Mntwi l Nłʔay Virtual Half Marathon
The Mntwi l Nłʔay Virtual Half Marathon supports Indigenous Ascent Coalition with every mile.
Race Date
Sep 1, 2026
Location
Missoula, MT
Quick facts
- Date
- Tuesday, September 1, 2026
- Location
- Missoula, Montana
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 182
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
The Experience
The Mntwi l Nłʔay Virtual Half Marathon offers a flexible, virtual challenge throughout September, allowing runners to complete their 21.1 kilometers at their own pace and on their own chosen routes. This event, with its most recent edition in 2023, has seen a repeat-runner loyalty of about 43%, indicating a dedicated community.
With 100% of proceeds benefiting the Indigenous Ascent Coalition, the race emphasizes a commitment to learning about and supporting local Indigenous communities. Participants receive a custom medal and Indigenous-made gifts, along with a training plan, making it a meaningful endeavor for those looking to contribute to a cause while pursuing their running goals. Runners can log their cumulative miles throughout the month to achieve the half marathon distance.
Race-provided description
Run Wild Missoula is honored to offer a Virtual Half Marathon with 100% of race proceeds going to Indigenous Ascent Coalition; to deepen our commitment to learning more about and supporting our local Indigenous communities. Through partnership and education, RWM looks forward to fostering a more inclusive community. Runners will have the month of September to complete and record their mileage. All runners will receive a custom Mntwi l Nłʔay Virtual Half Marathon medal and Indigenous made gifts; plus, a half marathon training plan. *We believe in promoting inclusion and access to our events, and honor cumulative miles covered over the month of September for achievement of the half marathon. To do this, you may simply add your miles and submit the total virtually upon completion.* → Please visit our website to learn more about our Designer Robyn Kay Iron who created the logo for this race.
Logistics
Race Day
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Start Time
12:00 AM
Start Location
ANYWHERE, Missoula, MT, 59802
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Course Map
Quality Score
Solid Pick492 years running
~91 finishers a year
shrinking
43% returning runners
5 timing sources · 4 photos
runners from 5 states
winner 1:15:00
typical high 84°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
53°
Afternoon (High)
84°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.0"
Precipitation
7 mph
Wind
48%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 182 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2023
Total finishers
182
Median time
2:54:11
Latest turnout
30
States
19
Turnout by year
2022–2023
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Mntwi l Nłʔay Virtual Half Marathon?
The Mntwi l Nłʔay Virtual Half Marathon is held on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, starting at 12:00 AM.
Where does the Mntwi l Nłʔay Virtual Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Missoula, Montana.
What distances does the Mntwi l Nłʔay Virtual Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Mntwi l Nłʔay Virtual Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Mntwi l Nłʔay Virtual Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Mntwi l Nłʔay Virtual Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 182 runners who have completed the Mntwi l Nłʔay Virtual Half Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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