Rhode Island Half Marathon
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Rhode Island Half Marathon & 5K - Run Rhody
The Rhode Island Half Marathon and 5K take place in East Providence, Rhode Island on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Both races start and finish at Pierce Memorial Stadium and use USATF-certified courses. The half marathon and 5K follow sections of Veterans Memorial Parkway and the East Bay Bike Path, offering views of Narragansett Bay and the Providence skyline.
Distances
- Half marathon (USATF-certified)
- 5K (USATF-certified)
The half marathon field is capped at 2,000 participants and has a 3.5 hour time limit. All participants are chip-timed. Pace groups are organized by Marathon Sports with six target finishing times: 1:45, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, and 3:00; joining a pace group does not require pre-registration.
Event services include a bag drop near the finish (operating under the honor system), race-number packet pickup on select dates at Marathon Sports in Providence Place, and race day packet pickup at Pierce Memorial Stadium. Competitors receive a BROOKS RUNNING technical race shirt when available and a 2026 finisher’s medal. The event offers a post-race party at the finish area with live music, a beer garden, and food trucks. The half marathon will be limited to the stated field size; a waitlist may open if slots become available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
