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Big Gay 5K

Big Gay 5K is a running race on October 24, 2026 in Tucson, AZ, with entry fees from $25 to $35.

Date
October 24, 2026 (38 days to go)
Price
$25–$35
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

The Big Gay 5K is the centerpiece of Big Gay Weekend—a colorful, high-energy run and walk through Barrio Viejo followed by High Heel Havoc and extended post-race programming in Armory Park. The celebration begins Friday with the Kickoff Kiki at HighWire, featuring bib pickup, drinks, sign-making and plenty of pre-race sparkle. Throughout the weekend, independently produced events across Tucson will join the Big Gay Weekend umbrella, giving locals and visitors even more ways to celebrate queer joy across the city.

Events

5K$35
High Heel Havoc$25

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

83°

Typical Low

57°

Chance of Rain

10%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Tucson Wfo, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:34 AMSunset 5:41 PMDaylight 11h 7m

About Tucson, AZ

Population

543,348

as of 2023

City Elevation

2,430 ft

Nearest Airport

TUS

Tucson International Airport · 8 mi

Time Zone

Mountain Time

From Endurance Grid

A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.

Race Location

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Big Gay 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

38

Days to train

Race
Big Gay 5K
Date
October 24, 2026

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About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Big Gay 5K?
Big Gay 5K is a running race held in Tucson, Arizona on October 24, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Big Gay 5K?
Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Tucson, Arizona at 222 S. 5th Ave.. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Big Gay 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Big Gay 5K

Oct 24, 2026

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