Governor's Cup
- Date Fri 13th June 2025
- Time 5:30PM EST
- Location Helena, Montana
- Price $22.50 - $74.20
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km, 10km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the Governor's Cup in Helena, Montana, taking place on June 13, 2025! This exciting event, established in 1974, invites runners of all levels to experience one of Montana's longest-running races while embracing the beautiful scenery of the state's capital.
Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including a thrilling half marathon, a 10K, a 5K, and a fun run, making it the perfect opportunity for families, recreational runners, and elite athletes alike to come together and celebrate a healthy lifestyle. As you lace up your running shoes, don’t forget to explore the charming surroundings of Helena and create lasting memories during this vibrant community event!
Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including a thrilling half marathon, a 10K, a 5K, and a fun run, making it the perfect opportunity for families, recreational runners, and elite athletes alike to come together and celebrate a healthy lifestyle. As you lace up your running shoes, don’t forget to explore the charming surroundings of Helena and create lasting memories during this vibrant community event!
Organiser's Description
The Governor's Cup is looking forward to welcoming runners to Helena on June 13-14, 2025. Make plans now to come to Montana's capital city, enjoy one of the state's longest-running events, and do a little exploring while you're here.
Established in 1974, the the Governors Cup caters to families, recreational runners and elite athletes looking for a great way to exercise their competitive spirit and celebrate the benefits of a health lifestyle in Helena, Montana. Staged in the picturesque backdrop of the Treasure States capital city and its surrounding countryside, the Governor's Cup features the half marathon, 10K, 5K and Fun Run.
Established in 1974, the the Governors Cup caters to families, recreational runners and elite athletes looking for a great way to exercise their competitive spirit and celebrate the benefits of a health lifestyle in Helena, Montana. Staged in the picturesque backdrop of the Treasure States capital city and its surrounding countryside, the Governor's Cup features the half marathon, 10K, 5K and Fun Run.
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $4.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th June 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$74.20
The 13.1-mile journey starts in Clancy and joins up with the marathon route less than a mile into the race. Runners will encounter a demanding hill section at Miles 3 to 7, and will face the aptly named Cardiac Hill at the start of Mile 11. Participants looking for a beautiful setting and a challenge will arrive at the finish line satisfied and hungry for more. The net elevation loss is 162 feet (4,272 to 4,110) and the cumulative elevation gain throughout the race is 638 feet. Visit www.govcupmt.com for links to course maps and elevation profiles. Event web page, including course preview (video): http://www.govcupmt.com/half-marathon/ **There are no refunds for cancellation** -
5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th June 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$32.50
The Governors Cup 5K course starts in downtown Helena at the corner of Cruse and Lawrence and finishes on the Capital Citys historic Last Chance Gulch. The challenging course features stunning views of Mount Helena, the State Capitol and other historic sites in the Capital City. Event web page, including course preview (video): http://www.govcupmt.com/5k/ **There are no refunds for cancellation** -
10k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th June 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.50
The Governors Cup 10K course starts in downtown Helena near the Holter Museum on Cruse Avenue and finishes on the Capital Citys historic Last Chance Gulch. The challenging course features stunning views of Mount Helena, the State Capitol and other historic sites in the Capital City. -
Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 13th June 2025 (5:30PM EDT)
$22.50
For those not taking part in the Kids Marathon training program through a participating school (adults and children alike), you can register separately for the 1-mile Fun Run, which will be contested along with the Kids Marathon at Centennial Park at 5:30 p.m. Friday, June 7. This is a non-timed event.
Governor's Cup