Capital City Stampede 10K Road Race
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Capital City Stampede 10K Road Race & 5k Power Walk
The Capital City Stampede is a downtown Montpelier running and walking event held on June 6, 2026. It features two main distances:
- 10 km road race
- 5 km power walk
The 10 km course is described as relatively flat and is roughly half paved and half dirt road. The out-and-back route crosses in front of the Vermont State House, follows the Montpelier Bike Path, and includes a short loop through the Montpelier High School grounds. Power walkers turn around at approximately 1.55 miles; 10 km runners continue to a further turnaround off Junction Road.
Registration fees vary by date. 10 km entry fees are $25 through May 27, $30 May 28 to June 4, and $35 on race day. 5 km power walk fees are $10 through May 27, $15 May 28 to June 4, and $20 on race day. Online registrations receive automatic age discounts for ages 10 to 19 and 65 to 99. Runners age 50 and up are automatically dual registered for Vermont Senior Games eligibility at no extra cost.
Logistics: bib pickup and race day registration are on Langdon Street adjacent to the start and finish. Designated portalets are in the parking lot beside 11 East State Street. Indoor bathrooms are available in the City Center Common Space at 89 Main Street, adjacent to Onion River Outdoors. On-street parking may require extra time. Due to street use and insurance requirements, headphones and strollers are not allowed.
Awards and championships: Onion River Outdoors gift certificates go to first female, male, and nonbinary finishers in five-year age groups for the 10 km. The 10 km also serves as the Vermont Senior Games 10 km state championship for ages 50 and up. The 5 km power walk is the VSGA state championship for 2026 with VSGA medals awarded by age group. A suggested time limit for the 10 km is 1 hour 30 minutes; participants with an expected pace slower than 15 minutes per mile are encouraged to consider the 5 km power walk. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
