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Rhode Island Walking Events Calendar 2026-2027
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Explore the best walking events in Rhode Island for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 27 great walks across the region. Find your next walk in Rhode Island below and join the walking community at these great events!
July 2026
Walkers can choose coastal road distances of 5K or 10K on routes around Roger Wheeler State Beach, Narragansett RI. The courses run along the coast and are offered alongside the running races.
Walkers follow the scenic, tree lined Blackstone Boulevard walking path in Providence for a 5K community walk. Participation is free and the event welcomes walkers alongside the running races, offering a family friendly route suitable for all fit..
Walkers can choose the 10 Miles walk starting at Narragansett Pier Middle School on a scenic course in Narragansett. Entry is limited to 4000 participants; walkers must remain walking or face disqualification and there are no refunds.
Walkers can take the 1 Mile course at Max Read Field on Pleasant Street in Pawtucket, RI alongside the 5K and kids races. On-site packet pickup is available at Marathon Sports in Providence Place with the first two hours of parking free.
August 2026
Walkers have a 2 mile Fun Run/Walk starting at Narragansett Middle School in Narragansett RI on a scenic waterfront course with panoramic ocean views. Packet pick up and on site registration are at the school and post race refreshments and restro..
Walkers can take the timed 4 miles across the Pell Bridge with sweeping views from Jamestown to Newport. The course is open to all ages and speeds and runs alongside the races, with proceeds supporting local not for profits.
September 2026
A 5K run/walk at Colt State Park in Bristol with electronic BiBTag timing via MyLaps. Wheelchairs and strollers are welcome, children 12 and under are free, military and first responder registrants get a $5 discount and all participants receive m..
Open to walkers, the 5K starts and finishes at University Orthopedics Kettle Point campus in East Providence and follows the East Bay Bike Path with waterside Providence skyline views. The timed road course has one water station at mile 1.5 and o..
Walkers can join the in person Downtown 5K or the virtual Downtown 5K run walk, both starting on Memorial Blvd in downtown Providence. Baby strollers are allowed for walkers only and walkers will line up at the back for the 5K start.
Walkers can join the 5k walk of 3.1 Miles starting and ending at Vigilant Brewing in Bristol (44 Ballou Blvd), near Vigilant's parking lot. The event is family and pet friendly, children 12 and under are free, with post walk family activities, mu..
Walkers can complete 3.1 miles by doing three loops on a mixed terrain scenic course that starts and ends at Yip Field in Central Falls. Parking is a short distance away, dogs and baby carriages are not allowed, and walkers receive a t shirt and..
October 2026
Walkers may take part in a 5K or a 1 mile fun course through Barrington streets and fields, with bib pickup at Barrington Christian Academy, 9 Old County Rd. Race day registration is available but no cash is accepted.
Walkers can enjoy a scenic 5K trail through the beautiful Ryan Park in North Kingstown, RI. The event is open to all ages and levels, with a race day t shirt for registrations before September 14 and medals for top finishers.
Walkers follow a scenic flat 10 km course from Pt. Judith Lighthouse along Ocean Road to Narragansett Town Beach. The point to point course requires using assigned shuttles or being dropped off at the start.
Walkers can complete a 5K (3.1 miles) starting at the RI Statehouse in Providence, alongside the running race. Registration is free and funds raised support cancer patients in the community.
Walker options include a 5K through Roger Williams Park that starts and ends at Carousel Village, and a kids 1 mile route that parents may run or walk with. All participants receive an event T Shirt; the 5K is for ages 13 and up and the k..
Walkers can choose the 5K (3.1 miles) or 10K (6.2 miles) course, starting and finishing in historic Foster Center. The route follows quiet country roads past historic sites, meadows and farmland and is dog and stroller friendly with free park..
Walkers use the 3.1 Miles course that starts and ends at EPFD Station 3 at 30 N Broadway in Rumford, RI and follows neighborhood roads. Registration includes a T shirt and there will be DJ entertainment and post race refreshments and costumes are..
Walkers follow a downtown Providence route from Water Street covering 3.1 Miles, including a RIPTA bus tunnel. A kids dash about 1/4 mile for ages 12 and under allows walkers; strollers start in back and no pets are allowed.