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# Montana Governor’s Cup Road Races

Celebrating the benefits of exercise and healthy lifestyle choices with friends and neighbors

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## Pages

- [The Governor’s Cup Marathon](https://govcupmt.com/) - The annual event in Helena to provide people with a fun and festive opportunity to celebrate the benefits of exercise and healthy lifestyle choices.
- [Results](https://govcupmt.com/results/) - Past Champions Top 10 Performances Age Group Records Results Below is a list of Governor’s Cup results currently available online. Montana Timing, which timed the 2011-12 events, went out of business and no longer provides content online, which explains the lack of complete results for those two years. We are currently attempting to recover those results
- [2026 Governor's Cup Sponsors](https://govcupmt.com/sponsors/) - Presented By Gold Sponsors Copper Race Sponsors Bronze Race Sponsors Race Media Partners Race Partners
- [Race Information and FAQs](https://govcupmt.com/faqs/) - Q: What are future dates for the Governor’s Cup? 2026: June 12 & 13 2027: June 11 & 12 (tentative) 2028: June 9 & 10 (tentative) 2029: June 8 & 9 (tentative) Q: What is the Cancellation/Refund/Deferral/Race Change Policy? CLICK HERE to view our updated policy on race cancellations, refunds, deferrals and race changes. Q:
- [The Governor’s Cup Mile Run](https://govcupmt.com/mile-run/) - It's timed and it's going to be fast. Welcome to the Governor's Cup mile run, a quick course that is sure to create PRs and get people ready for the 5K or 10K later that morning. Or folks can enjoy a nice morning jog or walk downtown with family and friends. The course begins at
- [The Governor's Cup 5K](https://govcupmt.com/5k/)
- [The Governor’s Cup 10K](https://govcupmt.com/10k/)
- [The Governor’s Cup Half Marathon](https://govcupmt.com/half-marathon/) - View the Course Map
- [Event Schedule](https://govcupmt.com/event-schedule/) - Friday, June 12, 2026 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. − Packet Pickup and Late Registration DoubleTree by Hilton Helena Downtown 5:30 p.m. - Kids Marathon Final Mile Centennial Park by the Helena YMCA Saturday, June 13, 2026 − No Race Day Registration 6:30-7:45 a.m. − Half Marathon and Mile Run Out-of-town Packet Pickup Packet pickup
- [Packet Pickup](https://govcupmt.com/packet-pickup/) - The 2026 Governor’s Cup Packet Pickup will be at the DoubleTree by Hilton Helena Downtown on June 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Participants can collect their race number and commemorative T-shirt before heading downtown for some light shopping or a bite to eat. Be sure to walk along the finishing homestretch, which is
- [Queen City Crown](https://govcupmt.com/races/queen-city-crown/) - Queen City Crown The Governor's Cup and Just for the Helena of It races are excited to once again be partnering on the Queen City Crown. The Queen City Crown is a two-race series comprised of: Governor's Cup half marathon, Helena, MT - June 13, 2026 Just for the Helena of It half marathon, Helena,
- [Races](https://govcupmt.com/races/) - You’ve come to the right place for race information. The Governor’s Cup caters to families, recreational runners and elite athletes looking for a scenic and top-notch event. Every year, thousands of runners from around Montana and the United States toe the line to celebrate the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. The Governor’s Cup offers a
- [Registration](https://govcupmt.com/registration/) - Registration for the annual Governor's Cup is open! Click here to sign up. Race weekend is June 12-13, 2026, in Helena, Mont.
- [The Governor’s Cup Kids Marathon](https://govcupmt.com/kids-marathon/) - The Kids Marathon program partners with elementary schools in Helena and the surrounding area. Kids in grades K-5 at participating schools log 120 minutes of running/walking during a six-week training period and run/walk a 1-mile lap at 5:30 p.m. on June 12 at Centennial Park. This non-competitive, non-timed event is about having fun and making
- [Awards](https://govcupmt.com/awards/) - Awards Ceremony − 11 a.m. in Pioneer Park. Break a Governor’s Cup record and win an additional $100! Award categories for the 2026 Governor’s Cup are as follows for men and women with a total prize purse of $4,000. Half Marathon Awards All male and female runners will receive a commemorative finisher medal and top-three
