Independence Rhode Race
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Independence Rhode Race
The Independence Rhode Race takes place in Bristol, Rhode Island on Saturday, June 27, 2026. The event program includes the following events:
- Half Marathon
- 2 Person Relay (first leg 7.5 miles; exchange at Roger Williams University; second leg 5.6 miles)
- Virtual Half Marathon
The half marathon course runs through downtown Bristol, past historic homes, the town common and the America’s Cup Museum, follows part of the Fourth of July parade route, continues along the coastline and through Roger Williams University, and finishes along the water at Independence Park with views of the Mt. Hope Bridge and Narragansett Bay. Parts of the course are unpaved and include shell paths along the water. The event is R.I. Department of Environmental Management Green-Certified.
Support on course includes aid stations with water, GU Energy gels, Nuun electrolyte drink and bananas; port-a-potties are provided at every aid station. Pace groups are offered with target half marathon times of 1:40, 1:45, 1:50, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45 and 3:00. Course limit for the half marathon is 3.5 hours; an early start option is available for participants who need additional time. Race amenities include event tech shirts and finisher medals, free post-event photos, live participant tracking via RaceJoy, a post-race recovery zone with complimentary massages, and an official after-party at Pivotal Brewing that provides a race-day complimentary beverage to participants presenting their bib. Awards are distributed by category and must be picked up in person. The organizer’s policy states no refunds; events may be canceled if conditions are unsafe. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
