Emerald Chase

Sat, Jul 11, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location: Manistique, MI; 101 Main Street, 49854
Type: RUN

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Join the Emerald Chase 10K in Manistique, MI, a competitive run held during the festive Folkfest weekend with awards for top finishers.

Competitive
Festive

The Emerald Chase offers a 10K run in Manistique, MI, taking place on a Saturday during Folkfest. Runners can expect a course that remains consistent with previous years, featuring a rolling terrain in a low altitude band. Awards are presented to overall winners, with medals for top male and female finishers across various divisions, including the top five in the 10K. This event provides a chance to run and compete within a lively community atmosphere.

What to expect

Run a 10K on a familiar course with rolling terrain.
Compete for overall awards and medals for top finishers in various categories.
Experience the race as part of the lively Folkfest weekend.

Standout details

Awards for overall winners
Medals for top 10K finishers
Held during Folkfest weekend
Familiar course route

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

5K
Sat, Jul 11, 9:00 AM EDT · From $38.10
Opens Jan 5, 2026, 4:00 PM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST
10K
Sat, Jul 11, 9:00 AM EDT · From $38.10
Opens Jan 5, 2026, 4:00 PM EST · Closes Feb 28, 2026, 6:59 PM EST

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Rolling area

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Rolling
Timed race

From the organizer

5k/10k Run/Walk

(Formerly “Manistique Paper Chase”)

Saturday of Folkfest!

Race start location: Manistique Senior Center

THE COURSE WILL REMAIN THE SAME AS PREVIOUS YEARS. Please meet at the senior center on race day!

REGISTRATION:

Please register here online!

PICKUP:

Friday, July 10 (5-7 p.m.) at 100 N. Cedar St, Manistique, MI (Manistique High School)

Saturday, July 11 (7:30-8:30 a.m.) at the Manistique Senior Center

AWARDS: Awards to overall winners of all races.

Medals to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place male and female finishers in all 5K divisions.

Medals to top five 10K male and female runners.

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