Queen City Striders - Houghton
- Date
- June 22 – July 22, 2026
- Location
- 1603 Gundlach Rd, Houghton, MI
- Distance
- Little Striders (5-6 yrs / entering K-1st Grade) · Big Striders (7-8 yrs / entering 2nd-3rd grade) · Dashers (9-10 yrs / entering 4th-5th grade) & more
From the Organizer
Meeting 2 days per week for 5 weeks (Monday's and Wednesday's from 5:30-6:30pm), a team of coaches led by Queen City Running Company - Houghton's Youth Program Coordinator, Clayton Sayen, will be providing a positive atmosphere where athletes can be inspired and motivated through the discipline of running. We will break down the fundamental skills of running to meet the needs of all those participating. Our techniques will be taught through specific stretching, drills, bodyweight strength exercises, and of course RUNNING! Our Mission is to provide a positive atmosphere where youth athletes can be inspired and motivated through the discipline of running. Additionally our youth will learn the principles of leadership, respect, and teamwork as well as portraying healthy habits to last a lifetime. Included in our program is 10 1-hour sessions, post practice snacks, program T-Shirt, and discounted entries into the races listed below!
Located at the Houghton High School Track our camp will feature drills and activities located on the track, turf, and the state-of-the-art Michigan Tech Trails. Parents are welcome to spectate their kids participation in the camp activities! Any general questions regarding the program are encouraged to be asked! Please reach our the program director, Clayton Sayen, at cmsayen@mtu.edu for any questions!
First day of Camp: June 22nd
Last day of Camp: July 22nd
All participants will receive discounted entries into the following races. Discount codes will be given out to the parents prior to the events!
- Spring Awakening Kids Dash: Saturday, May 16th @ 10:00 AM - FREE
- Canal Run 2-Mile Fun Run/Walk : Saturday, July 18th @ 9:20am - FREE
*Please read the event descriptions for our group level breakdowns can be found under "Event Info"*
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
72°
Typical Low
51°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hancock Houghton Co Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Houghton, MI
Population
8,341
as of 2023
Elevation
890 ft
Nearest Airport
CMX
Houghton County Memorial Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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14
Days to train
- Race
- Queen City Striders - Houghton
- Date
- June 22 – July 22, 2026
- Location
- 1603 Gundlach Rd, Houghton, MI
Coming Up
More Running races near Houghton, MI
Thatcher Markham Memorial Run, Presented by Aspirus Health
1 mile away
2026 Keweenaw Chain Drive Festival
1 mile away
Miner's Revenge
35 miles away
Canal Run
1 mile away
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Queen City Striders - Houghton?
- Queen City Striders - Houghton is a running race held in Houghton, Michigan on June 22, 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 Queen City Striders - Houghton?
- Monday, June 22, 2026 in Houghton, Michigan at 1603 Gundlach Rd, Houghton, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Queen City Striders - Houghton?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Queen City Striders - Houghton
Jun 22, 2026