Spring Awakening 10k, 5k, 1-Mile Kids Dash
- Date Sat 17th May 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Houghton, Michigan
- Price $11.60 - $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Spring Awakening 10k, 5k, and 1-Mile Kids Dash taking place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in beautiful Houghton! This vibrant event invites runners of all ages to embrace the joy of spring while enjoying a scenic run along the picturesque Houghton Canal. Kick off your running season with the exciting out-and-back courses that showcase the stunning views of the Keweenaw Waterway.
Whether you're aiming for the challenging 10k, the fun-filled 5k, or cheering on the little ones in the Kids Dash, there’s something for everyone! Participants in the 5k and 10k will not only receive a fabulous race medal and a stylish race t-shirt, but they’ll also have a chance to win amazing prizes from Queen City Running Co. Join us at Kestner Waterfront Park for a day filled with camaraderie, fitness, and community spirit, all while supporting Special Olympics Area 39. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to kickstart your spring training and create lasting memories with friends and family!
Whether you're aiming for the challenging 10k, the fun-filled 5k, or cheering on the little ones in the Kids Dash, there’s something for everyone! Participants in the 5k and 10k will not only receive a fabulous race medal and a stylish race t-shirt, but they’ll also have a chance to win amazing prizes from Queen City Running Co. Join us at Kestner Waterfront Park for a day filled with camaraderie, fitness, and community spirit, all while supporting Special Olympics Area 39. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to kickstart your spring training and create lasting memories with friends and family!
Organiser's Description
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.
The Spring Awakening 5k & 10k is a great way to jump into spring and early summer training. For those looking to complete the Canal Run Half-Marathon, our race can serve as a stepping stone into longer training and races! For those seeking a shorter distance, our 5k is a perfect match! If it's your first 5k or your winter slumber has gone on too long, follow along with our 6-week 5K training program leading up to the race.
Proceeds from this race will be donated to Special Olympics Area 39.
Dont forget the kids! We are also hosting a Spring Awakening Kid's 1 Mile Dash
RACE GIVEAWAYS
ALL RACERS THAT PARTICIPATE IN THE 5K OR 10K RUNS WILL RECEIVE A SPRING AWAKENING 5K/10K RACE MEDAL AND RACE T-SHIRT!
AWARDS
The top three male and female finishers of the 5k/10k receive awards!
1st Place: Free shoes from Queen City Running Co! Can be used at all 3 locations (Marquette, Houghton, & Iron Mountain)
2nd Place: $50 gift certificate to Queen City Running Co! Can be used at all 3 locations (Marquette, Houghton, & Iron Mountain)
3rd Place: Free Goodr sunglasses to Queen City Running Co! Can be used at all 3 locations (Marquette, Houghton, & Iron Mountain)
An awards ceremony will be held after the race!
TIMING
This year we will be using the services of Superior Timing to time this race! Chip timing will be provided for the 10k and 5k races!
BIB AND PACKET PICK-UP
Bib & packet pick-up will take place starting at 8:00am in the park pavilion. Aid station will be provided for the 10k run.
RACE ROUTE
All races will start at the bike path connected to Kestner Waterfront Park's Parking Lot and continue east along the canal path.
5K
Route will be a traditional Out and Back with the turnaround being just past East Houghton Waterfront Park
10K
Route will be a traditional Out and Back with the turnaround being near Sandpiper Drive. Aid station will be provided at the turnaround.
1-MILE
Route will be a traditional Out and Back with the turnaround taking place underneath the lift bridge.
The Spring Awakening 5k & 10k is a great way to jump into spring and early summer training. For those looking to complete the Canal Run Half-Marathon, our race can serve as a stepping stone into longer training and races! For those seeking a shorter distance, our 5k is a perfect match! If it's your first 5k or your winter slumber has gone on too long, follow along with our 6-week 5K training program leading up to the race.
Proceeds from this race will be donated to Special Olympics Area 39.
Dont forget the kids! We are also hosting a Spring Awakening Kid's 1 Mile Dash
RACE GIVEAWAYS
ALL RACERS THAT PARTICIPATE IN THE 5K OR 10K RUNS WILL RECEIVE A SPRING AWAKENING 5K/10K RACE MEDAL AND RACE T-SHIRT!
AWARDS
The top three male and female finishers of the 5k/10k receive awards!
1st Place: Free shoes from Queen City Running Co! Can be used at all 3 locations (Marquette, Houghton, & Iron Mountain)
2nd Place: $50 gift certificate to Queen City Running Co! Can be used at all 3 locations (Marquette, Houghton, & Iron Mountain)
3rd Place: Free Goodr sunglasses to Queen City Running Co! Can be used at all 3 locations (Marquette, Houghton, & Iron Mountain)
An awards ceremony will be held after the race!
TIMING
This year we will be using the services of Superior Timing to time this race! Chip timing will be provided for the 10k and 5k races!
BIB AND PACKET PICK-UP
Bib & packet pick-up will take place starting at 8:00am in the park pavilion. Aid station will be provided for the 10k run.
RACE ROUTE
All races will start at the bike path connected to Kestner Waterfront Park's Parking Lot and continue east along the canal path.
5K
Route will be a traditional Out and Back with the turnaround being just past East Houghton Waterfront Park
10K
Route will be a traditional Out and Back with the turnaround being near Sandpiper Drive. Aid station will be provided at the turnaround.
1-MILE
Route will be a traditional Out and Back with the turnaround taking place underneath the lift bridge.
Races
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Spring Awakening 10k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$43.40
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Spring Awakening 5k Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$32.80
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Spring Awakening 1-Mile Kids Dash
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 17th May 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$11.60
A fun kids 1 mile dash!
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