Independence Rhode Race

Independence Rhode Race

The Independence Rhode Race is a half marathon held in Bristol, Rhode Island on June 27, 2026. The course runs through historic Thames Street and the town common, passes the America’s Cup Museum, follows part of the Fourth of July parade route, and continues along the coastline and through Roger Williams University before finishing at Independence Park with views of the Mt. Hope Bridge and Narragansett Bay.

• Distances
• Half marathon
• Two-person relay with legs of 7.5 miles and 5.6 miles

Parts of the course are unpaved and include shell paths along the water. The half marathon has a course limit of 3.5 hours; an early start option is available for participants who need more time. Pace groups will be provided by Rhode Island Road Runners with pacers for a range of target finish times, including 1:40, 1:45, 1:50, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45 and 3:00.

Aid stations and medical support are located throughout the course; some stations offer GU Energy gels, Nuun electrolyte drink and bananas. Port-a-potties are available at every aid station. Race amenities include gender and race specific tech shirts, finisher medals, free race photos, live runner tracking via the RaceJoy app, a post-race festival along the water with recovery services and free post-race massages, and an after-party at a local brewery that offers a free beverage with bib. The event is R.I. Department of Environmental Management Green-Certified. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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