Here are some events going on around the Helena area from May 7th through May 14th.
SPRING ART WALK
Friday, May 8th, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Downtown Helena
Downtown Helena will transform into an open-air gallery this Friday when the Spring Artwalk returns from 4 to 8 p.m. Local businesses will serve as gallery spaces for artists during the free, public event hosted by Omerta Arts. Visitors can park downtown and walk between participating businesses, which will have extended hours for the occasion.
DON'T FENCE ME IN TRAIL RUN
Saturday, May 9th, from 6:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Cruse Street, Helena
The Don't Fence Me In Trail Run, hosted by the Prickly Pear Land Trust, kicks off at 6 a.m. at Cruse Street in downtown Helena. Runners and outdoor enthusiasts can choose from several race distances, including a 25K, 50K, 12K, or 5K. Those who prefer a more relaxed pace can hike the 12K or 5K, and a dog walk option is also available. Not all races begin at 6 a.m. Here is the full schedule of races and activities.
6:00 a.m. Packet Pick-up for 50K participants only
7:00 a.m. 50K Race start
7:00 a.m. Packet Pick-up for 25K participants only
8:00 a.m. 25K Race start
8:00 a.m. Packet Pick-up for 12K & 5K participants
9:00 a.m. Music by DJ Anatomy
10:00 a.m. 12K Race start
10:00 a.m. 12K Hike start
10:30 a.m. 5K Race start
11:00 a.m. 5K Dog Walk start
11:15 a.m. Beer garden opens
12:00 pm. Awards ceremony
12:30 p.m. Music by The Ferrell Hogs
3:15 p.m. Beer sales and live music end
To sign up for races, visit this link.
POTS AND PLANTS MARKET
Saturday, May 9th, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Archie Bray
The Archie Bray Foundation will host the Pots and Plants Market. The market offers planters, vases, and other items that could serve as Mother's Day gifts. Food from Helena Blissful Berry Bowls and coffee from The Jitterbug will also be available.
