Races

The UP is full of some of the most beautiful race courses around. Click on a race below that piques your interest to find out more!

Shamrock Sprint 1 Mile – Marquette

First race of the year, come on out with your greenest outfit for a flat and fast 1 mile race.

Angry Bear 5K – Marquette

Part of Ore Dock Brewery’s Angry Bear Festival, come out of hibernation and bring out your best bear in this fun 5K.

Dead Carp 5K/10 Mile – Marquette

The year’s first “serious” race, this 5K and 10 Mile are right along the shore for beautiful weather and views while you cruise along.

Queen City Half Marathon and Breakwater 5K – Marquette

The premier race of the year, our 5K and Half Marathon bring runners from all over the country. Complete with pacers, tons of aid stations, and exciting crowd support, this is THE race to run.

Trick or Trot 5K/10K – Marquette

Final race of the year, come dressed to impress for a spooktacular race on the shore!

Spring Awakening – Houghton

The Spring Awakening 10k & 5k Run offers a scenic run along the Houghton canal and an opportunity to kick off your running season! With the snow melt and warmer temperatures of late April & early May, we all will feel a spring awakening! The course is an out and back on the bike path, giving you the full experience of the Keweenaw Waterway. All races will begin and end at Kestner Waterfront Park in Houghton.

Other UP Races and Organizations

We are happy to support and promote other races and race organizers both locally and throughout the UP. Without their continuing work, the running community would not be as vibrant as it is today!