The August - Montana's Second Oldest Footrace

Helena, United States • 20 Aug 2026

Event details

The Augúst - Montana's Second Oldest Footrace is scheduled for Thursday, August 20, 2026, in Helena, MT. This edition is the 58th running of the event. The venue is Spring Meadow Resources Pavilion at 2850 Broadwater Ave, Helena, MT 59602. The race is presented as a 5 km trail run on a flat course. Proceeds support local high school cross-country teams. Registration opens May 1, 2026 at 12:00 AM MDT.

Format and entry

  • 5 km - Youth (0-19). $10 entry.
  • 5 km - Adult (20-99). $20 entry.

The event page lists accurate results and volunteer support as part of the race operations. A participant survey is available after the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
5k Adult (20+)
5 km
5k Youth (0-19)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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