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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 Northern Carousel
  • Montana State Capitol
  • Last Chance Gulch
  • Archie Bray Foundation
  • Original Governor’s Mansion
  • Holter Museum of Art
  • Holter Lake
  • Reeder’s Alley
  • Helena National Forest
  • Montana Wild
  • Grandstreet Theatre
  • ExplorationWorks
  • Broadwater Hot Springs & Fitness
  • Helena Historic District
  • Myrna Loy Center
  • Spring Meadow Lake State Park
  • Spokane Bar Sapphire and Gold Fever Rock Shop
  • Discover Jefferson County

Check out a local Brewery

  • Lewis & Clark Brewing Company
  • Blackfoot River Brewing Company
  • Ten Mile Creek Brewery
  • Copper Furrow Brewing
  • Missouri River Brewing Company

Testimonials

I absolutely love the Governor’s Cup half marathon! The city of Helena is so gorgeous!

Lauren L. - Missoula, MT

Montana Governor’s Cup Road Races
2018-08-08T12:41:16-06:00

Lauren L. - Missoula, MT

I absolutely love the Governor’s Cup half marathon! The city of Helena is so gorgeous!
https://govcupmt.com/testimonials/lauren-la-brie-missoula-montana/
Best race in Montana...something for everyone! Extremely well organized and rich in Montana tradition.

Matt R. - Helena, MT

Montana Governor’s Cup Road Races
2018-08-08T12:41:49-06:00

Matt R. - Helena, MT

Best race in Montana...something for everyone! Extremely well organized and rich in Montana tradition.
https://govcupmt.com/testimonials/matt-helena-montana/
Great route, great scenery, amazing volunteers, beautiful finish line, and well-organized from beginning to end.

Eric V. - San Francisco, CA

Montana Governor’s Cup Road Races
2018-08-08T12:42:24-06:00

Eric V. - San Francisco, CA

Great route, great scenery, amazing volunteers, beautiful finish line, and well-organized from beginning to end.
https://govcupmt.com/testimonials/april-helena-montana/
Every Montanan should enjoy this at least once while they live in MT.

Kathy M. - Missoula, MT

Montana Governor’s Cup Road Races
2018-08-08T12:42:49-06:00

Kathy M. - Missoula, MT

Every Montanan should enjoy this at least once while they live in MT.
https://govcupmt.com/testimonials/kathy-missoula-mt/
It’s easy to see that Helena welcomes and celebrates the participants! Two thumbs up!!!! Thank you!

Chelsea L. - Billings, MT

Montana Governor’s Cup Road Races
2018-08-08T12:43:19-06:00

Chelsea L. - Billings, MT

It’s easy to see that Helena welcomes and celebrates the participants! Two thumbs up!!!! Thank you!
https://govcupmt.com/testimonials/chelsea-lynnes-dana-billings-mt/
Beautiful course, unique medal and well organized – Well worth the trip!

Wendy F. - Brush, CO

Montana Governor’s Cup Road Races
2018-08-28T09:59:11-06:00

Wendy F. - Brush, CO

Beautiful course, unique medal and well organized – Well worth the trip!
https://govcupmt.com/testimonials/wendy-f-brush-co/
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Sponsors

The Governor's Cup has had incredible community support and wonderful sponsors for nearly 50 years. Thank you to all of our sponsors that help make this event possible each year.

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The Caring Foundation supports rural communities and underserved areas in Montana by providing access to critical services. Support access to health care for Montana children, families, and seniors.

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