Good morning, Helena.

The Helena Sun Run this weekend is set to finish raising funds for solar panels at Helena Food Share that will supply a third of the building’s yearly energy — about 100 participants are registered to run, bike, or walk with registration opening at 9:30 a.m. outside the facility.

7 Brew, an Arkansas-based drive-thru chain that sells coffee, smoothies, energy drinks and lemonades, will open Helena’s first location in early-to-mid December — offering local residents a new spot for their favorite drinks.

Quench Elixir House had its grand opening Saturday in Helena—specializing in juices, teas, mocktails and smoothie bowls.

Helena’s Cathedral restoration work, completed over the past few years after wind damage, is now internationally recognized as Durable Slate and Restoration Companies was named finalist for the IFD Award—demonstrating their use of period-accurate techniques on the century-old steeple roofs.

Helena area high school students learned new trade skills at the Digger Days event on Monday as they explored heavy machinery, concrete work, framing, and plumbing under the guidance of Tactics Montana and local sponsors — over 100 students gained rare hands-on experience with equipment not normally seen in their school labs.

Helena City Manager Tim Burton announced Tuesday that he will retire at the end of the year—he said he wants more time with his family and the city will soon begin searching for his replacement.

Downtown Helena turns pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month as survivor Robyn Lund leads a weeklong event to honor survivors, support those fighting breast cancer, and educate locals with free resources — the celebration builds community awareness.

Two Helena women from Last Chance Curling Club and two Billings women from Billings Curling Club will represent Montana at the national curling championship in Las Vegas from October 14th to 19th.

This marks the first time a Montana team competes since the event began in 2013—and the team is excited after bonding during a recent practice in Denver.

Helena's Spring Art Walk

Helena's Spring Art Walk: Visit 100+ artists in-person, on display at more than 40 business hosts from 4 - 8pm. Start by picking up your map at Omerta Arts to win prizes, see two great new exhibitions, real artist studios, live music, BBQ + ice cream, then shuttle to the library and wander back (800 Front St.)

Beverages with Ben

Join Ben Rigby, candidate for Helena City Commission, for a relaxed conversation over coffee at Scenic Brew on October 2nd, 9-10:30am. No agenda, just an open space to share your thoughts, ideas, and concerns about Helena.

Helena Sun Run

10:00 – 11:30 AM — Smith Elementary School — Registration required — Participate in a timed 5K run or an untimed 1-mile fun run to support clean energy efforts.

The Rat Pack in Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Tickets required — Step back into the glam of 1960's Las Vegas with the iconic sounds of Frank, Sammy, and Dean.

MT Violent Crime Investigators Association 2025 Annual Conference

8 a.m.-5 p.m. — Delta Hotels Helena Colonial — $225.00 — Explore crucial investigative tools and techniques at this informative conference featuring expert case reviews.

Mania - The ABBA Tribute

7:30-9 p.m. — Helena Civic Center — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience a dazzling tribute to ABBA with a show that's toured the globe.

Live Standup Comedy with Rodney Norman

8-9:30 p.m. — Algeria Shrine Temple — Refunds available up to 7 days before the event — Experience the hilarious insights of Rodney Norman as he closes out the Helena Comedy Festival.

PVP 'I Was There' Film Workshop

5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. — Carroll College — Free entry — Discover filmmaking with fellow veterans and connect with the community in this therapeutic workshop.

Just for the Helena of It

8 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Spring Meadow Lake State Park — Varies by distance — Enjoy a family-friendly run with options for everyone in the scenic capital of Montana.

Haunted Helena Trolley Tour

5:15 p.m. — Mt Ascension Gastropub — Cost Info — Explore the chilling heart of Helena’s haunted past aboard an authentic trolley.

Mary Roach Live in Helena

7-9 p.m. — St Paul's United Methodist Church — Free entry — Experience the wit and insights of bestselling author Mary Roach in a lively evening event.