Blessing of the Fleet Road Race/Walk

54th Annual Blessing of the Fleet Road Race/Walk : July 24, 2026

The event is a 10 mile run and a separate 10 mile walk held in Narragansett, Rhode Island, with venue listed as Narragansett Pier Middle School, 235 S Pier Rd, Narragansett, RI 02882. The town has capped participation at 4000 entrants; public safety and the organizing club ask that only registered participants attend.

Distances

• 10 mile in-person run
• 10 mile in-person walk

Registration opens April 1, 2026 and closes July 19, 2026. The registration fee for the listed events is $65. The event is charitable and registration fees are nonrefundable. T-shirt availability is limited to 4000 registrations and sizes are allocated first come, first served. A low-cost event insurance option (under $6) is offered.

The walk is governed by a strict walking rule: participants in the walk who run may be disqualified. The Beer Tent at the associated festival on Friday night will be restricted to attendees aged 21 and over; no exceptions for minors.

Early bib pick-up is scheduled at these locations and dates:

• July 15, 4:00–7:00 PM at Wakefield Running Club, 20 Main Street, Ste B, Belmont Market Plaza, Wakefield, RI
• July 18, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM at Narragansett Pier Middle School, 235 S Pier Rd, Narragansett, RI
• July 22, 4:00–7:00 PM at Wakefield Running Club, 20 Main Street, Ste B, Belmont Market Plaza, Wakefield, RI

The event has sold out early in recent years. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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