2027 Governor's Cup
Governor's Cup: Montana's longest-running half marathon, a fast point-to-point through Helena.
Race Date
Jun 12, 2027
Location
Helena, MT
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, June 12, 2027
- Location
- Helena, Montana
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 3,224
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
Since 1974, the Governor's Cup has been a Helena tradition, drawing roughly 264 runners annually from about 18 states. Nearly a quarter of participants return each year, a testament to the event's enduring appeal. Staged in Montana's capital city, the race unfolds against a picturesque backdrop of the surrounding countryside, offering a genuine slice of Treasure State hospitality.
The half marathon is a USATF-certified point-to-point course with a gentle net drop of 2.40 meters per kilometer, making it a prime candidate for a personal best. June weather in Helena typically ranges from 49 to 75°F with low humidity, ideal for fast running. After crossing the finish line, runners are greeted with a T-shirt and the satisfaction of completing one of the state's longest-running athletic events.
Race-provided description
The annual event in Helena to provide people with a fun and festive opportunity to celebrate the benefits of exercise and healthy lifestyle choices.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, June 12, 2027
Start Time
TBA
Start Location
100 S Last Chance Gulch, Helena, MT, 59601
Course Info
Course Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Quality Score
Runner Favorite8118 years running
~264 finishers a year
growing or steady
24% returning runners
USATF certified · 5 timing sources
runners from 18 states
winner 1:13:21
typical high 73°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
51°
Afternoon (High)
70°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
62%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 3,224 finishers actually crossed the line across 12 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
3,224
Median time
2:12:34
Latest turnout
274
States
45
Turnout by year
2017–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the 2027 Governor's Cup?
The 2027 Governor's Cup is held on Saturday, June 12, 2027.
Where does the 2027 Governor's Cup take place?
It takes place in Helena, Montana.
What distances does the 2027 Governor's Cup offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the 2027 Governor's Cup course flat and good for a PR?
The 2027 Governor's Cup is a rolling hills, point to point course.
How many people run the 2027 Governor's Cup?
HalfRuns has finish records for 3,224 runners who have completed the 2027 Governor's Cup.
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