Marathon
Enjoy the marathon course that is fast in spots, challenging in other and scenic the entire time! Marathoners run with the half marathoners the first 13 miles splitting at Depot Park before starting the second half of the course. Friends and family can cheer for you at the start, half way point AND at the finish without moving. The second half offers views along Whitefish Lake than out and back on a paved trail with views of Big Mountain. The last 3-4 miles will offer a steady decline to assist in achieving the time you have been training for! The course is USATF certified and a Boston qualifier
Open to ages 15 - 99.
- Start Time:
- 8:00am MDT
- End Time:
- 2:30pm MDT
- Registration:
- Registration Opens July 1, 2026 at 12:01am MDT
- Price:
- $75.00 Race Fee + $5.50 SignUp Fee
- Registration:
- Price increases after July 5, 2026 at 11:59pm MDT
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending |
|---|---|
| July 1, 2026, 12:01am MDT | July 5, 2026, 11:59pm MDT |
| July 6, 2026, 12:00am MDT | December 31, 2026, 11:59pm MST |
| January 1, 2027, 12:00am MST | April 30, 2027, 11:59pm MDT |
| May 1, 2027, 12:00am MDT | May 21, 2027, 7:45am MDT |
Half Marathon
The half marathon course is fast, scenic and fun! Half marathoners will run the first 13 miles with the marathoners providing more runner camaraderie and excitement on course. Easy viewing and cheering from from friends and family in Depot Park with the start/finish in the same area as the post-race celebration.
Open to ages 12 - 99.
- Start Time:
- 8:00am MDT
- End Time:
- 12:00pm MDT
- Registration:
- Registration Opens July 1, 2026 at 12:01am MDT
- Price:
- $60.00 Race Fee + $4.60 SignUp Fee
- Registration:
- Price increases after July 5, 2026 at 11:59pm MDT
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending |
|---|---|
| July 1, 2026, 12:01am MDT | July 5, 2026, 11:59pm MDT |
| July 6, 2026, 12:00am MDT | December 31, 2026, 11:59pm MST |
| January 1, 2027, 12:00am MST | April 30, 2027, 11:59pm MDT |
| May 1, 2027, 12:00am MDT | May 20, 2027, 7:45am MDT |
The Wave 5K
The 5K provides people with all capabilities the opportunity to enjoy one of Whitefish's biggest running events. Enjoy the Opening Ceremonies and finish area celebration together with the half marathon and marathoners. Walker and stroller friendly so everyone is included! Make us your first race. Strollers are allowed in the 5K
Open to ages 5 - 99.
- Start Time:
- 8:00am MDT
- End Time:
- 10:00am MDT
- Registration:
- Registration Opens July 1, 2026 at 12:01am MDT
- Price:
- $30.00 Race Fee + $2.80 SignUp Fee
- Registration:
- Price increases after July 5, 2026 at 11:59pm MDT
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending |
|---|---|
| July 1, 2026, 12:01am MDT | July 5, 2026, 11:59pm MDT |
| July 6, 2026, 12:00am MDT | December 31, 2026, 11:59pm MST |
| January 1, 2027, 12:00am MST | April 30, 2027, 11:59pm MDT |
| May 1, 2027, 12:00am MDT | May 20, 2027, 7:45am MDT |
Age Based Discounts for The Wave 5K
| Registration Starting | Registration Ending | Age | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 14, 2026, 12:00am MDT | May 22, 2027, 11:59pm MDT | 5 - 10 | $25.00 Race Fee + $2.50 SignUp Fee |
Age based discounts are automatically applied at checkout.
This is a service fee for processing your registration. This may be slightly higher or lower per registrant than the amount shown here.
