1K for United Way
- Date
- September 12, 2026
- Distance
- 1K
- Price
- $10
From the Organizer
Donut Miss Out! 1K for United Way Fun Run!
Get ready for the sweetest race in town on September 12th at 11am! Whether you’re a pro runner or just here for the fun (and donuts), this 1K Fun Run is all about games, laughs, costumes, and tasty treats along the way. Yes, we’ll have FREE donuts on the route! 🍩
Costumes are highly encouraged. The theme for the 6th Annual Helena SeptemberFest is Gulch Goes Galactic. Can an alien or an astronaut reach the donuts first? Guess we will have to find out.
Cowbells given to the first 250 racers.
👉 Sign up today and run for a great cause—United Way of the Lewis and Clark Area.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
75°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
20%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Helena Rgnl Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Helena, MT
Population
33,126
as of 2023
City Elevation
3,825 ft
Nearest Airport
HLN
Helena Regional Airport · 2 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 1K for United Way, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
87
Days to train
- Race
- 1K for United Way
- Date
- September 12, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 1K for United Way?
- 1K for United Way is a running race held in Helena, Montana on September 12, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 1K for United Way?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Helena, Montana at 361 N Last Chance Gulch. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 1K for United Way?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
1K for United Way
Sep 12, 2026