16 running events in Missoula, Montana

The focus is on fun, adventure, skill development, and building confidence through skiing.

Welcome to the Ice Badgers Nordic Ski Team!

We are a youth ski team based in Missoula, MT. The season runs January 5th - Feb 25th. We practice at the UM Golf Course, Pattee Canyon, and Lubrecht Experimental Forrest. We have 4 groups:

1. Ice Badgers Juniors - Wednesdays - January 7 - February 25th - 4-5:15pm - 6-10yr

2. Ice Badgers - Mondays/Wednesdays - January 5th - February 25th - 5:30-7pm - 10-18yr

3. Ice Badgers Adults - Mondays/Wednesdays - January 5th - February 25th - 5:30-7pm

4. Ice Badgers IBEX Travel Race Team - Practice starts 11/3 - Follows JNQ schedule - 4-6 days a week

ICE BADGERS JUNIORS

• 8 Wednesday practices

• Ice Badger hat

• Learn to ski, learn to race

• Snacks and drinks

• Ask about getting under 6

ICE BADGERS 10-18

• 16 Practices

• Ice Badger top

• Snack and drinks

• Head Coach = Shaun Radley

• Assistant Coach = Abby Wiggin

ICE BADGERS IBEX RACE TEAM

• 40+ Practices

• Snack and drinks

• Coaching at all JNQ, and waxing (free wax)

• Travel logistics

• Shop discounts

• Head Coach = Orion Berryman

• Assistant Coach = Shaun Radley

ICE BADGERS ADULTS WHATS INCLUDED

• 16 Practices

• Learn to ski, learn to race, fitness through skiing and fun

• Be on a team

• Snacks and drinks

• Head Coach = Jeff Bookwalter

• Head Coach = Ruby Zitzer

PRACTICE CONCEPT:

Practice will always have a group chat and game and snack, followed by getting with your smaller animal groups and working on the skill of the practice or getting after the adventure ski! We will always end with a chat and coco. Teams are important, they keep athletes engaged. We will continue to push the team while working on individual skier development within their smaller groups.

Camp Māk-A-Dream is a 501c3 non-profit organization that relies on funds donated - and raised - by generous individuals. Many people who have either been a participant or volunteer in the past, experienced cancer in their own lives, or find fulfillment through helping others contribute towards making Camp's cost-free programs possible by raising funds for our organization.

Camp Māk-A-Dream is located in western Montana but draws participants and volunteers from all across the U.S. and even abroad. Since opening its doors in 1995, Camp has welcomed over 10,000 individuals diagnosed with, or affected by, cancer. Each week of camp is provided cost-free to participants and relies in great part to the generous support of invididual donors like YOU!

Whether it's running in the Boston Mararthon, holding a virtual event, choosing to use a birthday, anniversary or milestone event to raise funds for a charitable cause...it all adds up and makes a week at Camp Māk-A-Dream possible for hundreds of deserving people each year.

Thank you for considering a gift to one of our Camp Māk-A-Dream ambassadors....they are part of our extended Camp family and could not do this work without their efforts and your donations.

What: Women-Specific Strength and Conditioning Classes

Where: Endurance Physio

When: Tuesday & Thursday, 6:15-7:15 pm; January - February

Cost: $15/class for MT Alpha Members, $18 non-members (Discount taken automatically at checkout through RunSignUp) + $1 processing fee. Paid monthly

12 people max

Option to come once a week or twice weekly (only Tuesday, only Thursday or Tues & Thurs).

Open to all women, transgender and non-binary people who are comfortable in a group class that centers the experiences of women.

Build strength and endurance this winter with a women-specific fitness class designed for those starting an exercise routine or seeking to enhance their existing activities. The class covers proper form for strength-focused exercises, incorporating rotational, core, and explosive movements to foster power and endurance. All exercises can be modified, and experienced trainers lead the classes. Limited space available; secure your spot promptly as classes will fill quickly.

Run Wild Missoula is pleased to bring you the Heart Throb 5K, Gay 80's Edition, fueled by love!

