PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO overwhelming demand, we are enforcing a strict participant cap for the 1/2 Marathon Run and Walk, and the 5K Run—once the limit is reached, registration will close for these events.

The Syttende Mai Classic is now a Half Marathon Run and Walk, 5K Run, and 2-Mile Lil' Run—all starting and finishing at Anderson Complex, which offers expanded parking, concessions, bleachers, restrooms, and space for post-race celebration.

The Half Marathon and 5K Runs are timed; the Half Marathon Walk and Lil' Run are not. Register by May 1 to get your race shirt—no exceptions.

These updated race distances reflect feedback from participants and professionals. With Half Marathons in high demand, our early-season event offers runners a great way to test their training. The variety of events helps more people join in our 52-year tradition.

This year’s Half-Marathon runners, walkers, and 5k runners will receive a finisher medal with a new design. The design is inspired by one of the most powerful symbols in Norse Mythology, the Helm of Awe, which is referenced in many ancient poems. In these poems, the bearer of the Helm of Awe symbol was gifted invincibility and went into battle sure of victory. 

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