Warm-Up Parties in Downtown Marquette During the UP200 and Midnight Run Sled Dog Races

Watch the excitement of the UP200 and Midnight Run races on Washington St. in Downtown Marquette on Friday, February 16.

We welcome you to warm yourself between races at one of our downtown businesses that are hosting Warm-Up Parties, listed below.

Amelia’s Craft Market & Boutique, 315 S Front St. - Hot coffee and unique items for sale! Stop in… warm up… and shop local!

Babycakes Muffin Co. 223 W. Washington St.- Raspberry White Hot chocolate, Dog bone Macarons, chili bar, special “Running Hot” Latte and more! Open until 8:30 p.m.

The Firestation, 351 W Washington St., We will handout up to 100 free hand warmers and will have a raffle basket drawing available in the lobby.

Higher Love, 344 W. Washington St.- Warm yourself with hot chicken noodle soup or creamy tomato basil. Take 15% off all glass and accessories.

Landmark Inn, 230 N. Front St.- Join us as we transform our parlor into an alpine ski lodge! We look forward to warming up with you!

Tickets can be purchased at the front desk Feb 6th - Feb 17, while supplies last!

Each ticket includes: In/Out access from 6-11pm, 2 drink tickets for mulled wine, hot cider or hot cocoa, Chili & light snacks, 1 Cowbell, and 2 hand warmers.

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Landmark Chef Anthony Lewis will be offering a pig roast on the Landmark patio on Front St.

Peach habanero smoked local hog

Jerked pit chicken

Both items are offered with a potato roll and a choice of two of the following: tortellini salad, Brussels sprouts, slaw, or chips

Both items are priced at $10 per plate.

Marquette Commons, 112 S 3rd St - The Marquette Commons will be open for people to warm up by the fire in-between races. Public bathrooms will also be available at the location.

Michigan Fair, 114 W Washington St - A location that has opened its doors for over 20 years to provide you hot cider and cookies to stay warm while also opening their bathrooms for public use.

The Nature Conservancy, Corner of Front St. and Washington St. - Will be providing a warm-up tent while providing coffee, hot chocolate, and of course cow bells to cheer on the dogs and mushers!

Ore Dock Brewing Co., 114 W. Spring St.- Warm-Up Party from 8-11 p.m. Enjoy live music from The Brothers Quinn at 9 p.m., all ages welcome!

Provisions MQT, 401 S Lakeshore Blvd - Extending their hours to 6-9 P.M. and grab yourself a nice warm drink while you cheer on the mushers and their furry companions.

Richardson Jewelers, 153 W. Washington St., Ste. B- 6:30 p.m.- 9 p.m. Enjoy complimentary hot cocoa, coffee, and cookies. Face painting for the kids. All U.P. Jewelry will be 30% off. Stop in and check out our NEW U.P. 200 Jewelry!

Third Coast Pizza, 227 W Washington St - Providing $4 slices on the sidewalk for everyone cheering on the mushers and their faithful companions! Will also be selling $4 local beers along with a UP200 themed beer from Big Lake Brewing! Be sure to keep the can as a souvenir of this major winter event.

Yoop-Phoria, 156 W Washington St, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m., hot chocolate, warm crepes, yummy yogurt

Interested in having your Warm-Up Party listed here? Email mike@downtownmarquette.org with details and we’ll get it listed for you!

UP200 & Midnight Run Schedule of Events

6:00 PM Race track must be cleared and please, do not bring pets downtown.

6:30 PM – Opening Ceremony on the corner of Washington St. and Fourth St. for the 33nd running of the UP200 and Midnight Run.

7:00 PM – UP200 START-Both the UP200 and the Midnight Run start in downtown Marquette at Washington and Fourth Streets.

8:30 PM – Midnight Run START – the Midnight Run starts approximately 30 minutes after the last UP200 musher has left the chute, but not before 8:30 PM.