Canal Run

Since 1975 Canal Run is the main running event in Michigan, where people with different sports skills take part in a chosen distance—running or walking.

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Race Info

The organizers provide commemorative T-shirts, water stations throughout the course, a medical station at the finish, unique awards and medals for the half marathon finishers, and free downloadable photos.

The top three athletes in each age group will be awarded.

The Kids’ Dash run is free for all children. The race is not timed and there are no age limits. All mini athletes will receive a Canal Kid’s Dash finisher’s medal.

Race Date

July 20, 2024.

Location

400 Quincy St
Hancock, MI US 49930

Directions

Distances

  • Half Marathon
  • Half Marathon Wheelchair Race
  • 10M run
  • 5M run
  • 10M walk
  • 5M walk
  • 2M Fun Run/Walk
  • Kid’s Dash

Starting Time

  • 7:15 AM – 10M walk
  • 7:30 AM – Half Marathon
  • 8:00 AM – 10M run
  • 8:50 AM – 5M run
  • 8:55 AM – 5M walk
  • 9:20 AM – 2M Fun Run/Walk
  • 10:30 AM – Kid’s Dash

Entry Fees

  • $55 and up – half marathon
  • $45 and up – 10M
  • $35 and up – 5M
  • $30 and up – 2M

Course Map

You can find the course map and description here: runsignup.com. Water stations will be every 2 miles along the course, where athletes may find water, Gatorade, and medical support.

Registration

To participate in the Canal Run, register here runsignup.com.

Official Race Website

Additional race information can be found at runsignup.com.

Social Media

If you are looking for more details about this race, follow its page on Facebook.

Related Events

If you’re looking for more races like this, have a look at our Half Marathons Calendar. You may also like to participate in other races in July.

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