Missoula Marathon
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Missoula Marathon Weekend
The Missoula Marathon is organized by Run Wild Missoula and presented by Young Automotive Group as a community weekend of road races in Missoula, Montana. The event spans multiple days and includes race weekend logistics such as an expo and packet pickup, volunteer opportunities, and a VIP offering called Earl's VIP for Marathon and Half Marathon participants.
The marathon course is described as flat, fast, USATF certified, and a Boston qualifier. The half marathon course is also described as flat, fast, and USATF certified. The event program includes other timed and non timed formats and has a focus on sharing the area’s scenery and local character with visiting runners.
Awards and recognition mentioned for the event include naming as Best Marathon in the U.S. by readers of Runner's World in 2010 and inclusion in BibRave 100 listings in 2017 and 2018. Runner's World selections and other recognitions for various years are also noted.
Distances and event formats: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- Marathon course, USATF certified, Boston qualifier.
- Half marathon course, USATF certified.
- Tony Banovich 5K and 5K Workplace Wellness Challenge.
- Missoula Kids Marathon, non competitive for ages 13 and under.
- Missoula Marathon Beer Run, relaxed 3-mile route.
- Additional events including the Big 3 Challenge and expo packet pickup.