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56th Annual Swedish Days Ride

Date
June 14, 2026
Distance
56th Annual Swedish Days Ride
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From the Organizer

We are excited to have you join us for our 
56th Annual Swedish Days Ride

Registration is OPEN!

This is a cashless event.  Please be prepared to pay with a credit card for day of registration.

New redesigned jersey is available now.  Order here:  https://via.primalcustom.com/collections/ts-16512

We look forward to growing our tradition to 1000 riders this year
As a reminder all net profits go to support local biking organizations and charities.

The Swedish Days Ride is the premier cycling event in Northern Illinois and the signature event of the Fox Valley Bicycle & Ski Club (FVBSC). Now in its 56th year, the Swedish Days Ride travels the quiet, scenic and relatively flat paved roads of rural Kane, Kendall and DeKalb counties, meandering through cornfields and through shaded thoroughfares. 

The Swedish Days Ride offers six routes ranging from 12 miles to the iconic Double Metric Century (133 miles), providing a “just right” distance for cycling families to competitive athletes. This year you can also create your own ride by combining colored loops.

The ride is fully supported with one centralized rest stop boasting AC/indoor facilities stocked with nutritional items, onsite morning emergency mechanical support and bicycle supplies, and roaming SAG patrol vehicles. With over 75 helpful volunteers, the Swedish Days Ride provides a superior riding experience to our goal of 1000 guests this year.

FVBSC donates all of the proceeds from this event to support organizations promoting safe cycling, education, advocacy, infrastructure development and cycling for people with disabilities, such as the Ride Illinois, Rails to Trails, Project Mobility, Easter Seals (bikes for kids) and Open Door. Our event has no affiliation with the Geneva Chamber of Commerce’s Swedish Days Festival.

Ride is rain or shine.  Sales are final with no refunds.

Events

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Weather

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

81°

Typical Low

58°

Chance of Rain

42%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Chicago Aurora Muni Ap, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:19 AMSunset 8:31 PMDaylight 15h 11m

Host City

About Sugar Grove, IL

Population

9,233

as of 2023

Elevation

711 ft

Nearest Airport

ORD

Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 31 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 56th Annual Swedish Days Ride, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

6

Days to train

Race
56th Annual Swedish Days Ride
Date
June 14, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the 56th Annual Swedish Days Ride?
56th Annual Swedish Days Ride is a running race held in Sugar Grove, Illinois on June 14, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the 56th Annual Swedish Days Ride?
Sunday, June 14, 2026 in Sugar Grove, Illinois at Harter Middle School, Sugar Grove, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the 56th Annual Swedish Days Ride?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

56th Annual Swedish Days Ride

Jun 14, 2026

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