The Augúst - Montana's Second Oldest Footrace
- Date
- August 20, 2026
- Location
- 2850 Broadwater Ave, Helena, MT
- Distance
- 5k Youth (0-19) · 5k Adult (20+)
From the Organizer
58th running of "The Augúst - Montana's Second Oldest Footrace." 5k trail run - flat & fast! Starts at 7:00 PM at Spring Meadow Resources Pavilion (2850 Broadwater Ave). $10 entry fee for youth (0-19), $20 for adults (20+). Fundraiser for local high school cross-country teams. This is the ultimate, minimalist, no frills race – who needs t-shirts, awards, or door prizes, when you can have fast times, accurate results, friendly volunteers, loads of tradition, and a warm feeling for supporting a worthy cause?
Contact: Patrick Judge, 406/459-5838, info@vigilanterunning.org
“au-gúst - adj. marked by majestic dignity or grandeur” - Webster
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
84°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
20%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Helena Rgnl Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Helena, MT
Population
33,126
as of 2023
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.
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- Race
- The Augúst - Montana's Second Oldest Footrace
- Date
- August 20, 2026
- Location
- 2850 Broadwater Ave, Helena, MT
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Augúst - Montana's Second Oldest Footrace?
- The Augúst - Montana's Second Oldest Footrace is a running race held in Helena, Montana on August 20, 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 Augúst - Montana's Second Oldest Footrace?
- Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Helena, Montana at 2850 Broadwater Ave, Helena, MT. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Augúst - Montana's Second Oldest Footrace?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Augúst - Montana's Second Oldest Footrace
Aug 20, 2026