Montana Cup - Billings

Event overview

The Montana Cup is a cross-country team meet set for Saturday, October 31, 2026, in the Billings region (217 N 27th St, Billings, MT 59101). It brings together runners from across Montana’s regional teams to compete for a traveling trophy. Each year’s course varies; distances are always between 5k to 8k and the route typically includes grass, dirt, gravel, steep ups and downs, poor footing, and possible mud or snow crossings. The event is described as a team competition rather than a road race or ultra trail run.

Format, entry and rules

The event fields four race categories: Women Age 40+, Women Age 39 and under, Men Age 40+, and Men Age 39 and under. The standard entry fee is $30 plus RunSignUp fees. Registration opens September 1, 2026. All participants must wear an official Montana Cup team jersey; loaner jerseys are available on race day and a jersey may be purchased after the race for $15. Runners must represent the Montana city team where they live or are nearest to; Montana residency is required and may be verified at race-day check-in. Non-residents and athletes listed on collegiate rosters may run as unaffiliated, non-scoring competitors and remain eligible for individual awards. Additional rules and details are available from the event’s official rules. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.