Registration opens January 2026!

Since 1972, the YMCA Riverbank Run has been a favorite springtime tradition for Missoulians! And, with four race options to choose from, there’s something for everyone.

The Riverbank Run is a family-friendly event that is open to all ages and abilities. Choose from the 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, or run all three events in our signature event, the Trifecta (10.321 miles). Strollers and wheelchairs welcome! No pets, please.

The 54th Annual YMCA Riverbank Run is April 25, 2026! Join us in downtown Missoula on race day or complete your virtual race any time on or before race day by running our course or equal distance of your choosing.

All races start in the heart of downtown Missoula at Higgins and Broadway and finish on the river trail near the Boone and Crockett Club.

Kids 12 and under: Registration for 10K, 5K, and 1 mile is just $15, including race shirt.

The YMCA Riverbank Run is a fundraiser for the Missoula Family YMCA. All proceeds stay local and support the Y's financial assistance program. No refunds or deferrals are issued for this race. Racers unable to compete in their original race may switch to a different distance, switch to virtual, or transfer their registration to someone else. 

Race Start Times:
All races start at Higgins & Broadway.

• 10K & Trifecta 10K: 9:00 a.m.
• Dennis T. Bender 5K & Trifecta 5K: 10:30 a.m.
• Trifecta Mile: 11:30 a.m.
• 1 Mile Fun Run: 11:45 a.m.

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Bib, Shirt, & Packet Pickup:

Details will be available Spring 2026. 

As a reminder...

• 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile racers will receive your bib and your race t-shirt at packet pick up prior to race day. 
• In-person Trifecta racers will receive commemorative long sleeve shirt at the finish line after the completion of your race.
• Virtual Trifecta racers will receive commemorative long sleeve shirt at packet pick up prior to race day.

Reminders:

• Participants are strongly encouraged to collect packets prior to race day.
• Grade School Challenge participants have the option to collect their packets at their schools. Please note: If you wish to pick your student's packet up at their elementary school, you MUST note this at time of registration.

In-Person Event Details:

• All races start at Higgins & Broadway, and end along the Kim Williams Trail across from Caras Park.
• 2,500+ racers are expected on race day. We recommend carpooling.
• Trifecta racers may collect their long-sleeve event shirts after completing all three races. Shirts are available at the finish line.
• Virtual racers may pick their shirts up during packet pickup or at the YMCA post-race. Date to be announced.
• Prizes will be available for pickup at the YMCA post-race. Date to be announced.
• Portapotties are located at the start and finish lines.
• Strollers and wheelchairs welcome. No pets, please.

Course Map:

All races start at Higgins & Broadway. 

Virtual Race Participants:

Running virtually? Racers have until race day to complete their selected race. Virtual racers have three ways to complete their race:

• Run the traditional course(s)
• Run one of our suggested alternates
• Choose your favorite trail or route

Upon completion, click here to upload your virtual race results, then follow the steps below:

Prizes

• Prizes are awarded to the top three male and top three female finishers in the 1 Mile, 5K, 10K, and Trifecta races. Prizes are also awarded to the top male and top female finishers in each age group. (Prizes are awarded for in-person event participants only.)
• Top finishers will be contacted when prizes are available for pickup at the YMCA.
   

Questions:

Any questions should be directed to race director Keri McHugh or our race team at riverbankrun@ymcamissoula.org.