Independence Rhode Race
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Independence Rhode Race, Bristol, RI
The Independence Rhode Race takes place in Bristol, Rhode Island on Saturday, June 27, 2026. The event is organized in partnership with the Bristol Fourth of July Committee and is scheduled during the town's Oldest 4th of July Celebration.
The half marathon course runs through downtown Bristol past historic homes, the town common and the America's Cup Museum, then follows scenic coastline and the coastal pedestrian path at Roger Williams University. The finish area is along the water at Independence Park with views of the Mt. Hope Bridge and Narragansett Bay. Parts of the course are unpaved and include some shell paths.
Distances
- Half marathon
- Two person relay with 7.5 mile and 5.6 mile legs
The half marathon has a 3.5 hour course limit and an early start option is available for participants who need more time. Pace groups are provided by Rhode Island Road Runners with pacers for times from 1:40 up to 3:00. Aid stations are available along the course and some will offer GU Energy gels, Nuun electrolyte drink and bananas; port-a-potties are at every aid station.
Event amenities include gender and race specific tech shirts, finisher medals, free race photos, live athlete tracking via the RaceJoy app, a recovery zone with free post-race massages, and an on-course after-party at a local brewery. Awards are offered by open and age-group categories and for relay team placements. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
