Tucson Hippity Hop Half Marathon - 10K - 5K - Cottontail Dash

Saturday 12th April 2025

Brandi Fenton Park: 3482 E River Rd, Tucson, United States

Running, Distance running, 10K, Half marathon, 5K


Activities

  • Half Marathon - Individual Age group/open
  • 10K - Individual Age group/open
  • 5K - Individual Age group/open
  • Cottontail Dash - Individual Age group/open
  • Virtual Run - Individual Age group/open

Description

Join us for our

Inaugural Tucson Hippity Hop Half Marathon - 10K - 5K - Cottontail Dash event

as we start an Easter tradition at

Brandi Fenton Memorial Park!
 

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The Cottontail Dash is an untimed half mile fun run with an egg hunt along the route. All participants receive a finisher's medal and a shirt.

You are welcome to bring your own bag/basket or one will be provided for you. Eggs are handed out by volunteers so that everyone will come away with equal amount of eggs.

Parents who only want to accompany their children on the course do not need to register.

 

This event is limited to 600 participants.

Event details and schedule

Mail-in Registration Form 

To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form! Please make checks payable to StartLine Racing.

 

Virtual Run Details 

Of course we want you to participate in the Hippity Hop event locally but we understand things come up. So, if you can't join us on race day and still want to run, get the medal and the shirt then you still can! Here is your chance to take part in this event no matter where you are! And of course, all prices include shipping! Please note that all items will ship following the event on April 12th.

Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. If you reside outside of the US and wish to participate please contact StartLine Racing at info@startlineracing.com

 

What You Get! 

Custom Event Medal for all participants

Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt or racerback tank for all participants. 

Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups for the half marathon, 10K and 5K only (race day participants only). Our age groups are the following:

8 & Under, 9 & 10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Over

Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc)

Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google)

Owned and operated by StartLine Racing!

Race Day Information 

Race Day Registration will be available beginning at 6:00am.

We accept cash, check, and credit cards on race day

  • Prices on Race Day:
    • Half Marathon - $90
    • 10K - $60
    • 5K - $50
    • Cottontail Dash - $30

We welcome wheelchairs, strollers & wagons.

No roller blades/skates, skateboards or motorized devices are allowed on the run or walk courses.

Leashed pet friendly

The course will take you through the open use trails (all asphalt and concrete), starting and ending at Brandi Fenton Memorial Park - meaning no need for transportation before or after the race just to get back to your car! Please note - this is an open use trail system and does not close for our event.

Cottontail Dash is an untimed half mile fun run with an egg hunt along the route. All participants receive a finisher's medal and a shirt. You are welcome to bring your own bag/basket or one will be provided for you. Eggs are handed out by volunteers so that everyone will come away with equal amount of eggs. Parents who only want to accompany their children on the course do not need to register. This event has a 100 person limit.

Due to the common start/finish line, there is no bag check for this event.

This event will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds or transfers due to weather.

There is a 4 hour time limit for the half marathon distance.

Water Station and Course Support 

Gatorade and Water will be available at all water stations.

 

Water will be located at:

  • Half Marathon - Miles 1.55, 3.1, 5.1, 6.55, 8.1, 10, and 11.55
  • 10K - Miles 1.55, 3.1, and 4.65
  • 5K - Mile 1.55

Restrooms will be located on the course at:

  • Half Marathon - Miles 3.11, 5.1, 6.2, 7.1, 8.1, and 10
    • Restrooms at Miles 3.11 and 10 will be at Rillito Regional Park (restrooms directly next to the running trail)
    • Restrooms at Miles 5.1 and 8.1 will be at Children's Memorial Park (restrooms directly next to the running trail)
  • 10K - Mile 3.11

GU Gels will be located on the course at:

  • Half Marathon - Miles 5.1 and 8.1

The cut-off time for the Half Marathon will be 4 hours

 

Packet Pickup Opportunities 

Packet Pick-up is available on Friday, April 11th from 3:00 - 6:00pm at Road Runner Sports (map).

  • Road Runner Sports is located at 7113 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85704

Race Day Packet Pick-Up will be available starting at 6am on Saturday, April 12th

 

 
 

Event schedule 

  •  
    Fri, April 11, 2025 3:00 PM - Packet Pick-up at Road Runner Sports from 3-6pm
  •  
    Sat, April 12, 2025 6:00 AM - Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Opens
  •  
    Sat, April 12, 2025 7:00 AM - Half Marathon Begins
  •  
    Sat, April 12, 2025 7:10 AM - Cottontail Dash Begins
  •  
    Sat, April 12, 2025 8:00 AM - 10K Begins
  •  
    Sat, April 12, 2025 8:10 AM - 5K Begins
  •  
    Sat, April 12, 2025 8:45 AM - Awards Ceremony Begins (approx.)

 

Organised by

StartLine Sports LLC

13160 N 76th Street, Scottsdale

Phone: 4809127878
Web: www.startlineracing.com

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