Marathon start for casual walkers. Call Race Headquarters for bus departure information. Half Marathon and 10K races begin. Physically Challenged race begins 7-11 a.m. They serve water, guide traffic, organize the crowds, and cheer on each passing runner.
Races finish at the same downtown location where friends and family shout their support.
After the race, cool down to live music in Anchor Park while waiting for the awards ceremony. You can stroll through historic downtown Helena, enjoying an arts and crafts fair, great shopping, and good food. In addition to staying fit and having fun, Governor's Cup participants give the gift of health to thousands of Montanans. One dollar of every race entry is contributed to the Caring Foundation of Montana, Inc., a nonprofit organization that provides primary and preventive medical benefits to low-income Montanans. The program helps those who fall through the cracks of our current health care system and provides services at no cost to the families or individuals.