Kick off a crisp September morning at Pompey’s Pillar with the 2026 Rock the Run 5K and our newly added 1‑Mile Fun Run/Walk! The 5K is officially RRCA‑qualified, making it a great choice for competitive runners and community athletes alike. The 1‑mile option offers a relaxed, family‑friendly way to join the fun—perfect for walkers, first‑timers, and anyone who wants to support the Pillar at their own pace. Every registration helps preserve and promote the history and programs of Pompey’s Pillar National Monument. Lace up, enjoy the scenery, and be part of a meaningful community tradition.

September is Suicide Awareness Month & Addiction Recovery Month. Jimmy was an avid prayer runner who ran for his recovery and it also helped him with his own silent struggle with his mental health. Run For Jimmy 5k / 1 Mile Walk is not only in remembrance to our beloved running brother but to raise awareness of suicide rate realities in our communities and how it is strongly tied to addiction struggles.

This event will be a chip timed 5k run and an untimed 1 mile walk. The event will take place in the nearest parking lot East of the Airport Roundabout of Billings, MT. Click our Location link for precise location.

There will be T-shirts available to handout at the day of the event on a first come first serve basis. There will be a race bib pickup day on Friday September 19, 2025 at the small shelter at South Park, Billings, MT from 12pm to 1:45pm. Bibs can also be picked up on the event day morning from 7:30am to 8:45am. Please come early to avoid long line wait on event day.

This year we are taking optional donations. Thank you!

#RunForJimmy #MentalHealthIsSacred #RunDNC

Opportunity Bank of Montana presents the 46th running of the Montana Marathon!!

The Montana Marathon course is one of the fastest and most scenic in the region, making it a favorite for runners chasing personal bests or a Boston Qualifier. Starting high on the rolling plains outside Billings in the small town of Molt, the route follows a gradual downhill descent (1,000' Net Drop) into the Magic City, showcasing wide-open skies, mountain views, and the beauty of Big Sky Country. This Point-to-Point race will have you picking up the 1/2 Marathon, 10K and 5K runners along the way; adding to the energy as you approach the finish line in downtown Billings.

• The Montana Marathon is famous for being a FAST and beautiful Boston qualifier course! While the first ten miles feature scenic rolling green hills, the final 16 treat you to a loss of 1,000 vertical feet. YouTube Video of the course: Montana Marathon Course

• Marathon racers will be shuttled to the start line from Senior High School Parking Lot.

o Shuttles Load up at 5:30AM. The Last shuttle will depart at 6:00AM

• The Marathon starts at 7:00am

• Marathon cut-off time: 6.5 hrs (16 min mile) Course Closes at 1:30 pm

• Walkers are not allowed to start early.

• The Half Marathon was selected again by Road Runners Club of America as the Montana State Championship Race!

• Additional awards will be given by RRCA. YouTube Video of course: Montana Marathon Half Course

• Please note there is NO parking at the Half Marathon start and racers will be required to take the shuttle.

o Half Marathon racers will be shuttled to the start line from Senior High School Parking lot.

Half Marathon will begin loading buses at ~6:45AM. The last shuttle leaves at 7:15AM

• The Half Marathon begins at 8:00AM

• Course Closes at 1:30 pm

• The 10K starts at the Rimrock West Park and finishes at Pioneer Park

• Check out the course on our YouTube Video: 10K Course

• 10K racers will be shuttled to the start line from Senior High School Parking lot.

o 10K Runners will begin loading at 8:30AM. The last shuttle leaves at 9:00AM.

• The 10K starts at 9:30AM

• The 5K Starts at Rose Park and finishes at Pioneer Park.

• Check out this flat course on our YouTube Video: 5K Course

• 5K Racers will need to drive to the start line. We have YMCA buses available to shuttle you back to your car after the race.

o Post-Race shuttles will go every 15 minutes from Senior High School Parking lot to Rose Park. First shuttle is at 10:45. The last shuttle back to Rose Park is at 12:00pm

Finisher Medals for all participants.

F/M Age Group Awards: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k & 5k

F/M Overall Awards: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k & 5k

IMPORTANT NOTES: For the safety of all participants:

• Strollers are not permitted on the Marathon or Half Marathon Courses.

• Dogs are not permitted on any of the race courses.

• The course is marked well, but it is open to traffic.

• There will be volunteers at most intersections.

• Please remain on the right side of the road, unless otherwise directed. Because the course is open to traffic, we recommend that all participants wear bright colored clothing to improve visibility. Music devices and earbuds/earphones are strongly discouraged.

• If you decide to leave the course, please let a staff or volunteer know so we don’t wonder where you are.

Packet Pick-up Information -

Where: TBD

When: Saturday, September 19th

Times: 12:00 - 5:00pm

ONLY OUT OF TOWN Participants who did not make it to the packet pick up on Saturday will be allowed to pick up Race Gear on Race Day

Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K: | Time: 5:15am - 7:30am | Senior High School Parking Lot behind school

5K: Time: 8:00am - 9:00am | Rose Park by Pool Parking Area

PORTAPOTTIES

• We understand the urge to go before, during and after a race. We want all of our runners to be comfortable along the course.

• Portapotties will be available at these locations:

• Bus loading area at Senior High School parking lot

• The start of each race

• Approximately miles 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 20, 22, 23, 24

• Finish line at Pioneer Park.

The Montana Cup cross-country meet offers an exploration of Montana’s magnificent open spaces. It is not a road race, nor is it an ultra-endurance trail run; it's a team event, which brings together runners from all of Montana’s regions for competition, racing across country, for the glory of claiming a “traveling trophy” – the Montana Cup.

The Montana Cup’s underlying mission is to unite the state’s widespread runners & running communities, to foster continued training & racing among Montana runners of all ages, and to leave each participant thinking ... "that course was excellent, exciting & beautiful!"

RACE DAY SCHEDULE (2026)

10:30 Check-in / packet-pickup opens

11:45 National Anthem

12:00 Women's Race

1:00 Men's Race

2:00 Awards & Refreshments

This year’s race is hosted by Yellowstone Rim Runners, with Co-Race Directors Christina Dalton and Will Plowman at the helm.

Billings Parks and Recreation is hosting a 2k and a 5k run/walk in Mountview Cemetery. All run proceeds will support veteran funeral services in Mountview Cemetery's Veteran section, and maintenance of our Veterans sections.

2k Race starts at 12:00 and the 5k Race starts at 1:00pm

PACKET PICK UP 10:30-12:30 near the start/finish line

First 150 to sign-up are guaranteed to receive a race shirt. Sign-up by September 6th, 2024, to ensure we have your desired size.

Parking area will be provided in section 15 of Mountview Cemetery. Enter the cemetery through the back gate on Industrial Ave. All other cemetery entrances will be blocked off.

• Finisher Swag awarded at the Finish Line!!

• Every participant will be entered for door prizes

• Be the in the first 150 registrants to ensure you receive a race shirt