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
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Event summary
Join us for the exciting Dead Carp 10 Mile Run, 5K Run/Walk, and Little Carp 1 Mile event taking place from May 8th to 9th, 2026, in the beautiful city of Marquette! This year, we're celebrating a decade of community spirit with a thrilling 10-mile race that showcases the stunning landscapes of the area, crossing over both the Dead and Carp Rivers. The course is designed to be one of the flattest and fastest around, perfect for seasoned runners looking to peak their spring training or for those simply wanting to enjoy a fun run in the fresh spring air.
For those seeking a shorter distance, the 5K Run/Walk offers a fantastic opportunity to participate, while the Little Carp 1 Mile Race invites kids aged 12 and under to join in on the fun. Participants can look forward to an engaging post-race celebration, awards for winners in various age categories, and swag for everyone involved. Don’t miss out on this wonderful chance to kick off your summer racing season while supporting CampUPeninsulin, a summer camp for kids with Type 1 Diabetes. Get ready for a memorable weekend filled with camaraderie, fitness, and scenic views!
For those seeking a shorter distance, the 5K Run/Walk offers a fantastic opportunity to participate, while the Little Carp 1 Mile Race invites kids aged 12 and under to join in on the fun. Participants can look forward to an engaging post-race celebration, awards for winners in various age categories, and swag for everyone involved. Don’t miss out on this wonderful chance to kick off your summer racing season while supporting CampUPeninsulin, a summer camp for kids with Type 1 Diabetes. Get ready for a memorable weekend filled with camaraderie, fitness, and scenic views!
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 an out and back and back and will pass over both the Dead and Carp Rivers, 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, this almost half marathon 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 and Friday 5/8 at QCRC from 12-8pm.
The awards ceremony will begin between 11-11:15pm at Drifa Brewing Company.
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 an out and back and back and will pass over both the Dead and Carp Rivers, 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, this almost half marathon 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 and Friday 5/8 at QCRC from 12-8pm.
The awards ceremony will begin between 11-11:15pm at Drifa Brewing Company.
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 & Socks
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 & Socks
Sat 9th May 2026 (9:45AM 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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