2024 Labor Day Race Weekend Schedule
Saturday, August 31st 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Packet pickup at the Running Shop, 3055 North Campbell Ave. Shirt sizing is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Yes, you can pick up the number and shirt for other people; please be mindful of the crowds.
- Yes, the Running Shop is holding their annual Labor Day sale, with discounts on sale shoes, sale apparel, and regular apparel.
Race Day Monday, September 2nd
Race Location: Saguaro National Park East, 3693 S. Old Spanish Trail Rd, Visitor Center Parking Lot
5:00 am - 5:45 am: packet pickup. All shirt sizing is first-come, first-served. NOTE: There is no in-person registration in Saguaro National Park on race day.
5:30 am: 8-Mile Walk Start. Only for Walkers and those who request an early-start. Early-starters are not eligible for any age group or overall awards.
6:00 am: 8-Mile Run Start. This is the Open Start for all runners. You must start at 6:00 am to be eligible for age group, overall awards, and Grand Prix points.
6:05 am: 5k Run/Walk Start. The 5k event begins after the 8-mile start, at about 6:05 am. All 5k participants start at the same time.
8:00 am: Visitor Center Opens; Awards begin, most likely starting with 5k then 8-miler afterwards
9:00 am: Route closes, with National Park Service reserving the right to pick up late-finish athletes, depending on safety concerns
9:30 am: Approximate time when the Park opens to all vehicle traffic
NOTE: Race sponsor The Running Shop will be open from 10am - 2pm on Labor Day Monday. Any remaining race shirts will be available at the Running Shop (3055 North Campbell Avenue) through the end of September.