In 57 days · Sun, Oct 4, 2026
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When
Sunday, October 4th, 2026
Where
1 Cunningham Sq, Providence RI
Distance
5K
Typical weather
54–68°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
52–75°F
dry
2024
54–69°F
dry
2023
59–81°F
dry
2022
52–57°F
rain
2021
58–62°F
rain
2020
46–66°F
dry
2019
48–62°F
dry
2018
59–70°F
dry
2017
52–74°F
dry
2016
53–64°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
- Event Date: October 3, 2026
- Location: 1 Cunningham Sq, Providence, RI
- Official Website: Providence College Friar 5K
- Course: USA Track and Field-sanctioned 3.1-mile course around the Providence College campus
Participation Details
- Who Can Join: Students, alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and the public
- Registration: Sign up as an individual or as a team
- Pre-registration: Highly recommended: includes a free cotton race t-shirt
- Walk-ins: Available on Saturday morning, but arrive early for same-day registration
T-shirts and Additional Information
- T-shirt Sizes: On a first come, first serve basis for pre-registrants
- Weather: The race will take place rain or shine!
- Children Participation: Children under 12 can accompany a parent or guardian for the 5K
- Fun Run: Recommended participation for children under 12 at 2:00 p.m. on Ray Traecy Track
Special Thanks
- Sponsor: Thank you to our headline sponsor Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
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