Canal Run
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Location
- 400 Quincy St, Hancock, MI
- Distance
- Half Marathon · Adaptive Race - Distances Vary · Bob Olson 10 Mile Run & more
From the Organizer
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.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
76°
Typical Low
55°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hancock Houghton Co Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hancock, MI
Elevation
1,124 ft
Nearest Airport
CMX
Houghton County Memorial Airport · 4 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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Waiting For?
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Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Canal Run?
- Canal Run is a running race held in Hancock, Michigan on July 18, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Canal Run?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Hancock, Michigan at 400 Quincy St, Hancock, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Canal Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Canal Run
Jul 18, 2026