Wear anything 80s themed, rainbow, or just plain fabulous! From a small accessory or a full head to toe outfit - and you could win a prize for best dressed! Group outfits encouraged!

A portion of this year’s race proceeds will go to The Center. The Center is an open, affirming environment for peoples of all sexual orientations and gender identity expressions. The Center fosters safe, inclusive, and welcoming spaces for community members to focus on identity development, self-care, empowerment, leadership development, and overall wellness.

This will be a great day to celebrate diversity, inclusion, and individual expression of truth. Let’s get together and embrace that LOVE IS LOVE!

→ MORE RACE DETAILS CAN BE FOUND HERE

Kick off St. Patrick's Day with Run Wild Missoula and Run for the Luck of It!

Racing options: 7 miles, 5K or the 400 Meter Kid's Dash!

All paid participants receive chip timing, a custom designed pint glass, a post-race beer and a hot snack! (Kid-friendly beverages provided as well).

RWM Members receive a $3.00 discount towards registration! Sign up here!

View the 7 Mile Course Map Here

View the 5K Course Map Here

This race takes place in Missoula, in March. What does that mean for participants? It means you never know what kind of weather we're going to have or what the weather will decide to drop on the streets as it passes through (i.e., snow sleet, rain, etc.). Be prepared for potentially slippery surfaces, potholes (watch for puddles), uneven surfaces, and loose sand and gravel! We will include more specific recommendations in accordance with the weather in our pre-race notes email, the day before the race.

After your 5k or 7 miler, join us inside the Culinary Building for some post-race food and beverage!

Back for 2026 by unpopular demand, the Missoula Beer Mile returns!

Do you make bad choices? Are you maybe susceptible to peer pressure? Have you never understood why Tuesday Track is not also a Thirsty Thursday? If that sounds like you, you should come out to the Missoula Beer Mile! With official timing and scoring via FinishLynx - the same system used at the legendary Hayward Field - but run on a dirt track to keep things fitting for a race in Montana.

The festivities will start at 6:45, with races starting at 7:00 or whenever the race director thinks it's time to start. Then for folks who are still standing, a trip to Flippers for Rainiers on the race director.

Stick around after the mile for a cigarette 400 - run one lap all out while finishing a cigarette of choice in memory of Koby Pederson. He's not dead yet, but we still will all burn a drunk heater to lock back in to hit the bars and honor the founder of Missoula Run Club.

Don't drink beer? Think N/A beer is a cop out? We've got a division for you - drink 5% regulation beer-mile beers, Athletic Brewing, Kombucha, Cream Soda, La Croix, anything really - just come with 4 of them and racing flats and good vibes.

Events are free to run, but BYOB. If you're too broke for a six pack, shoot the RD an email for an application to the diversity scholarship.

Discover the beauty and challenge of trail running with Run Wild Missoula’s Trail Sessions! These weekly group runs are perfect for runners and hikers of all experience levels, offering a supportive and welcoming environment led by knowledgeable volunteer leaders.

From easygoing hikes with some jogging to challenging runs on technical terrain, our sessions are designed to match your fitness and trail-running goals. Whether you're just beginning your trail adventure or looking to push your limits, you’ll gain confidence, improve your endurance, and enjoy Missoula’s incredible trail system alongside a community of outdoor enthusiasts.

Join us to embrace the challenge, connect with nature, and share the trail-running experience!

Run Wild Missoula Membership is required. As these sessions are in high demand and we wish for as many people as possible to participate, we ask that you only pick one session to participate in! We will not have a waitlist.

For more information and session descriptions, visit our website.

Celebrate Missoula's urban forests with Run Wild Missoula and Missoula Parks & Recreation at the 34th Run for the Trees on Saturday, April 11, 2026!

Choose between the 10K, 5K or a FREE 1-Mile, un-timed, Family Fun Run!

Keep in mind, this race takes place in Missoula, in April. What does that mean to runners? It means you never know what kind of weather we're going to have or what the weather will decide to drop on the streets as it passes through (i.e. sleet, rain, etc.). Be prepared for potentially slippery surfaces, potholes (watch for puddles!), uneven surfaces, and loose sand and gravel!

