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GARMIN MARATHON TUCSON TWO WEEKS AWAY - On Sunday, Nov. 8, Garmin, a global leader in fitness tech and pioneer of the world’s first running smartwatch, will host the second annual Garmin Marathon Tucson. The event includes four USA Track & Field (USATF)-certified races, including a Boston Marathon qualifier full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K, as well as a two-day expo at the Tucson Convention Center, on Nov. 6 and 7, showcasing Garmin products and technology, that is open to the public. Attendees can expect limited-edition race gear from Garmin, meet and greets with Garmin-sponsored professional athletes, and additional items from select sponsors. Directly following the race, a finish line festival – also open to the public – will give runners a chance to celebrate with local food, live entertainment, and other activities. The event is held in partnership with the City of Tucson, Pima County, and VisitTucson. Learn more about the races and traffic/road closure information by following the links below.
City information about Garmin Marathon Series
Garmin Marathon Series from Garmin
SENIOR OLYMPIC FESTIVAL REGISTRATION BEGINS NEXT WEEK - Tucson Parks and Recreation and the Pain Institute of Southern Arizona present the 42nd annual Senior Olympic Festival, Jan. 3-31, 2027, at venues across the city. The festival is Tucson’s largest organized annual senior activity, promoting fitness, health, and an active lifestyle for adults 50 and older, and it is expected to draw more than 2,000 participants. Events include volleyball, bowling, bridge, racquetball, basketball shoot, pickleball, adaptive pickleball, archery, golf, tennis, horseshoes, badminton, and more. Registration opens Monday, Nov. 2, online (link below) or by calling 520-791-4877, and closes Wednesday, Dec. 23. Some events accept late or walk-up registration. Entry fees vary by event, and T-shirts, lapel pins, and donations must be added to your cart during registration. An opening ceremony is set for Wednesday, Dec. 16, from 4-7 p.m., at the Quincie Douglas Center, 1575 E. 36th St., where participants can get event details and pick up prepaid T-shirts. The first 50 attendees receive a free 2027 lapel pin. For details, visit the Senior Olympic Festival website linked below or contact the Sports Unit at seniorolympics@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-4870.
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Senior Olympic Festival
PUBLIC INVITED TO PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING - The monthly Tucson Parks and Recreation Commission (TPRC) meeting will be held today, Oct. 28, from 3:30-5 p.m., at Tucson Parks and Recreation (Mesquite Room), 900 S. Randolph Way, and online (link below). This City of Tucson commission of citizens serves as an advisory panel to Tucson's Mayor and Council. Its role is to make recommendations regarding recreational activities and park facilities within the City, operations policy and procedures, user fees, and park development. You can view the meeting agenda by following the top link below.
TPRC meeting information
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USE TUCSON 311 APP TO REPORT NON-EMERGENCY ISSUES - Do you have a concern about a pothole, a park issue, missed trash or recycling collection, an abandoned building, nuisance property, water waste, graffiti, or just need to know which City department handles a particular issue? If so, there's a one-stop shop for these types of reports and others. Download and use the Tucson 311 app, the 311 Service Request Portal via the City of Tucson website, or call 311.
Tucson 311 Service Request Portal and download links
Watch a Tucson Fire Department Facebook video about when to call 311 vs. 911
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