NCYMCA's Pie Run

Race Overview

Each year, the Newport County YMCA hosts the annual Pie Run on Thanksgiving Day. This USATF sanctioned race, originally founded in 1985 by the Newport Running Club, collects food donations for the MLK Community Center as well as raises necessary funds for the Y's Community Support Campaign. Typically, this beloved annual event draws over 2,000 walkers and runners who gather at the Newport County YMCA parking lot. This year, the Y is again offering a LIVE/IN-PERSON or VIRTUAL option, opening the event so that ALL members of our Y community can participate in a way that works for them!

Community Impact

“Every year, we are so grateful to all our Pie Run participants as well as volunteers. This holiday tradition brings our community together while honoring the Y’s core values of health and wellness and social responsibility. The success of the event enables us to help those in our community with life-changing programs and Y scholarships. We are so thrilled that once again, Saccucci Honda will be our Premier Sponsor as we hit the road once more!” Mike Miller, CEO at the Newport County YMCA.

Registration Information

• Deadline: Please be sure to register by November 1st to guarantee your Pie Run t-shirt!
• Online Registration: No on site registration on day of race - REGISTER ONLINE or ON YOUR DEVICE up to 7:45am on 11/26/26
• Timing: 5 Mile race is chip timed, 3 Mile race is NOT timed
• Start Time: Race begins at 8:30am
• Arrival: Arrive for race by 7:15am if you have NOT already picked up your bib and by 7:45am if you have ALREADY picked up your bib.
• Course: The course is dog & stroller friendly
• Facilities: Parking and restrooms will be available

Donation Information

Donations will be collected at Bib Pickup for non-perishable food donations for the MLK Center as well as coat donations for area organizations in need. The Coat Drive is presented and run by the Island Interact Leadership Club sponsored by the local Rotary Club and NCYMCA.

Packing Information

Don't Stand Out in the Cold: Pick up your T-shirt & Bib Before Race Day!

Location

792 Valley Rd, Middletown, RI 02842

Bib Pickup Times

• Monday, 11/23: 12pm-4pm
• Tuesday, 11/24: 11am - 5pm
• Wednesday, 11/25: 9am - 4pm

More Information

For detailed information about the race, please visit the official website: NCYMCA Thanksgiving Day Pie Run.