The 54th Annual YMCA Riverbank Run is April 25th, 2026! Join us downtown on race day or complete your virtual race any time on or before race day by running our course or equal distance of your choosing.

Kids 12 and under: Registration for 10K, 5K, and 1 mile is just $15, including race shirt.

All races start in the heart of downtown Missoula, MT at Higgins and Broadway and finish at the Boone and Crockett Club near the river trail. Runners can select from 3 distances: 10K, 5K, or 1 mile. Looking for an extra challenge - run all 3 races in our signature event the Trifecta!

RACE START TIMES - SATURDAY APRIL 25TH, 2026

• 10K/Trifecta 10K: 9:00 AM

• Dennis T. Bender 5K/Trifecta 5K: 10:30 AM

• Trifecta Mile: 11:30 AM

• 1 Mile Fun Run: 11:45 AM

Bib, Shirt, Packet Pick Up Details

Packet Pick Up is at SCHEELS from 12 PM-6 PM on Thursday 4/23 and Friday 4/24.

Race day packet pick up is at the start line (Wear Your Roots) starting at 7:30 AM.

10K, 5K, 1 Mile runners will receive your bib and your race t-shirt at packet pick up prior to race day.

In-person Trifecta runners will receive commemorative long sleeve shirt at the finish line after the completion of your race.

Virtual Trifecta runners will receive commemorative long sleeve shirt at packet pick up prior to race day.

Remember the Riverbank Run is a fundraiser for the Missoula Family YMCA and all proceeds support youth programs right here in Missoula!

More Details and Contact Information

Additional race day details and race information: Click Here

For race questions email our race director, Keri McHugh, or our race team [email protected].

To volunteer, email [email protected]

The VSAP event is broken down into three events, a 3-mile Suicide awareness walk/run, a 12-mile run and a 6-mile Ruck (Rucking or packing , 20kg to represent, remember, and honor veterans who have been tragically lost to us and our Nation).

The VSAP helps build community which is one way to help combat suicide. Montana consistently has one of the highest suicide rates in the nation, per capita. This event will help raise awareness and promote prevention about this epidemic by bring the community together to memorialize those lost and let Veterans, their friends, and families know they are not alone.

Location: Rocky Mountain Museum of Military History - 30 Ft. Missoula Road Building T-316, Ft. Missoula 59804

There will be live music, food, activities, silent auction, veteran owned businesses and veteran friendly service providers.

Register by May 1, 2026 to ensure swag bag and a t-shirt your size!

Package pick-up will be at the Missoula Vet Center 910 Brooks Street from 1000 to 1800 on May 15, 2025. Please pick-up event package (T-Shirt, Swag) on this date to ensure smooth participant flow the morning of the VSAP Event.

Proudly hosted by https://www.xsports4vets.org/home and Missoula Region VSN https://www.vsnmontana.org

Have a great day and see you at the event!!!

Put the pedal to the meadow and join us for the Little Dipper Kids Trail Run!

We invite Little Dippers to experience Marshall Mountain in full bloom—wildflowers, balsam, and all the magic of springtime trails. I ain’t dandelion when I say… thistle be a beautiful day! 🌸

Choose Your Trail:

🟢 FREE 1K Fun Run at 1 pm

🌿 $19 – 2 Mile Trail Run at 1:30 pm

⛰️ $19 – 4 Mile Trail Run at 1:30 pm

All participants will cross the finish line and celebrate with well-deserved ice cream 🍦—because every great run deserves a sweet reward!

We also invite you to consider donating to Go Run Missoula, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing non-competitive running and strength-training programs for 3rd–8th grade female and non-binary youth.

That's not all! Consider joining us the day before for the Second Annual Marshall Mountain Revival Runs (organized by the Rut Mountain Runs). They have a team relay, 5 Mile, and 25K option available. Learn more here

With two exciting events at Marshall Mountain and a whole weekend celebrating trail running in Missoula, this is a community-wide celebration you won’t want to miss.

*Trail permits obtained through the Missoula County and Marshall Mountain