Dead Carp 10 Mile Run, 5K Run/Walk, and Little Carp 1 Mile
- Date Fri 8th May 2026 - Sat 9th May 2026
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Marquette, Michigan
- Price Free - $54.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 10 Mile, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting weekend of running at the Dead Carp 10 Mile Run, 5K Run/Walk, and Little Carp 1 Mile, taking place from May 8th to 9th, 2026, in the stunning city of Marquette! This year, the event celebrates a decade of the Queen City Running Company by changing the long run distance from 20K to a speedy 10 Miles, offering runners a unique chance to embrace the beautiful springtime weather and the flat, fast course along Marquette's scenic lakeshore.
Whether you’re aiming to peak your spring training or just looking for a fun way to kick off your summer racing season, the 10 Mile Run is perfect for all skill levels. For those who prefer a shorter challenge, the 5K Run/Walk is a great option, and kids aged 12 and under can join in the fun with the Little Carp 1 Mile Race. Participants can look forward to a post-race celebration, awards for top finishers in various age brackets, and swag for everyone! Plus, your participation will support a wonderful cause, as proceeds benefit CampUPeninsulin, a summer camp for children with Type 1 Diabetes from Michigan's Upper Peninsula
Whether you’re aiming to peak your spring training or just looking for a fun way to kick off your summer racing season, the 10 Mile Run is perfect for all skill levels. For those who prefer a shorter challenge, the 5K Run/Walk is a great option, and kids aged 12 and under can join in the fun with the Little Carp 1 Mile Race. Participants can look forward to a post-race celebration, awards for top finishers in various age brackets, and swag for everyone! Plus, your participation will support a wonderful cause, as proceeds benefit CampUPeninsulin, a summer camp for children with Type 1 Diabetes from Michigan's Upper Peninsula
Organiser's Description
The Dead Carp has changed the long run from a 20K to a 10 Mile to celebrate Queen City Running Company's 10 years of being in business. We want to celebrate the longevity that only comes with a community such as ours that believes in us, so come run with us!
The Dead Carp 10 Mile Run and 5K Run/Walk offers a beautiful course with springtime temperatures ideal for running, and combines small-race feel with big-race perks. The course is a point to point, giving you the full scenic experience of Marquette's lakeshore. Start your day with one of the flattest, fastest courses around.
For those with longer distance ambitions, the 10 mile is a great way to peak your spring training, or to prepare for a summer marathon. Use it as a race, training run, fun run, whatever you desire! For those interested in a shorter distance to tackle, there is also a 5K run/walk option.
Coming back will be the Little Carp 1 Mile Race! This race will be available to kids 12 and under.
Post race shindig to be held at TBD! Award ceremony, swag for all participants... a great event to kick off your summer racing
10 MILE RUN: Winner in each age bracket (15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
5K RUN: Winner in each age bracket (10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
PACKET PICK- UP: No packet pickup for Little Carp 1 Mile. For 5K/10 mile,
Packet pickup will be Thursday 5/7 at QCRC from 12-8pm
Friday 5/8 at QCRC from 12-8pm.
Proceeds from this event will be donated to CampUPeninsulin which is a summer Youth Camp for kids from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan with Type 1 Diabetes.
The Dead Carp 10 Mile Run and 5K Run/Walk offers a beautiful course with springtime temperatures ideal for running, and combines small-race feel with big-race perks. The course is a point to point, giving you the full scenic experience of Marquette's lakeshore. Start your day with one of the flattest, fastest courses around.
For those with longer distance ambitions, the 10 mile is a great way to peak your spring training, or to prepare for a summer marathon. Use it as a race, training run, fun run, whatever you desire! For those interested in a shorter distance to tackle, there is also a 5K run/walk option.
Coming back will be the Little Carp 1 Mile Race! This race will be available to kids 12 and under.
Post race shindig to be held at TBD! Award ceremony, swag for all participants... a great event to kick off your summer racing
10 MILE RUN: Winner in each age bracket (15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
5K RUN: Winner in each age bracket (10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
PACKET PICK- UP: No packet pickup for Little Carp 1 Mile. For 5K/10 mile,
Packet pickup will be Thursday 5/7 at QCRC from 12-8pm
Friday 5/8 at QCRC from 12-8pm.
Proceeds from this event will be donated to CampUPeninsulin which is a summer Youth Camp for kids from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan with Type 1 Diabetes.
Races
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Dead Carp 10 Mile Run
Incl. $4.00 Fee & ASICS Giveaway
Sat 9th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$54.00
The Dead Carp 10 Mile Run offers a beautiful course with springtime temperatures ideal for running, and combines small-race feel with big-race perks. The course will pass over both the Dead and Carp Rivers, giving you the full scenic experience of Marquette's lakeshore. Aid stations will be provided on this course. Skratch hydration mix and chews will be available! -
Dead Carp 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & ASICS Giveaway
Sat 9th May 2026 (10:15AM EDT)
$32.80
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Little Carp 1 Mile
Fri 8th May 2026 (6:00PM EDT)
Free
For our little fish! The Little Carp 1 Mile, will start on the bike path in front of Drifa Brewing Co., and run south towards the carp river. This race will be a .5 mile out and back, totaling for a 1 mile race. Children 1-12years old are welcome to participant. Parents are welcome to run alongside their child FREE of cost. -
Run the U.P. Challenge
Incl. $1.30 Fee
Sat 9th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$6.30
It's time to King and Queen Up by competing in the Run the UP Challenge! The UP has some of the most scenic, beautiful, and fun courses in the Midwest. Summer temperatures are typically mild, and the hometown feel and vibe of our events are unparalleled! Are you ready to challenge yourself to see if you're our first ever King or Queen of the UP? What's Involved? - Runners will register to participate in the Run the UP Challenge by paying a one time fee of $5.00 to enter. - Runners must participate in at least four of the seven races listed to receive a Run the UP Challenge medal. - At the completion of the 2024 race season, a Queen and King of the UP will be crowned at the Run Iron Mountain Half Marathon. Prizes to top 3 Men and Women. - An age-graded point system will be utilized to determine results for males and females. - 20 bonus points for UP Championship Races ** - Runners who participate in more than four races will have their results calculated based on their best four races. - Live standings will be posted and shared on participating races websites.
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