Yankee Doodle DASH 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- July 4 – October 24, 2026
- Distance
- Yankee Doodle Dash 5K Run/Walk · Yankee Doodle DASH 5K Run/Walk - YOUTH - 12 and younger... · Run The U.P. Challenge | Race SERIES presented by Queen City Running Co.
From the Organizer
A 4th of July weekend tradition in Marquette County, the Yankee Doodle DASH is a race you won't want to miss!
The Yankee Doodle DASH 5K Run/Walk will start and finish in Harvey, Michigan...be run on an accurately measured course, and feature sweet shirts for all, as well as medals for all finishers.
YDD 5K Run/Walk
The 5K Run/Walk will begin at 8:00 am, and features a fast/loop course. All entrants will receive a sweet shirt, finisher medal, and as many flapjacks that your tummy can handle!. The 5K is family friendly, with $20 YOUTH pricing, as well as being stroller friendly!
+ Early packet pick-up will take place at Queen City Running Co. in Marquette on Friday, July 3rd from 4-7 pm. Just think, no long lines to stand in on race morning... pick up your packet early! (Highly encouraged...
Awards to the Top 3 Men | Women overall, as well as the top 3 in the following age groups:
10 & under | 11-14 | 15-19 | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59| 60-69 | 70-79 | 80+
Follow us on Facebook for updates, and on our website at www.yankeedoodledash.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
73°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
39%
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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Race Location
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What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Yankee Doodle DASH 5K Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
26
Days to train
- Race
- Yankee Doodle DASH 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- July 4 – October 24, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Yankee Doodle DASH 5K Run/Walk?
- Yankee Doodle DASH 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Marquette, Michigan on July 4, 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 Yankee Doodle DASH 5K Run/Walk?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Marquette, Michigan at 219 Silver Creek Rd., Marquette, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Yankee Doodle DASH 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Yankee Doodle DASH 5K Run/Walk
Jul 4, 2026