Montana Marathon
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Event overview
The Montana Marathon in Billings, Montana takes place on September 20, 2026. The event offers multiple race options:
- Marathon - 26.2 miles
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles
- 10K
- 5K
- Virtual options for Marathon, Half, 10K and 5K
The point-to-point marathon course begins on the rolling plains outside Billings in Molt and finishes at Pioneer Park in Billings. The route descends about 1,000 feet from the higher start into the city and is described by the organizer as a Boston qualifier course. All races finish at Pioneer Park. Finisher medals and age-group and overall awards are given for the marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K. The half marathon is designated as the Montana State Championship by the Road Runners Club of America.
Logistics and race services
There is no parking at the start areas; all racers except 5K participants must take shuttles from the Senior High School parking lot to their start locations. The 5K starts at Rose Park and 5K runners are expected to drive to that start; post-race shuttles will return 5K runners to Rose Park. Portapotties are provided at the bus loading area, at each race start, at several mile points along the courses, and at the finish in Pioneer Park. Thirteen aid stations are placed along the marathon course at specified mile markers. Strollers and dogs are not permitted on the marathon or half marathon courses. The course is open to traffic, with volunteers at most intersections; runners are asked to remain on the right side of the road unless directed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
