Queen Bee Montana Marathon

  • Date Sun 1st June 2025
  • Time 7:00AM MDT
  • Location Billings, Montana
  • Price $52.28 - $107.30
  • Races 8 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km

Event summary

Join us for the 45th Anniversary of the Queen Bee Montana Marathon on Sunday, June 1st, 2025, in the stunning city of Billings, Yellowstone! This celebrated event is one of the oldest marathons in Montana, embodying a spirit of nature, adventure, and community. Runners can choose from several race distances, including the Boston-qualifying Marathon, a thrilling Half Marathon that has been recognized as the Montana State Championship race, a spirited 10K, and a family-friendly 5K. All races culminate at the picturesque Pioneer Park, where participants and spectators can enjoy an exciting vendor area, refreshments, live music, and plenty of prizes!

The marathon kicks off at 7:00 AM, with a shuttle service transporting racers from Senior High School parking lot, while the Half Marathon starts at 8:30 AM, and the 10K at 9:45 AM. The 5K offers a flat course starting at Rose Park. With a beautiful backdrop of rolling hills and a breathtaking descent of 1,000 vertical feet in the marathon, this event promises a delightful running experience. Don’t miss out on the chance to compete, celebrate, and create unforgettable memories in this vibrant community event

Organiser's Description

JOIN US FOR THE 45TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE QB MONTANA MARATHON IN BILLINGS MONTANA ON JUNE 1ST, 2025!

The Montana Marathon is one of the oldest races in the state with a foundation of nature, adventure and community. All races finish at Pioneer Park. Meet up with fellow runners and spectators to enjoy a fun ramped up vendor area, refreshments, music, prizes and awards!

* THE QB MONTANA MARATHON IS FAMOUS FOR BEING A FAST AND BEAUTIFUL BOSTON QUALIFIER COURSE! WHILE THE FIRST TEN MILES FEATURE SCENIC ROLLING GREEN HILLS, THE FINAL 16 TREAT YOU TO A LOSS OF 1,000 VERTICAL FEET. YOUTUBE VIDEO OF THE COURSE: QB MT MARATHON COURSE [https://youtu.be/wINm5mc1NsA]__

* MARATHON RACERS WILL BE SHUTTLED TO THE START LINE FROM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL PARKING LOT.

* SHUTTLES LOAD UP AT 5:30AM AND DEPART AT 6:00AM

* THE MARATHON STARTS AT 7:00AM
* MARATHON CUT-OFF TIME: 6.5HRS (14MIN MILE) COURSE CLOSES AT 1:30 PM

* THE QB HALF MARATHON WAS SELECTED AGAIN BY ROAD RUNNERS CLUB OF AMERICA AS THE MONTANA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP RACE!

* ADDITIONAL AWARDS WILL BE GIVEN BY RRCA. YOUTUBE VIDEO OF COURSE: QB HALF MARATHON COURSE [https://youtu.be/R2iQCMnlnBc]

* PLEASE NOTE THERE IS NO PARKING AT THE HALF MARATHON START AND RACERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO TAKE THE SHUTTLE.

* HALF MARATHON RACERS WILL BE SHUTTLED TO THE START LINE FROM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL PARKING LOT.

* HALF MARATHON WILL BEGIN LOADING BUSES AT 7:15AM. THE LAST SHUTTLE LEAVES AT 7:45AM

* THE HALF MARATHON BEGINS AT 8:30AM
* HALF MARATHON CUT-OFF TIME: 4HRS (17MIN MILE) COURSE CLOSES AT 1:30 PM

* THE QB 10K STARTS AT THE RIMROCK WEST PARK AND FINISHES AT PIONEER PARK

* CHECK OUT THE COURSE ON OUR YOUTUBE VIDEO: QB 10K COURSE [https://youtu.be/PTlPODjFsH8]

* 10K RACERS WILL BE SHUTTLED TO THE START LINE FROM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL PARKING LOT.

* 10K RUNNERS WILL BEGIN LOADING AT 8:15AM. THE LAST SHUTTLE LEAVES AT 9:00AM.

* THE 10K STARTS AT 9:45AM

* THE QB 5K STARTS AT ROSE PARK AND FINISHES AT PIONEER PARK.

* CHECK OUT THIS FLAT COURSE ON OUR YOUTUBE VIDEO: QB 5K COURSE [https://youtu.be/bOhk_RCUI7k?si=DSwv1nxCIrRnDsBZ]

* 5K RACERS WILL NEED TO DRIVE TO THE START LINE. WE HAVE YMCA BUSES AVAILABLE TO SHUTTLE YOU BACK TO YOUR CAR AFTER THE RACE.

* POST-RACE SHUTTLES WILL GO EVERY 15 MINUTES FROM PIONEER PARK TO ROSE PARK STARTING AT 10:45 AND ENDING AT 12:00PM

COME FLY WITH THE HIVE! GREAT SWAG. AMAZING FINISHER GIFTS. WICKED FUN.

Finisher Medals: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k & 5K!
F/M Age Group Awards: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k & 5k
F/M Overall Awards: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k & 5k

IMPORTANT NOTES: FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL PARTICIPANTS

* STROLLERS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THE MARATHON OR HALF MARATHON COURSES.
* DOG ARE NOT PERMITTED ON ANY OF THE RACE COURSES.
* THE COURSE IS MARKED WELL, BUT IT IS OPEN TO TRAFFIC.