- [The Governor’s Cup Course Maps](https://govcupmt.com/course-maps/) - Click on image below to download a PDF version of the map. Course Elevation Maps
- [Road Closures](https://govcupmt.com/road-closures/) - 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon Course Roads closures beginning at 6 a.m. and ending at 12 p.m. 11th Avenue and Last Chance Gulch Placer and Andrews alley Park and Wong 6th and Cruse 7th and Cruse Lawrence and Cruse 11th and Warren Roads closures beginning at 7:45 a.m. and ending at 12 p.m. Montana and
- [Cancellation and Refund Policy](https://govcupmt.com/cancellation-and-refund-policy/) - Governor’s Cup staff looks forward to welcoming runners to Helena for the 52nd edition of the Governor’s Cup on June 13, 2026. While we know runners sign up with the expectation of starting their summer with our race, we also understand that life (and injuries) happen, and you may not be able to compete. Below
- [Frosty 5K](https://govcupmt.com/frosty-5k/) - SignUp The Frosty 5K is jingling its way back and is slated to be held Dec. 13 on a new course near the Blue Cross and Blue Shield building in Helena. The course will start and end at the BCBSMT building, while taking people through the Mountain View Meadows community. This is an in-person race,
- [Age Group Records](https://govcupmt.com/age-group-records/) - Below is a list of Governor's Cup age group records, dating back to the first event in 1974. For more than 50 years, Montanans and many others have celebrated fun and fitness through running and walking at the annual event in the Treasure State's capital city. Presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana
- [Champions](https://govcupmt.com/champions/) - Below is a list of Governor's Cup champions, dating back to the first event in 1974. For more than 50 years, Montanans and many others have celebrated fun and fitness through running and walking at the annual event in the Treasure State's capital city. Presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and made
- [Parking](https://govcupmt.com/parking/) - Here are public parking options for the Governor's Cup. Click here for a PDF version of the map.
- [Event Information](https://govcupmt.com/race-info/) - You’ve come to the right place for race information. The Governor’s Cup caters to families, recreational runners and elite athletes looking for a scenic and top-notch event. Every year, thousands of runners from around Montana and the United States toe the line to celebrate the benefits of a healthy lifestyle. The Governor’s Cup offers a
- [Governor’s Cup Announces Event Updates](https://govcupmt.com/governors-cup-announces-event-updates/) - Annual race cancels marathon, moving half marathon course back into Helena for 2025 HELENA – Governor’s Cup race officials announced today that due to a change in the surface of the first three miles of the marathon course along with logistical challenges, they will not be staging a marathon this year. Presented annually by Blue
- [The Governor’s Cup Marathon Relay - Postponed](https://govcupmt.com/marathon-relay/)
- [The Governor’s Cup Marathon](https://govcupmt.com/marathon/) - Governor's Cup Marathon Is Postponed For 2025
- [Event Records](https://govcupmt.com/event-records/) - Below is a list of all-time Governor’s Cup event records, dating back to the first event in 1974. For 50 years, Montanans and many others have celebrated fun and fitness through running and walking at the annual event in the Treasure State’s capital city. Presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and made
- [Top 10 Performances](https://govcupmt.com/top-10-performances/) - Below is a list of all-time Governor's Cup top performances, dating back to the first event in 1974. For 50 years, Montanans and many others have celebrated fun and fitness through running and walking at the annual event in the Treasure State's capital city. Presented by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana and made
- [Things to Do](https://govcupmt.com/things-to-do/) - We know you’re here to run the Governor’s Cup. However, Helena and the surrounding area offer a vast amount of fun activities to do before and after your race. There are activities for everyone, including hiking, dining, and family outings. Gates of the Mountains Mount Helena Montana Historical Society Museum Cathedral of St. Helena Great
