
From the Organizer
Dawg Days of Summer is BACK! Join us on Sunday, August 2nd, for an action packed mountain bike race JUST FOR KIDS and help support the Dirt Dawg's largest fundraiser of the year :-)
This year is extra special because it is the Dawg Days of Summer's 10th anniversary! Come celebrate a decade of fun, community, and young riders hitting the trails.
We will have multiple divisions and courses designed for a variety of skill and endurance levels, so there is something for everyone. There also will be a strider (bikes without pedals) race available for our littlest racers. This 15-20 minute race will be at the base of the ski hill for maximum visibility and cheers..don't miss out!
Cannonsburg will have food, refreshing beverages, and plenty of ice cream, so feel free to bring the whole family and invite your friends for a full day of fun. Beyond the races, you can enjoy bouncy houses, a silent auction, games, an exciting duck race, and so much more. We can't wait to see you there!
Race Times:
Beginner (1.5 miles): 10:00 AM
Intermediate (2.5 miles): 11:00 AM
Strider National Championship: 12:00 PM
Brand New Pedalers (1/2 mile): 12:30 PM
Elite (8 miles): 1:00 PM
Expert (5 miles): 1:05 PM
Mandatory Gear: Helmets and closed toe shoes are MANDATORY for all racers. Safety is our number one priority and we ask that all adults riding bicycles wear helmets as well. Thank you!!!
Other Recommended Gear:
*Cycling gloves
*Camelbacks or water bottles
*Extra water (it's going to be hot)
*Extra clothes
*Towels
*Chairs
*Sunscreen
*Bug Spray
*Umbrellas (better to be safe than sorry)
(PS Don't forget those cowbells!)
Events
Weather
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
83°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from E Grand Rapids, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
780 ft
Nearest Airport
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 14 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Dawg Days of Summer 2026
Aug 2, 2026