Just for the Helena of It
- Date Sun 18th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM MDT
- Location Helena, Montana
- Price $38.53 - $70.27
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting "Just for the Helena of It" event on Sunday, October 18, 2026! Set in the stunning backdrop of Helena, Lewis and Clark, this fall running festival features a variety of race distances, including a half marathon, 10K, and a scenic 5K. Participants will enjoy breathtaking views of Montana's big sky while running through Helena's historic and picturesque areas.
The event not only promises a day filled with fun and fitness but also supports a noble cause. Over the past four years, this community-driven initiative has raised an impressive $121,000 for local charities, and this year, the goal is to raise over $50,000 for The Friendship Center and Girls Thrive. Whether it's rain, shine, or even snow, the festivities will go on, culminating in a lively after-race celebration at the finish line. Join us in making a difference while enjoying a beautiful day of running in Helena!
The event not only promises a day filled with fun and fitness but also supports a noble cause. Over the past four years, this community-driven initiative has raised an impressive $121,000 for local charities, and this year, the goal is to raise over $50,000 for The Friendship Center and Girls Thrive. Whether it's rain, shine, or even snow, the festivities will go on, culminating in a lively after-race celebration at the finish line. Join us in making a difference while enjoying a beautiful day of running in Helena!
Organiser's Description
Just for the Helena of It is a fall running event in Helena, MT put on by the Treasure State Runners, a local non-profit organization. The mission of Treasure State Runners is to fundraise through footrace events in the Helena area for nonprofits who foster the importance and pursuit of physical, mental and emotional health.
This year's half marathon, 10k, and 5k routes will highlight the beautiful town of Helena, MT and the surrounding area. 5k participants will be treated to a course full of our Montana big sky. The half marathon and 10k routes weave an out-and-back through Helena's most historic and scenic areas. Check out our website for course maps and more details. An after-race event will be held at the finish line. The fall weather in Montana can be unpredictable, so please come prepared to join the festivities in rain, shine, or snow!
This event has been strongly supported both nationally and locally over the past four years, raising a total of $121,000 for Helena charities. Join us in 2026 and help us reach out goal of raising $40,000 + for The Friendship Center and $10,000 + for Girls Thrive. Lace up your running shoes to support these amazing local nonprofits!
This year's half marathon, 10k, and 5k routes will highlight the beautiful town of Helena, MT and the surrounding area. 5k participants will be treated to a course full of our Montana big sky. The half marathon and 10k routes weave an out-and-back through Helena's most historic and scenic areas. Check out our website for course maps and more details. An after-race event will be held at the finish line. The fall weather in Montana can be unpredictable, so please come prepared to join the festivities in rain, shine, or snow!
This event has been strongly supported both nationally and locally over the past four years, raising a total of $121,000 for Helena charities. Join us in 2026 and help us reach out goal of raising $40,000 + for The Friendship Center and $10,000 + for Girls Thrive. Lace up your running shoes to support these amazing local nonprofits!
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $5.27 Fee & Long Sleeve Technical Race Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (9:00AM MDT)
$70.27
OPENS 01 MARA showcase of our Queen City, the course is an out-and-back through Helena's most historic and scenic areas. All participants registered BEFORE October 1st, 2025 will receive a race shirt and finisher medal. -
10k
Incl. $4.40 Fee & Long Sleeve Technical Race Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (9:45AM MDT)
$54.40
OPENS 01 MARThe course is an out-and-back on Helena's wonderful Rails to Trails and Centennial pathways. All participants registered BEFORE October 1st, 2025 will receive a race shirt and finisher medal. -
5k
Incl. $3.53 Fee & Long Sleeve Cotton Race Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (10:00AM MDT)
$38.53
OPENS 01 MARA beautiful course at Prickly Pear Land Trust's Tenmile Creek Park full of our Montana big sky. All participants registered BEFORE October 1st, 2025 will receive a race shirt and finisher medal.
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