Curley Memorial Canoe Race 2026 — Oscoda, MI

Date
July 11, 2026
Location
Oscoda, MI
Venue
4017 Forest Rd
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$10.00 – $30.00
Events
Curley Memorial C-2 Race, Curley Memorial C-1 Race
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Curley Memorial Canoe Race is a paddle sports event held in Oscoda, Michigan on July 11, 2026. The race takes place at 4017 Forest Road, with a typical start time of 9:00 AM. Entry fees range from $10 to $30, making it an accessible option for paddlers of varying experience levels. This local memorial race draws canoeists to the Oscoda area for a summer competition. If you're traveling to compete, you'll want accommodation within reasonable driving distance of the venue to ensure an early arrival for the morning start.

From the Race Organizer
Formed in 1994, the event was originally known as the Harry Curley Memorial Canoe Race, in honor of “Mr. AuSable Canoe Race”, Harry Curley. The event was renamed in 2003 to the Curley Memorial Canoe Race after the sudden passing of Kevin Curley, a popular Oscoda canoe paddler and avid race organizer. In the years since, the race has come to honor other members of the Curley family involved in canoe racing, as well as all individuals who have contributed to Michigan canoe racing, whether through organizing races, volunteering, or participating. The Curley Awards Picnic, held annually after the C-2 race, gathers donations for the MCRA’s Canoer’s Memorial Monument fund. There is a C-2 (two-person canoe) race held on Saturday and a C-1 (one-person canoe) race held on Sunday.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Curley Memorial Canoe Race 2026 — Oscoda, MI?

Curley Memorial Canoe Race 2026 — Oscoda, MI takes place on July 11, 2026. The race is held in Oscoda, Michigan.

Where is Curley Memorial Canoe Race 2026 — Oscoda, MI held?

Curley Memorial Canoe Race 2026 — Oscoda, MI is held at 4017 Forest Rd in Oscoda, Michigan.

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