In 195 days · Sat, May 15, 2027
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When
Saturday, May 15th, 2027
Where
Collins Field, Stoughton WI
Distances
Half · 5K
Typical weather
49–68°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2026
52–76°F
dry
2025
60–89°F
dry
2024
46–71°F
dry
2023
42–68°F
dry
2022
59–72°F
dry
2021
52–61°F
dry
2020
53–70°F
rain
2019
45–72°F
dry
2018
55–74°F
rain
2017
48–77°F
dry
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About this race
Join in our 55-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.
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. Please note that the Half Marathon course has a 5-hour time limit.
Price increases for Half Marathon Run and Walk and 5K Run on December 1st, March 1st, April 21st, day-before, and day-of!
Our medals will once again feature the Helm of Awe, a powerful symbol from Norse mythology.
The Helm of Awe
I wore before the sons of men
In defense of my treasure;
Amongst all, I alone was strong,
I thought to myself,
For I found no power a match for my own. - The Poetic Edda. Fáfnismál, stanza 16 translated
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. Please note that the Half Marathon course has a 5-hour time limit.
Please note registrations after April 20th are not guaranteed a race shirt. A limited number of extra shirts will be available for those registered after April 20th.
Price increases for Half Marathon Run and Walk and 5K Run on December 1st, March 1st, April 21st, day-before, and day-of!
Our medals will once again feature the Helm of Awe, a powerful symbol from Norse mythology.
The Helm of Awe
I wore before the sons of men
In defense of my treasure;
Amongst all, I alone was strong,
I thought to myself,
For I found no power a match for my own. - The Poetic Edda. Fáfnismál, stanza 16 translated
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