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Name: The August - Montana's Second Oldest Footrace
Start: 2026-08-20
End: 2026-08-20
Location: Helena

Helena, United States • 20 Aug 2026

The Augúst - Montana's Second Oldest Footrace

The event is the 58th running of The Augúst, held in Helena, Montana on August 20, 2026. It is organized as a trail run over a 5K course described as flat. The race starts and finishes at Spring Meadow Resources Pavilion, 2850 Broadwater Ave, Helena, MT 59602.

There are two age categories: youth (0-19) and adult (20+). Entry fees are $10 for youth and $20 for adults. Registration opens April 15, 2026 and closes on the day of the event, August 20, 2026.

The event is a fundraiser for local high school cross-country teams. The organizer states that the race operates with minimal extras and does not include t-shirts, awards, or door prizes.

The description focuses on basic event details: edition number, date, location, course distance and type, age categories and fees, registration window, and the beneficiary of proceeds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Montana Helena

Race information

Website Registration

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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