
Race Date
Aug 8, 2026
Location
Anaconda, MT
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. Race Events: All races start and finish at Kennedy Commons. Half Marathon - 7:30am 10K - 8:00am 5K - 8:30am Kids Sprint (1 block, ages 8 & under – free) - 10:30am 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.
Race Day
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Start Time
7:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Kennedy Commons, Anaconda, MT, 59711
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Also Offers
Median Finish
2:04:36
9:31/mi
Winning Time
1:22:58
6:20/mi
Finishers (2024)
63
States Represented
7 / 50
Gender Split
FASTER 25%
1:52:11
MEDIAN
2:04:36
SLOWER 25%
2:21:42
Start (Low)
49°
Afternoon (High)
76°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
8 mph
Wind
59%
Humidity
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