorgeous desert and mountain views, with start and finish on the Biosphere 2 Lawn.

Don't miss this chance to visit the earth's entire ecosystem under one roof while celebrating Earth Day.

Bring the Kids! Strollers are allowed at this child-friendly event, with a free Kid's Dash & Kid's Zone

Do Good! This inaugural event raises funds for the world-renowned Biosphere 2's Ocean Reef Lab.

Terrain: mostly pavement, with a brief dirt section

Difficulty: hilly in sections

Weather: 50's - 70's

Differently Abled: Yes, be mindful of hills and dirt road

Pets Allowed: No

Want Training Advice? Contact RRCA-certified running coach Tia Accetta at tia@runtucson.net.

This event is a partnership between Run Tucson & the Biosphere 2, the University of Arizona

Questions? Contact Race Director Randy Accetta at randy@runtucson.net.