- [Volunteer](https://govcupmt.com/volunteer/)
- [Privacy Policy](https://govcupmt.com/privacy-policy/) - At www.govcupmt.com, the privacy of our visitors is of extreme importance to us. This privacy policy document outlines the types of personal information is received and collected by www.govcupmt.com and how it is used. Log Files Like many other Web sites, www.govcupmt.com makes use of log files. The information inside the log files includes internet
- [Elite Athletes](https://govcupmt.com/elite-athletes/) - To be considered for an elite invitation to the Governor's Cup, you must meet the qualification standards within the last two years. As an elite qualifier, Governor's Cup organizers may offer complimentary entry into the race of your choice. If you meet a standard, please send a running resume to elite coordinator Nate Wellington at
- [Lodging](https://govcupmt.com/lodging/) - There are plenty of lodging options for runners coming into Helena from out of town. These include hotels, bed and breakfasts, and camping. The two featured Governor’s Cup hotels are the DoubleTree by Hilton Helena Downtown and the Residence Inn by Marriott. Please check with your hotel to see if they will provide a shuttle
- [2020 Governor's Cup COVID-19 Updates](https://govcupmt.com/governors-cup-covid-19-updates/) - April 23, 2020 Options For 2020 Registered Runners Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate an uncharted path following the cancellation of this year's Governor's Cup because of the continued impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. We want to reiterate that while it was a difficult decision, it was made with the health
- [Governor's Cup Giving Week](https://govcupmt.com/governors-cup-giving-week/) - Normally once the calendar flips to June, the Governor’s Cup would be entering the stretch run leading up to race day. Unfortunately, these are not normal times. While we won’t be welcoming thousands of runners to Helena on June 13, we still wanted to have fun and celebrate. So, during what would have been race
- [Governor's Cup Testimonials](https://govcupmt.com/event-testimonials/) - Lauren L. - Missoula, MT I absolutely love the Governor’s Cup half marathon! The city of Helena is so gorgeous! Eric V. - San Francisco, CA Helena and its Governor's Cup should be proud! As a first time visitor from San Francisco and as a first time runner in the Governor's Cup, I was impressed
- [2011 Governor's Cup Results](https://govcupmt.com/2011-governors-cup-results/) - Men’s Half Marathon Overall Devin Cowan 1:16:55 Hunter Nelson 1:19:02 Mark Robert Noel 1:21:18 Aaron Little 1:23:32 Randy Welch 1:23:53 Jared Pembroke 1:24:19 Jakob Woodland 1:27:37 Paul Lund 1:27:50 Maverick Mansfield 1:30:04 Ray Jones 1:30:49 Men 13-18 Jared Pembroke 1:24:19 Jakob Woodland 1:27:37 Men 19-29 Aaron Little 1:23:32 Maverick Mansfield 1:30:04 Tyler Viste 1:31:09 Kevin
- [Travel](https://govcupmt.com/travel/) - Are you heading to Helena, Montana for the Governor’s Cup or are you already signed up? Check out Visit Helena for places to stay, things to do and places to go while you’re here. The website features information about lodging, campgrounds, food and drink, events, attractions, tours, car rentals, shopping, other services and travel information.
- [Photo Gallery](https://govcupmt.com/photo-gallery/)

## Testimonials

- [Kathy M. - Missoula, MT](https://govcupmt.com/testimonials/kathy-missoula-mt/) - Every Montanan should enjoy this at least once while they live in MT.
- [Chelsea L. - Billings, MT](https://govcupmt.com/testimonials/chelsea-lynnes-dana-billings-mt/) - It’s easy to see that Helena welcomes and celebrates the participants! Two thumbs up!!!! Thank you!
- [Wendy F. - Brush, CO](https://govcupmt.com/testimonials/wendy-f-brush-co/) - Beautiful course, unique medal and well organized – Well worth the trip!
- [Lauren L. - Missoula, MT](https://govcupmt.com/testimonials/lauren-la-brie-missoula-montana/) - I absolutely love the Governor’s Cup half marathon! The city of Helena is so gorgeous!
- [Matt R. - Helena, MT](https://govcupmt.com/testimonials/matt-helena-montana/) - Best race in Montana...something for everyone! Extremely well organized and rich in Montana tradition.
- [Eric V. - San Francisco, CA](https://govcupmt.com/testimonials/april-helena-montana/) - Great route, great scenery, amazing volunteers, beautiful finish line, and well-organized from beginning to end.