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Goats in the Dark

Name: Goats in the Dark
Start: 2025-08-29
End: 2025-08-29
Location: Helena

Helena, United States • 29 Aug 2025

Goats in the Dark is an exciting 5k running event set in Helena, MT, featuring a scenic course that begins at the corner of LeGrande Cannon Blvd and Silverette St. This year's race is scheduled for August 29, 2025, and will take place earlier in the season, allowing participants to enjoy cooler nighttime temperatures and stunning sunset views. Runners will navigate a mix of trails, including switchbacks and singletrack paths on Mount Helena, before sprinting back to the finish line. Headlamps are required for this unique nighttime experience. Join the fun and challenge yourself in this vibrant community event! Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Montana Helena

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5 km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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