Central Upper Peninsula CISM Donut Dash Presented by the Ben Lauren Memorial Foundation
- Date
- August 2, 2026
- Distance
- Central Upper Peninsula CISM Donut Dash 5K Run/Walk- Citizen · Central Upper Peninsula CISM Donut Dash 5K Run/Walk- First Responder · 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk- Citizen & more
From the Organizer
Test your speed against Marquette County's Finest (and beyond)! This 5K will start on the bike path at the corner of East Baraga and South Lakeshore Drive in Marquette and head towards Harvey on the bike path, with the turn around just after the Carp River. Awards will be given to the top runner in each age group, overall male and female, top first responder, fastest first responder team (team must consist of at least 5 teammates), and agency with the most participants. The purpose of this team is to bring first responders and the community together to support mental health and healing for first responders. Proceeds will benefit the Central U.P. Critical Incident Stress Management Team (CISM)/Peer Support Team. The Central U.P. Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Team is a community of peers working to assist First Responders with Critical Stress Management in Michigan's Upper Peninsula following response to traumatic or impactful events and daily calls. We proudly serve and support First Responders in Marquette and Alger county and so many more. This mental health fund can assist any first responder in the Upper Peninsula.
Cost:
5K until August 2nd: $30 for citizens, $25 for first responders, $35 for citizens on Race Day
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk $10 (T-shirt for additional $15)
Packet Pickup: Saturday August 1st 4:00-6:00 at Queen City Running Company and Race Day 8:00am-9:30am at Provisions on South Lakeshore.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Title Sponsor -Ben Lauren Memorial Foundation
Gold Sponsor - Eagle Mine
Superior Timing
Queen City Running Company
The Window Store
Marquette Medical Urgent Care
Ojibway Casino of Baraga and Marquette
UPHP
Cliffs Mine
Interested in contributing as a sponsor for this event? Please contact Kristie Buruse at kburuse@gmail.com
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
59°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Marquette, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Marquette, MI
Elevation
870 ft
Nearest Airport
MQT
Marquette/Sawyer International Airport · 16 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Days to train
- Race
- Central Upper Peninsula CISM Donut Dash Presented by the Ben Lauren Memorial Foundation
- Date
- August 2, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Central Upper Peninsula CISM Donut Dash Presented by the Ben Lauren Memorial Foundation?
- Central Upper Peninsula CISM Donut Dash Presented by the Ben Lauren Memorial Foundation is a running race held in Marquette, Michigan on August 2, 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 Central Upper Peninsula CISM Donut Dash Presented by the Ben Lauren Memorial Foundation?
- Sunday, August 2, 2026 in Marquette, Michigan at 401 South Lakeshore Boulevard, Marquette, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Central Upper Peninsula CISM Donut Dash Presented by the Ben Lauren Memorial Foundation?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Central Upper Peninsula CISM Donut Dash Presented by the Ben Lauren Memorial Foundation
Aug 2, 2026