Independence Rhode Race
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Independence Rhode Race : Bristol, Rhode Island
The Independence Rhode Race is a half marathon held in Bristol, Rhode Island on June 27, 2026. The event follows streets in historic downtown Bristol, passes notable sites such as the town common and the America’s Cup Museum, proceeds along the coastline, runs through Roger Williams University, and finishes at Independence Park with views of the Mt. Hope Bridge and Narragansett Bay.
The course includes paved streets and some unpaved shell paths along the water. The half marathon has a course limit of 3.5 hours; an early start option is available for runners who require more time. Pace groups will be led by Rhode Island Road Runners at a range of target finish times.
Aid stations are placed throughout the course and will supply water, electrolyte drink, GU energy gels, bananas, and port-a-potties. Live runner tracking is available through the RaceJoy mobile app when activated before the race.
A new two-person relay option divides the course into two legs with an exchange at Roger Williams University. Teams may register as All Male, All Female, or Co-Ed. Race amenities include gender- and race-specific tech shirts, finisher medals for half marathon participants, free race photos, a post-race festival by the water with a recovery zone and free post-race massages, and an official after-party at Pivotal Brewing. Awards are distributed by open and age-group categories and for relay teams. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
