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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kids' Run | Kids | Nov 26, 20268:00 AM | $15 | – |
| 10K | 10K | Nov 26, 20268:50 AM | $30$35 after Nov 26, 2026 | 610 |
| 5K | 5K | Nov 26, 20269:10 AM | $30$35 after Nov 26, 2026 | 1,510 |
| 5k Fun Run (UNTIMED RACE) | 5K | Nov 26, 20269:15 AM | $30$35 after Nov 26, 2026 | – |
| Virtual 5k Run/WalkVirtual | 5K | Nov 26, 20266:00 AM | $15 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $35 on Nov 26, 2026.
Online registration closes Nov 26, 2026, unless the race fills first.
At $30, entry is about 40 percent below a typical 10K in Montana, which costs $50 right now.
A typical finisher at a 10K in Bozeman runs 1:08:48, about 11:04 a mile, based on 5 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:11:23 and men in 1:03:17.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:37 AM, and the Kids' Run starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 4,920 feet above sea level, high enough that most runners from lower ground run noticeably slower.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
600 W Kagy, Bozeman, MT 59717
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Aggregated from official results (Competitive Timing) for Huffing For Stuffing. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
At the 2023 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 25:40 or better, the top quarter in 29:12, and half the field in 33:22; the last tenth came in after 51:48.
At the 2023 10K, the fastest tenth finished in 46:43 or better, the top quarter in 52:44, and half the field in 58:45; the last tenth came in after 1:13:00.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 24:51 | 18:50 |
| 20-29 | 24:44 | 21:36 |
| 30-39 | 22:39 | 18:42 |
| 40-49 | 25:53 | 23:12 |
| 50-59 | 27:43 | 23:04 |
| 60-69 | 30:33 | 26:02 |
| 70+ | 38:38 | 31:48 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2023.
Up 9 percent since 2021.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2021 to 2023, the field went from 1,160 to 1,252 finishers, and the median time rose from 33:12 to 33:22.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1,252 (+12%) | 33:22 | under 25:40 | 17:07 |
| 2022 | 1,122 (-3%) | 35:35 | under 26:20 | 16:45 |
| 2021 | 1,160 | 33:12 | under 24:58 | 15:14 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
About average for Montana 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2023 5K field finished under 29:12, against 28:50 in a typical Montana 5K, so times here are about average.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Around November 26 the day usually runs from 21°F at dawn to 36°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 19% of days. Cold snaps dip to 7°F and hot years reach 47°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of Huffing For Stuffing cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
and In-Person Registration. Wednesday, November 25th during T WO time windows: 7:30 am to 1:00 pm OR. 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. HRDC's Market Place (206 E Griffin Drive). All participants are highly encouraged to stop by on Wednesday to pick up…
Schedule and packet pickup
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Course
SAFETY: Please note the start/finish line locations. The course is coned and marked very well, but it is open to traffic. There will be volunteers and certified flaggers at most intersections. Please remain on the right side of the road…
Parking and travel
Parking is available at the MSU Fieldhouse, University Police Station, Greek Way, and east of the museum near the Postal Annex and Pilgrim Church. Parking is NOT permitted in the Museum of the Rockies lot or the EAST Stadium Lot (this is…
Parking and travel
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Rules and FAQ
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Huffing For Stuffing combines community spirit with a lively race atmosphere to improve the lives of many of our community members. Since our inception in 2007, Huffing For Stuffing has provided over half a million dollars in funding to our local food bank! The race is held each Thanksgiving morning at the Museum of the Rockies in Bozeman, Montana. All abilities are welcome. We want you to be a part of Gallatin Valley’s favorite Thanksgiving holiday tradition! Huffing For Stuffing is presented by HRDC's Gallatin Valley Food Bank in partnership with Big Sky Wind Drinkers. Please register early to guarantee a race shirt.
Join us for a 10K, 5K, or Kids' Run this Thanksgiving and support your neighbors in need.