Canal Run

  • Date Sat 18th July 2026
  • Time 7:15AM EDT
  • Location Hancock, Michigan
  • Price Free - $54.00
  • Races 10 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 10 Mile, 5 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 50th annual Canal Run on Saturday, July 18, 2026, in the scenic location of Hancock, Houghton, Michigan. This premier running event in the stunning Keweenaw Peninsula offers a variety of race distances to cater to runners and walkers of all abilities. Participants can choose from a half marathon, a 10-mile run, a 10-mile walk, a five-mile run, a five-mile walk, and a delightful two-mile fun run/walk, ensuring there's something for everyone.

Adding to the excitement, the Canal Run features adaptive races for wheelchair and blade participants, making this event truly inclusive. With a commitment to giving back, the Canal Run has donated over $30,000 to local non-profits since 2011. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, beautiful views along the Portage Lake Shipping Canal, and the joy of running together! Don't miss out on this fantastic celebration of fitness and camaraderie!

Organiser's Description

Join us for the 50th annual Canal Run, the premier running event in Michigans Keweenaw Peninsula, on Saturday, July 19, 2025! Following the rolling hills along the Portage Lake Shipping Canal, the Canal Run offers four distances for runners and walkers of all levels, including a half marathon, 10-mile run, 10-mile walk, five-mile run, five-mile walk and two-mile fun run/walk. The Canal Run also features adaptive races for wheelchair or blade participants!

Official events include:

* Half Marathon
* Bob Olson 10 Mile Run
* 5 Mile Run
* 10 Mile Walk
* 5 Mile Walk
* 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk
* Kid's Dash
* Adaptive categories for the Half, 10 Mile and 2 Mile distances

The Canal Run is self-sustaining, bringing in enough money in registration fees and sponsorships to cover all the costs. Since 2011, the organizing committee has been able to donate over $30,000 to area non-profit organizations as part of its Canal Run Gives Back program.

Races

  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th July 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    $54.00

  • Adaptive Race - Distances Vary

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th July 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    $27.50

    Races will choose their distance during registration.
  • Bob Olson 10 Mile Run

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $43.40

  • 5 Mile Run

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th July 2026 (8:50AM EDT)

    $32.80

  • 10 Mile Walk

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th July 2026 (7:15AM EDT)

    $43.40

  • 5 Mile Walk

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th July 2026 (8:55AM EDT)

    $32.80

  • 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th July 2026 (9:20AM EDT)

    $27.50

  • Kids Dash

    Sat 18th July 2026 (10:30AM EDT)

    Free

  • Kids Dash - Shirt Included

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th July 2026 (10:30AM EDT)

    $11.60

  • Run the U.P. Challenge

    Incl. $1.30 Fee

    Sat 18th July 2026 (7:30AM EDT)

    $6.30

    The Canal Run is part of the 2025 Run the U.P. Challege. Runners will register to participate by paying a one-time fee of $5.00 by July 4th. Details can be found at https://www.queencityhalfmarathon.com/series

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Location

400 Quincy St, Hancock, 49930, MI, United States

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