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PACKET PICKUP
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Lucky Hare Half Marathon & 9K 2027
- Date
- Saturday, March 20, 2027
- Start time
- 10:00 AM start (Denver)
- Location
- Kalispell, Montana
- Entry fee
- From $45 Ā· goes up to $90 on Jan 7, 2027
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hare 1/2 Marathon | Half Marathon | Mar 20, 202710:00 AM | $75$90 after Jan 7, 2027 | ā |
| Lucky 9K | Other | Mar 20, 202710:30 AM | $45$60 after Jan 7, 2027 | ā |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Hare 1/2 Marathon: $75 until Jan 7, then $90 until Mar 15, then $110 until Mar 20.
- Lucky 9K: $45 until Jan 7, then $60 until Mar 15, then $70 until Mar 20.
Online registration closes Mar 20, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $75, entry is about the same as a typical half marathon in Montana ($75).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a half marathon in Montana runs 2:18:52, about 10:36 a mile, based on 25 races with published results. Women typically finish in 2:25:13 and men in 2:05:42.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:42 AM, and the Hare 1/2 Marathon starts at 10:00 AM. The start sits about 3,070 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
1st Ave NE, Kalispell, MT 59901
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2026 results
All resultsHare 1/2 Marathon
77
finishers
2:16:36
median (10:25 /mi)
1:22:20
winning time
61% / 39%
women / men
Lucky 9K
58
finishers
1:02:17
median (10:44 /mi)
44:35
winning time
76% / 24%
women / men
Aggregated from official results (Sanders County Timing) for Lucky Hare Half Marathon & 9K. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Lucky Hare Half Marathon & 9K?
At the 2026 Hare 1/2 Marathon, the fastest tenth finished in 1:43:07 or better, the top quarter in 1:56:41, and half the field in 2:16:36; the last tenth came in after 2:59:07.
At the 2026 Lucky 9K, the fastest tenth finished in 52:34 or better, the top quarter in 55:37, and half the field in 1:02:17; the last tenth came in after 1:17:38.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | 2:12:57 | 1:52:16 |
| 30-39 | 1:51:14 | 1:40:02 |
| 40-49 | 2:10:39 | 2:13:52 |
| 50-59 | 2:19:38 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
How fast is it?
About average for Montana half marathons
The fastest quarter of the 2026 half marathon field finished under 1:56:41, against 1:55:36 in a typical Montana half marathon, 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.
Typical race-day weather
Around March 20 the day usually runs from 25Ā°F at dawn to 42Ā°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 21% of days. Cold snaps dip to 17Ā°F and hot years reach 56Ā°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.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Lucky Hare Half Marathon & 9K cover on their registration page, in brief.
Course
1/2 MARATHON INFO
The Half Marathon (13.1 miles) course is paved and runs along the Great Northern Trail. It begins in Kila, MT at the Smith Lake Fishing Access and finishes on 1st Ave outside of Brannigan's Irish Pub. For additional info, visitā¦
Course
9K INFO
The 9K (~5.8 miles) course is paved and runs along the Great Northern Trail. It begins just outside of Batavia, MT and finishes on 1st Ave outside of Brannigan's Irish Pub. The course runs the last portion of the Half Marathon course. Forā¦
Course
COURSE MAPS
View course maps at www.luckyharehalf.com.
Parking and travel
BUS SHUTTLES
All runners must take the provided bus transportation to the start lines. Buses will pickup in downtown Kalispell outside of Brannigan's Irish Pub. Departure Times: Half Marathon buses depart at 8:45 AM. 9K buses depart at 9:15 AMā¦
Rules and FAQ
UNABLE TO RACE -- OPTIONS/POLICIES
REFUND & ROLLOVER POLICY. Direct refunds and rollovers are not offered, however you may be eligible for a refund through the third-party RegShield. Please read below prior to registering. -. To make your entry fee refundable in the eventā¦
Race details
- Where
- 1st Ave NE, Kalispell, MT 59901Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 3,070 feet
- Included with entry
- Race Shirt
- Distances
- Half Marathon, Other
- Editions
- 2027 (Mar 20, 2027), 2026 (Mar 14, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Lucky Hare Half Marathon & 9K?
- Saturday, March 20, 2027, starting at 10:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $45 before processing fees, and rises to $90 on Jan 7, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Mar 20, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Montana?
- At $75, entry is about the same as a typical half marathon in Montana ($75).
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- What distances can I run?
- Half Marathon, Other.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 77 runners finished the Hare 1/2 Marathon; the median finish was 2:16:36 and the winner ran 1:22:20.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2026 half marathon field finished under 1:56:41, against 1:55:36 in a typical Montana half marathon, so times here are about average.
- Where does it start?
- 1st Ave NE, Kalispell, MT 59901.
From the organizers
Race the lucky hare along the Great Northern Trail system, from Kila to Kalispell Montana in celebration of St. Patrick's Day weekend š One lucky winner will take home the "one big pot of gold" giveaway! šš°
The Half Marathon race begins at the Smith Lake fishing access in Kila and finishes on 1st Ave in downtown Kalispell. Runners will meet on 1st Ave race morning to ride the mandatory bus shuttle to the start line. Enjoy a post-race beer garden and St. Patrick's gathering with raffle drawings, music, finisher awards and more! Your registration includes 1X beer (21+) or N/A drink, a chip-timed race bib, and race shirt.
(updated race times below)
Bus Departure Times