* THERE WILL BE VOLUNTEERS AT MOST INTERSECTIONS.

* PLEASE REMAIN ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD, UNLESS OTHERWISE DIRECTED. BECAUSE THE COURSE IS OPEN TO TRAFFIC, WE RECOMMEND THAT ALL PARTICIPANTS WEAR BRIGHT COLORED CLOTHING TO IMPROVE VISIBILITY. MUSIC DEVICES AND EARBUDS/EARPHONES ARE STRONGLY DISCOURAGED.

* IF YOU DECIDE TO LEAVE THE COURSE, PLEASE LET A STAFF OR VOLUNTEER KNOW SO WE DONT WONDER WHERE YOU ARE.

PACKET PICK-UP INFORMATION -
WHERE: MSU-BILLINGS LOWER GYM - 1500 UNIVERSITY DR
WHEN: SATURDAY, MAY 31
TIMES: 12:00PM - 4:00PM

**ONLY OUT OF TOWN Participants who did not make it to the packet pick up on Saturday will be allowed to pick up Race Gear on Race Day**
Marathon & Half Marathon: | Time: 5:15am - 7:30am | Senior High School Parking Lot behind school
10K: Time: 8:00am - 9:00am | Rimrock West Park Starting Line
5K: Time: 8:30am - 9:30am | Rose Park by Pool Parking Area

IF YOU REGISTER FOR THE VIRTUAL RACE OPTION YOU WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO SUBMIT YOUR RESULTS (DIRECTIONS WILL BE EMAILED AT THE END OF APRIL) ANY TIME FROM JUNE 1-6. IF YOU REGISTER FOR THE VIRTUAL RACE WE WILL MAIL YOUR RACE PACKET THE 2ND WEEK IN MAY.

PORTAPOTTIES

* WE UNDERSTAND THE URGE TO GO BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER A RACE. WE WANT ALL OF OUR RUNNERS TO BE COMFORTABLE ALONG THE COURSE.

* PORTAPOTTIES WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THESE LOCATIONS:

* BUS LOADING AREA AT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL PARKING LOT
* THE START OF EACH RACE
* APPROXIMATELY MILES 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 20, 22, 23, 24
* FINISH LINE AT PIONEER PARK.

PDF OF ALL DETAILS CAN BE FOUND HERE [https://d368g9lw5ileu7.cloudfront.net/races/race81835-customSectionAttachment676d98a207a072.28817293.pdf]

Races

  • QB Marathon

    Incl. $7.30 Fee & BROOKS Short Sleeve Performance Shirt (Unisex)

    Sun 1st June 2025 (7:00AM MDT)

    $107.30

    Boston Qualifier Course Marathon - Women & Men Finisher medal Age Group awards for W&M Overall awards W&M
  • Qb 13.1

    Incl. $7.01 Fee & BROOKS Short Sleeve Performance Shirt (Unisex)

    Sun 1st June 2025 (8:30AM MDT)

    $102.01

    The QB Half Marathon has been selected by Road Runners Club of America as the Montana State Championship Race! Additional awards will be given by RRCA. Woot! Woot! Half Marathon - Women & Men Finisher medal Age Group awards for W&M Overall awards W&M
  • Qb 10k

    Incl. $4.69 Fee & BROOKS Short Sleeve Performance Shirt (Unisex)

    Sun 1st June 2025 (9:45AM MDT)

    $59.69

    10K - Women & Men Finisher medal Age Group awards for W&M Overall awards W&M
  • Qb 5k

    Incl. $4.28 Fee & BROOKS Short Sleeve Performance Shirt (Unisex)

    Sun 1st June 2025 (9:45AM MDT)

    $52.28

    Race starts at Rose Park. Buses will be available at the FINISH to take you back. 5K - Women & Men Finisher medal Age Group awards for Women & Men Overall awards W&M
  • VIRTUAL QB Marathon

    Incl. $4.98 Fee & BROOKS Short Sleeve Performance Shirt (Unisex)

    $64.98

    Can't join us in person? Join us in this virtual challenge! Get out and run 26.2 miles on your own. You'll receive a finisher's award and shirt!
  • Virtual Qb 13.1

    Incl. $4.98 Fee & BROOKS Short Sleeve Performance Shirt (Unisex)

    $64.98

    Can't join us in person? Join us in this virtual challenge! Get out and run 13.1 miles on your own. You'll receive a finisher's award and shirt!
  • VIRTUAL QB 10k

    Incl. $4.69 Fee & BROOKS Short Sleeve Performance Shirt (Unisex)

    $59.69

    Can't join us in person? Join us in this virtual challenge! Get out and run 6.2 miles on your own. You'll receive a finisher's award and shirt!
  • VIRTUAL QB 5k

    Incl. $4.69 Fee & BROOKS Short Sleeve Performance Shirt (Unisex)

    $59.69

    Can't join us in person? Join us in this virtual challenge! Get out and run 3.1 miles on your own. You'll receive a finisher's award and shirt!

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Parkhill Dr & Third St W, Billings, 59101, MT, United States

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