The Nun Run
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Event overview
The Nun Run is a community road running event held on Saturday, March 7, 2026. The Poor Clares host the event as their annual fundraiser; this is the 17th year. The venue is Kiwanis Park North Soccer Field, 101 W. Baseline Road, Tempe, Arizona. The event includes on-site packet pick up and race day registration at the park.
Race details and logistics
Distances offered:
- 10 km (two loops)
- 5 km (one loop)
- 1 mile (one loop)
Timing uses disposable RFID chips attached to the reverse side of the race number; race numbers should be worn on the front of the shirt. Awards are given to the top three male and female overall finishers and top three male and female finishers in multiple age groups (from 0-4 through 90+). A booth for the Poor Clares will be on site with a raffle. There is a shirt-only option; shirts will be mailed the week of March 9. Donation information is provided for those who cannot attend.
Registration fees increase by date: $30, $35, $40, $45, $50 for successive registration periods, and $55 for race day registration. Children 18 and under are $15 if registered before race day and $30 on race day. Confirmation emails are sent to participants before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.