Lucky Hare Half Marathon & 9K
- Date Sat 14th March 2026
- Time 10:00AM MDT
- Location Kalispell, Montana
- Price $75.20 - $117.60
- Races 4 races
- Distances Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Lucky Hare Half Marathon & 9K on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in beautiful Kalispell, Flathead! This exciting event invites runners to race along the stunning Great Northern Trail System, celebrating St. Patrick’s Day weekend with a festive atmosphere. The Half Marathon kicks off at the scenic Smith Lake fishing access in Kila, finishing in the heart of downtown Kalispell on 1st Ave, while the Lucky 9K starts just a bit later, ensuring a fun-filled day for all participants.
Join fellow runners for a memorable experience that includes a mandatory bus shuttle to the start line and a post-race celebration featuring a beer garden, live music, raffle drawings, and finisher awards. Don’t miss your chance to win the “One Big Pot of Gold” giveaway! Registration includes a chip-timed race bib, an official race shirt, and a complimentary drink (21+ participants can enjoy a beer). Mark your calendars for this unforgettable day of fun, fitness, and festivities!
Join fellow runners for a memorable experience that includes a mandatory bus shuttle to the start line and a post-race celebration featuring a beer garden, live music, raffle drawings, and finisher awards. Don’t miss your chance to win the “One Big Pot of Gold” giveaway! Registration includes a chip-timed race bib, an official race shirt, and a complimentary drink (21+ participants can enjoy a beer). Mark your calendars for this unforgettable day of fun, fitness, and festivities!
Organiser's Description
RACE THE LUCKY HARE ALONG THE GREAT NORTHERN TRAIL SYSTEM, FROM KILA TO KALISPELL MONTANA IN CELEBRATION OF ST. PATRICK'S DAY WEEKEND ONE LUCKY WINNER WILL TAKE HOME THE "ONE BIG POT OF GOLD" GIVEAWAY!
The Half Marathon race begins at the Smith Lake fishing access in Kila and finishes on 1st Ave in downtown Kalispell. Runners will meet on 1st Ave race morning to ride the mandatory bus shuttle to the start line. Enjoy a post-race beer garden and St. Patrick's gathering with raffle drawings, music, finisher awards and more! Your registration includes 1X beer (21+) or N/A drink, a chip-timed race bib, and race shirt.
(updated race times below)
BUS DEPARTURE TIMES
(Located on E Railroad St, across from Depot Park and outside of Brannigan's):
Half Marathon - 8:45 AM
Lucky 9K - 9:15 AM
RACE START TIMES
Half Marathon - 10:00 AM
Lucky 9K - 10:30 AM
The Half Marathon race begins at the Smith Lake fishing access in Kila and finishes on 1st Ave in downtown Kalispell. Runners will meet on 1st Ave race morning to ride the mandatory bus shuttle to the start line. Enjoy a post-race beer garden and St. Patrick's gathering with raffle drawings, music, finisher awards and more! Your registration includes 1X beer (21+) or N/A drink, a chip-timed race bib, and race shirt.
(updated race times below)
BUS DEPARTURE TIMES
(Located on E Railroad St, across from Depot Park and outside of Brannigan's):
Half Marathon - 8:45 AM
Lucky 9K - 9:15 AM
RACE START TIMES
Half Marathon - 10:00 AM
Lucky 9K - 10:30 AM
Races
-
Hare 1/2 Marathon
Incl. $7.60 Fee & Race Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (10:00AM MDT)
$117.60
CLOSED -
Lucky 9K
Incl. $5.20 Fee & Race Shirt
Sat 14th March 2026 (10:30AM MDT)
$75.20
CLOSED -
Virtual Half Marathon
Incl. $7.60 Fee & Race Shirt
$117.60
CLOSED -
Virtual 9K
Incl. $5.20 Fee & Race Shirt
$75.20
CLOSED
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