Mardi Gras 5K

Mardi Gras 5K Race Information

Laissez les bon temps rouler! Join us on Saturday, January 30, 2027, for the inaugural Mardi Gras 5K, a festive winter run benefiting youth mental health initiatives in our community.

Event Highlights

• Who Can Participate: Whether you're chasing the front of the pack, enjoying a leisurely walk with friends, or simply looking for a unique winter event, everyone is welcome.
• Scenic Route: This family-friendly fun run follows the beautiful Marquette Bike Path before finishing with hot food, warm drinks, and an evening celebration worthy of Bourbon Street.

Your Registration Includes

• Race Entry: Official Mardi Gras 5K race entry
• T-Shirt: Custom event T-shirt
• Finisher Medal: Commemorative finisher's medal
• Post-Race Food: Hot jambalaya and fresh coffee at the finish line

Costumes Encouraged!

This wouldn’t be Mardi Gras without costumes! Beads, masks, feathers, sequins, purple, green, and gold—we want to see it all. Whether you dress as New Orleans royalty, a jazz musician, or create something completely original, come ready to celebrate.

Prizes and After-Party

• Finishers: Prizes will be awarded to the first male and first female finishers.
• Costume Awards: Prizes for our favorite Mardi Gras costumes.
• After-Party: Join us at Ore Dock Brewing Co. beginning at 8:00 PM for live music.
• Costume Contest: Indoor costume contest at 9:00 PM.

Running for a Cause

Every registration makes a difference. 100% of the event's profits will be donated to organizations supporting mental health. Your participation helps strengthen our community while bringing people together through fitness, fun, and a little Mardi Gras magic.

Race Information

• Race Start: 2:00 PM
• Starting Line: In front of the Ore Dock structure on Lakeshore Boulevard
• Course: Out-and-back along the Marquette Bike Path
• Timing: This is a fun-run fundraiser and is not a chip-timed event.

Registration & Packet Pickup

Online registration will remain open until 12:00 AM on race day. Packet pickup will be available:

• Friday, January 29: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Queen City Running Company
• Saturday, January 30: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at Queen City Running Company

Join Us!

Whether you’re running for a personal challenge, walking with family, dressing up with friends, or simply supporting a great cause, we’d love to have you join us. Grab your krewe, lace up your running shoes, and help us bring a little New Orleans spirit to the Upper Peninsula.

Learn More

For further details, visit the official race page: Mardi Gras 5K Race.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you. Laissez les bon temps rouler!