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Syttende Mai Classic Run/Walk

Name: Syttende Mai Classic Run/Walk
Start: 2026-05-16
End: 2026-05-16
Location: Stoughton, Wisconsin

location_city Stoughton

location_on Wisconsin

flag United States

calendar_today 16 May, 2026

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About the Event

Join in our 54-year tradition with a run for everyone! The Syttende Mai Classic returns to Anderson Complex at Stoughton High School with our Half Marathon Run and Walk, 5K Run, and 2-Mile Lil' Run.

In 2025, our Half Marathon Run and Walk and 5K Run SOLD OUT! Don't miss out on your chance to challenge yourself as you take the scenic route through Stoughton.

Anderson Complex offers participants and spectators expanded parking, concessions, bleachers, restrooms, and space for post-race celebration. Plus after the race, don't forget to check out our Arts and Crafts Fair and food offerings from Stoughton's very own Norwegian Dancers.

The Half Marathon Run and Walk and 5K Run are timed; the Lil' Run is not.

Price increases for Half Marathon Run and Walk and 5K Run on December 1st, March 1st, April 22nd, day-before, and day-of!

Races Offered

Half Marathon Run

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

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Type — Road running

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07:30

Half Marathon Walk

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 13.1 Miles

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Type — Road running

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07:30

5K

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

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Type — Road running

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07:55

'Lil Run (Untimed 2 Mile Run)

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 2 Miles

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Type — Road running

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08:00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Stoughton.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 10.7° / 22.3°

wb_sunny 7.7° / 20.2°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 13.0 /

water_drop 64.8%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 10.7° / 22.3°

wb_sunny 7.7° / 20.2°

air 13.0 km/h

water_drop 64.8%

About Stoughton

Stoughton is in Southwest Wisconsin. Stoughton is a lovely town of 13,000 located just 15 miles south of Madison. Founded in 1847 and known for its Norwegian heritage, including the famous Syttende Mai celebration of Norwegian Independence Day on May 17th. Stroll the tree-lined streets of Stoughton's historic neighborhoods and see hundreds of beautiful Victorian-era homes. Explore the community's vibrant Main Street featuring shops and galleries full of art, jewelry, antiques, and collectibles.