Every Monday evening, a few hundred people show up in Downtown Tucson for the Meet Me at Maynard’s (MMM) community walk.
It’s free, open to all ages and abilities, and it’s happened weekly – regardless of the weather – for over 10 years.
In fact, we joined in for the first time on MMM’s 10th anniversary, when there was a big celebration and local bands playing all along the route.
We joined up in the middle, walking over from the Hotel Tucson, where we were staying.
The MMM path officially begins at Maynard’s Kitchen and winds through downtown neighborhoods — past restaurants, historic sites, parks, and public art.
There are designated 2-, 3-, and 4-mile routes you can follow. Or you can make adjustments and take breaks as needed.
In fact, breaks are encouraged. Several local businesses along the route provide water to MMM participants and lots of downtown restaurants offer discounts. So you could do part of the walk, stop for dinner or beers, and then continue on.
The point is to get out, get some exercise, and enjoy the local community!
— More Meet Me at Maynard’s Info —
How to join:
- Register (once) online or in person at the information table in the courtyard behind Maynard’s.
- Before each MMM you attend, check in (online or in person) and get your hand stamped at the info table. (While you’re there, ask about entering raffles.)
- Start walking on your own or walk with a leader at 5:30 or 5:45.
- You can walk, run, or take a yoga class ($5 at YogaOasis during MMM).
- Leashed pets are welcome on the walk. So are unleashed kids.
- To get Monday night restaurant discounts, make sure to check in and get your hand stamped at the info table in the Maynard’s courtyard.
- Regular participants earn awards like t-shirts and hats. If you’re unsure where to go, look for people wearing the MMM shirts!
- Closing ceremonies and in-person raffle winners are announced back at Maynard’s at 7pm.
- Subscribe to our YouTube channel for video from the MMM 10th anniversary celebration, walk, and local bands — which I’ll post soon.
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