Tucson Ultra • 12/24/48/72/144 Hour Fixed-Time Races | Himmel Park • October 10–16, 2026
TUCSON ULTRA

12hr • 24hr • 48hr • 72hr • 144hr Fixed-Time Races

October 10–16, 2026 • Himmel Park • 1000 N Tucson Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85716

Race start times

  • 144hr: Sat 10/10/26 • 10:00am
  • 72hr: Tue 10/13/26 • 10:00am
  • 48hr: Wed 10/14/26 • 10:00am
  • 24hr: Thu 10/15/26 • 10:00am
  • 12hr: Thu 10/15/26 • 10:00pm
  • All races end Fri 10/16/26 • 10:00am

Who we are

Community & Unity • a positive, drama-free crew of ultra endurance athletes who care about keeping Himmel Park clean, safe, active and thriving.

Choose your event

144 Hour
Starts Sat, Oct 10, 2026 • 10:00am • Ends Fri 10:00am

The longest format on the page. Settle in, manage effort, and keep stacking miles for six full days.

72 Hour
Starts Tue, Oct 13, 2026 • 10:00am • Ends Fri 10:00am

The multi-day classic. Pace, rest, repeat. Community keeps you moving.

48 Hour
Starts Wed, Oct 14, 2026 • 10:00am • Ends Fri 10:00am

Double the day, double the distance • stay steady and stack miles.

24 Hour
Starts Thu, Oct 15, 2026 • 10:00am • Ends Fri 10:00am

Fixed-time racing: go as far as you can in 24 hours. You vs You.

12 Hour
Starts Thu, Oct 15, 2026 • 10:00pm • Ends Fri 10:00am

A fast overnight effort for runners who want a shorter fixed-time challenge under the lights.

What is fixed-time racing?

Runners and walkers aim to cover as much distance as possible within a set time: 12, 24, 48, 72, or 144 hours. It’s a You-vs-You style event • choose your pace, manage your rest, keep stacking laps.

Bring your own fuel (BYOF)

If you follow a specific diet, please bring your own snacks and beverages. Volunteers will provide vegan/vegetarian burritos, bagels, and assorted snacks throughout the event.

The 520

520 miles$520

If you have an interest in participating in the 520 please email: TucsonUltra@gmail.com

Tucson Ultra • Himmel Park • Tucson, Arizona