When
Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Where
Pierce Memorial Stadium, East Providence RI
Distances
Half · 5K
About this race
Race Registration
- Online Registration: Online registration is now CLOSED. Race day registration will open at 6:15am on Sunday, May 17th, at Pierce Stadium in East Providence, RI.
- Arrival Time: If you plan to register on race morning, please arrive ONE HOUR before the race starts at 7:30am.
- Event Date: The Rhode Island Half Marathon and 5K is BACK and set for Sunday, May 17th, 2026.
Event Overview
- Course Options: Choose from either the half marathon or 5K, offering scenic views of Narragansett Bay and the iconic Providence skyline along the East Bay Bike Path.
- Course Certification: Both courses are USATF-certified, conveniently starting and finishing at Pierce Memorial Stadium in East Providence, RI.
- Participant Cap: The Rhode Island Half Marathon will be capped at 2,000 participants: a waitlist will be opened once sold out.
Participant Benefits
- Race T-Shirt: A Brooks technical race t-shirt.
- Finisher's Medal: Event-specific finisher's medal for all race participants.
- Culinary Treats: A FREE Chair 2 beer (21+) and a breakfast sandwich at the Post-Race Party.
- Live Entertainment: Live music courtesy of All Over Band at Pierce Stadium.
Course Certifications
- Half Marathon: USATF Certification number: RI25003JK.
- 5K: USATF Certification number: RI25004JK.
- Course Maps: CLICK HERE to View the Rhode Island Half Marathon Course via Mapmyrun.
- 5K Course: 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.
- Location: Pierce Memorial Stadium, 201 Mercer St, East Providence, RI 02914.
- Note: Races will start together: 5K runners will turn onto the East Bay Bike Path.
Half Marathon Pace Groups
- Pace Times: Groups for 1:45, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, and 3:00 finishing times.
- Joining Groups: No sign up required: meet your Pace Lead on race morning.
- Find Pacers: Meet at the start line at least 15 minutes before the race begins for instructions.
Online Entry Fees
- 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.
- Chip Timing: All participants will be chip-timed: the time limit for the half marathon is 3.5 hours.
Packet Pickup Information
- Pre-Race Packet Pickup: Saturday, May 9th, 2026 // 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Marathon Sports, Providence Place.
- Race Day Packet Pickup: Sunday, May 17th, 2026 starting at 6:15am at Pierce Memorial Stadium.
- Parking: Available at stadium lots and street parking is allowed. Do not park where cones are placed on the course.
Bag Drop
- Location: A bag drop tent will be near the finish line: drop your bag before heading to the start line.
- Honor System: The bag check operates under the honor system: no tickets will be provided.
- Pick Up: Remember to pick up your bag immediately after the race: bag check closes at 11AM.
Prize Structure
- Overall Awards: Winners based on gun time: age group winners based on chip time.
- Individual Awards: Top 3 Overall, Women/Men/Non-Binary: age group winners from Under 19 to 70+.
- Team Awards: Top Family and Friends Team: must use the online system for entries: awards based on chip times.
More Information
- Event URL: For more details, visit Rhode Island Half Marathon & 5K.
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