Rhode Island Half Marathon & 5K

Race Overview

The Rhode Island Half Marathon and 5K is BACK and set for Sunday, May 17th, 2026.

Choose from either the half marathon or 5K, which offer some of the best views in Rhode Island, including scenic views of Narragansett Bay and the iconic Providence skyline along the East Bay Bike Path. Both USATF-certified courses conveniently start and finish at Pierce Memorial Stadium in East Providence, RI.

The Rhode Island Half Marathon will be capped at 2,000 participants. Once the field is sold out, a waitlist will be opened in the event more slots become available.

Participant Amenities

• Brooks T-Shirt: A Brooks technical race t-shirt
• Finisher's Medal: Event-specific Finisher's Medal for all race participants
• Scenic Courses: Choose from scenic, coastal and USATF-certified half marathon or 5K courses
• Post-Race Party: A FREE Chair 2 beer (21+) and a FREE breakfast sandwich
• Live Music: Live music courtesy of All Over Band at Pierce Stadium
• Stretching: Free post-race stretching from Pappas OPT

Course Certifications

The Rhode Island Half Marathon and the Rhode Island 5k are USATF certified.

• Half Marathon Certification: USATF Certification number: RI25003JK
• 5K Certification: USATF Certification number: RI25004JK
• Course Maps: CLICK HERE to View the Rhode Island Half Marathon Course via Mapmyrun
• Course Maps: CLICK HERE to View the Rhode Island 5K Course via Mapmyrun

Event Information

• Date: Sunday, May 17th, 2026
• Start Times: Half Marathon Start Time: 7:30 AM // 5K Start Time: 7:30am
• Start Location: Pierce Memorial Stadium, 201 Mercer St, East Providence, RI 02914
• Race Day Note: Races will start together and 5K Runners will turn onto the East Bay Bike Path off of Veteran’s Memorial Parkway

Half Marathon Pace Groups

The Pacers from the experienced team at Marathon Sports will be leading six groups in the RI Half Marathon. Full details can be found below.

• Pace Times: We will have pace groups for the following finishing times: 1:45, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, and 3:00.
• Joining Pace Groups: Sign up is not required to join a Pace Group. Simply meet your Pace Lead on race morning!
• Finding Pacers: Head to the start line at least 15 minutes before the start of the race. Your Pacer will hold up signs with the finishing times printed on them.
• Final Instructions: Five to 10 minutes before the start, your Pace Group Lead will give you their final instructions.

Online Entry Fees

Online registration will close on Saturday, May 16th, 2026 at 7 pm.

• Half Marathon Fees: $75 to 12/31/2025, $80 1/1/2026 to 2/28/2026, $85 3/1/2026 to 4/14/2026, $90 4/15/2026 to 5/17/2026, $100 Walk Up Registration Race Weekend
• 5K Run/Walk Fees: $34 to 12/31/2025, $36 1/1/2026 to 2/28/2026, $38 3/1/2026 to 4/14/2026, $40 4/15/2026 to 5/17/2026, $45 Walk Up Registration Race Weekend
• Time Limit: The time limit for the half marathon is 3.5 hours and the field will be capped at 2,000 participants.
• Safety Note: No refunds. No pets. If you are running or walking with a stroller, we ask that you start in the back for safety purposes.

Packet Pickup Information

We encourage everyone who is able to pick up their race number before race day to make for a stress-free race morning!

• Pre-Race Packet Pickup: Saturday, May 9th, 2026 // 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Location: Marathon Sports, Providence Place, Level One, 1 Providence Place, Providence, RI
• Race Day Packet Pickup: Race day, Sunday May 17th, 2026. Starting at 6:15 am.
• Parking: Parking is available at the stadium parking lots and street parking is allowed on Sunday in East Providence.

Prize Structure

See below for prize structure for the RI Half Marathon & 5K races.

• Individual Awards: Overall winners based on gun time. Age group winners based on chip time.
• Age Group Awards: Winners for various age categories, including under 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.
• Team Awards: Top Family and Friends Team (Unlimited team entries. Top 3 score).
• Team Entry: Entry fee is the same as individual fees. Teams must use the online system for entries.

Registration Link

Register here for the Rhode Island Half Marathon & 5K.