Wildcat Willy Riding in Sled at UP200
UP 200 Sled Dog Team Running Through Downtown Marquette

The UP200

February 11-16, 2027

A 12-dog mid-distance race that covers 228 miles of challenging terrain. This race is an Iditarod qualifier.

UP 200 Midnight Run

The Midnight Run

February 11-15, 2027

A fast-paced, 8-dog race that covers 82 miles. 

Sled dogs running in snow

The Jack Pine 30

February 13, 2027

A 6-dog race that covers 26 miles.

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2026 Race Sponsors

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Eagle Talon Logo New 2026
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Nicolet National Bank Logo
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Dryland Dash Scholarships for First-Time Racers!

August 29, 2026

Calling all first-time racers!

The UP200 is proud to offer scholarships for mushers interested in participating in the 2026 Dryland Dash. If the Dryland Dash will be your first race, we encourage you to apply. Open to all ages. 

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2026 Race Results

February 18, 2026

Thanks to all for an excellent 2026 race weekend! 

Full results of all three races can be found here:

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Join us for our Volunteer Orientation, Dog Handler Training, and Race Overview session on Feb. 1

January 30, 2026

Mushers and UP200 Board members are offering a volunteer orientation, hands-on dog handler training and a close-up look at aspects of the upcoming sled dog races. Not volunteering? Spectators are welcome! Get a new perspective about what you see at the races and what it takes to make the races happen from both a musher and race organization perspective.

Join us on Sunday, February 1st at 1:00 PM at the Northern Lights Veterinary Clinic, 917 County Road 480 (just west of the Crossroads at M553 and County Road 480).

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