Montana Marathon
Montana Marathon descends point to point from the plains near Molt into downtown Billings, offering open-country scenery and a certified Boston qualifier.
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Quick facts
- Net-downhill point-to-point route
- Boston qualifying certification
- Rural start near Molt and Billings finish
- Plains wind that can cancel out the downhill advantage
About the Montana Marathon
The Billings race has previously appeared under Queen Bee sponsor branding, but Montana Marathon is its stable name. Runners finish in the city after starting amid the broad agricultural landscape northwest of town.
Course
A net-downhill point-to-point road course carries the field from near Molt toward downtown Billings. The profile invites fast goals, though early restraint is important before the accumulated descent reaches the legs.
Race-day weather
Late September in south-central Montana may start cold and dry, then warm quickly under open skies. Wind across the plains can outweigh the downhill advantage, and frost is possible at daybreak.
Past Montana Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, September 20, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Montana Marathon FAQ
When is the Montana Marathon?
The 2026 Montana Marathon is on Sunday, September 20, 2026.
Is Montana Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Montana Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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