The Swede Stampede takes place on Wednesday, July 3rd in the beautiful Oakland City Park and surrounding side streets, as part of the city Party in the Park festivities and firework display. The Oakland City pool will also be open for a post 5k dip.

Participants can expect friendly small-town atmosphere, paved surfaces, a challenging hill, t-shirt and medals to division winners.

Packet pick-up will take place from 6:30-7pm the evening of the race at the Oakland-Craig Athletic Complex on the west side of the park. The race will start promptly at 7:10pm. Early registrations guarantee a t-shirt. T-shirts may not be guaranteed for late registration.

1st Place Medals will be awarded for this chip-timed event, and pictures will be taken at the finish line to the winners of each category. Parking is available along sides of streets within the park, and some grassy areas near the athletic complex.