Smelter City Scamper
Smelter City Scamper is a running race on August 8, 2026 in Anaconda, MT, with entry fees from $35 to $90.
- Date
- August 8, 2026 (16 days to go)
- Location
- Kennedy Commons, Anaconda, MT
- Price
- $35–$90
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Smelter City Scamper is a locally hosted race that supports food access and community health in Anaconda. Led by the Anaconda Community Market, the Scamper welcomes runners, walkers, families, and longtime locals alike. A hometown race with lots of heart!
Whether you’re lining up for the half marathon, jogging the 5K with friends, or watching kids sprint their hearts out for one block, this race is about showing up, for yourself and for your community.
We're partnering with Hydrapak and going cupless this year—here’s what that means (and why it’s a good thing):
New for 2026: Cupless Race Initiative
As part of our commitment to healthier lifestyles—for both people and the planet—we’re beginning the transition to a cupless race. This means reducing single-use waste and encouraging runners to carry their own hydration.
For this year:
We’re easing into the change. Cups will still be available on course as we transition.
Bonus perks:
The first 300 racers at packet pickup will receive a free reusable cup from Hydrapak
All racers will get a 20% discount to shop Hydrapak gear
We’re excited to take this step forward—start thinking about what hydration setup works best for you, and we’ll keep supporting you along the way.
Race Events:
All races start and finish at Kennedy Commons.
Race Packet Pick Up - August 7th, 5-7PM at Kennedy Commons
Race Day - August 8th
6:30am Race Packet Pick Up at Kennedy Commons
6:45am - Free PreRace Yoga Class for everyone - courtesy of Anaconda Yoga
Farmers Market - 7:30am Start
Half Marathon - 7:30am Start
10K - 8:00am
5K - 8:30am
Kids Sprint (1 block, ages 8 & under – free) - 10:30am
Awards - 11:00am
Why We Run
The Smelter City Scamper is a fundraiser that supports the Anaconda Community Market and local food access programs. Proceeds stay in the community, helping strengthen local food systems and the health and wellness of the community.
A Little Extra Fun
The Scamper takes place during Smeltermen’s Day weekend, so make a weekend out of it as there's plenty to do and see around town. Your run ends at Kennedy Commons and rolls straight into the Smeltermen’s Day Brewfest. Good timing, good people, and a solid way to wrap up race morning.
Sign up, show up, and be part of building stronger, healthier communities — one mile at a time.
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
83°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Anaconda.
Host City
About Anaconda, MT
Population
9,512
as of 2023
City Elevation
5,411 ft
Nearest Airport
BTM
Bert Mooney Airport · 26 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
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.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Smelter City Scamper
Aug 8, 2026