Queen City Crown
- Date Sat 13th June 2026 - Sun 18th October 2026
- Time 7:00AM MDT
- Location Helena, Montana
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating summer and fall with the Queen City Crown, a thrilling two-race series in beautiful Helena, Montana! Kicking off on June 13, 2026, with the Governor's Cup Half Marathon, this event promises an unforgettable experience for runners of all levels. The excitement continues with the Just for the Helena of It Half Marathon on October 18, 2026. Participants must complete both half marathons within the 2026 calendar year to be eligible for results and awards, making this a perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and enjoy the stunning landscapes of Lewis and Clark County.
Registration is free for the Queen City Crown, but runners must sign up and pay applicable entry fees for each individual race. Compete for cash prizes based on the fastest cumulative times, with $100 for first place, $50 for second, and $50 for third for both men and women. Plus, don’t miss out on non-cash prizes that will be awarded through a random drawing of all finishers! Join the fun and camaraderie while celebrating the spirit of running in Helena, and make this summer and fall unforgettable!
Registration is free for the Queen City Crown, but runners must sign up and pay applicable entry fees for each individual race. Compete for cash prizes based on the fastest cumulative times, with $100 for first place, $50 for second, and $50 for third for both men and women. Plus, don’t miss out on non-cash prizes that will be awarded through a random drawing of all finishers! Join the fun and camaraderie while celebrating the spirit of running in Helena, and make this summer and fall unforgettable!
Organiser's Description
Start and end your summer race season with half marathons in beautiful Helena, Montana. The Queen City Crown is a two-race series comprised of:
* Governor's Cup Half Marathon, Helena, MT - June 13, 2026
* Just for the Helena of It Half Marathon, Helena, MT - Oct. 18, 2026
Both races must be completed in the 2026 calendar year to be eligible for results and awards. RUNNERS MUST REGISTER FOR AND PAY APPLICABLE ENTRY FEES FOR EACH OF THE INDIVIDUAL RACES. IT IS FREE TO SIGN UP FOR THE QUEEN CITY CROWN.
To register for the Governor's Cup Half Marathon visit - https://runsignup.com/Race/MT/Helena/govcupmt
To register for the Just for the Helena of It Half Marathon visit - https://runsignup.com/Race/MT/Helena/JustForTheHelenaOfIt
Runners must register for the Queen City Crown prior to the Just for the Helena of It race on Oct. 18, 2026.
PRIZE MONEY for top men and women finishers will be based on the fastest cumulative time of both races. Prize money is $100 for 1st place, $50 for 2nd place, and $50 for 3rd place.
NON-CASH PRIZES will be awarded by random drawing of all Queen City Crown finishers. Drawing to be conducted following the 2026 Just for the Helena of It half marathon.
* Governor's Cup Half Marathon, Helena, MT - June 13, 2026
* Just for the Helena of It Half Marathon, Helena, MT - Oct. 18, 2026
Both races must be completed in the 2026 calendar year to be eligible for results and awards. RUNNERS MUST REGISTER FOR AND PAY APPLICABLE ENTRY FEES FOR EACH OF THE INDIVIDUAL RACES. IT IS FREE TO SIGN UP FOR THE QUEEN CITY CROWN.
To register for the Governor's Cup Half Marathon visit - https://runsignup.com/Race/MT/Helena/govcupmt
To register for the Just for the Helena of It Half Marathon visit - https://runsignup.com/Race/MT/Helena/JustForTheHelenaOfIt
Runners must register for the Queen City Crown prior to the Just for the Helena of It race on Oct. 18, 2026.
PRIZE MONEY for top men and women finishers will be based on the fastest cumulative time of both races. Prize money is $100 for 1st place, $50 for 2nd place, and $50 for 3rd place.
NON-CASH PRIZES will be awarded by random drawing of all Queen City Crown finishers. Drawing to be conducted following the 2026 Just for the Helena of It half marathon.
Races
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Queen City Crown
Incl. Long Sleeve Tech Race Shirt
Sat 13th June 2026 (7:00AM MDT)
Free
Start and end your summer race season with half marathons in beautiful Helena, Montana. The Queen City Crown is a two-race series comprised of: - Governor's Cup Half Marathon, Helena, MT - June 13, 2026 - Just for the Helena of It Half Marathon, Helena, MT - Oct. 18, 2026
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The Governor's Cup & Just for the Helena of It, Helena, 59601, MT, United States
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