Rhode Island Half Marathon
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Rhode Island Half Marathon and 5K
The Rhode Island Half Marathon and 5K take place on May 16, 2027, with a start and finish at Pierce Memorial Stadium in East Providence, RI. Runners follow USATF certified courses that include scenic views of Narragansett Bay and the Providence skyline along the East Bay Bike Path.
Distances:
- 13.1 Miles
- 5K
All race participants receive an event specific finisher's medal. The event includes a post race party with a free breakfast sandwich and a complimentary Chair 2 beer for participants aged 21 and over. Both the half marathon and 5K are chip timed. The half marathon field is capped at 2,000 participants and has a course time limit of 3.5 hours. The 5K field is capped at 1,500 participants. If fields sell out, a waitlist will be opened.
Pace groups are offered for the half marathon with target finishing times of 1:45, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, and 3:00. Packet pickup is available on selected days at Marathon Sports in Providence Place and on race day at Pierce Memorial Stadium beginning early morning. A bag drop will operate near the finish under an honor system and bag check closes at 11:00 AM. Prize awards are given to overall and age group finishers and team awards are based on chip times. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
