Rhode Island Half Marathon & 5K

Race Overview

The Rhode Island Half Marathon and 5K is BACK and set for Sunday, May 16th, 2027.

• Race Options: Choose from either the half marathon or 5K.
• Scenic Views: Enjoy scenic views of Narragansett Bay and the iconic Providence skyline along the East Bay Bike Path.
• Course Certification: Both courses are USATF-certified.
• Start/Finish Location: Race starts and finishes at Pierce Memorial Stadium in East Providence, RI.

Participant Perks

• Finisher's Medal: Event-specific finisher's medal for all race participants.
• Course Options: Choose from scenic, coastal half marathon or 5K courses.
• Post-Race Party: A FREE Chair 2 beer (21+) and a FREE breakfast sandwich for all participants.

Field and Course Limitations

• Half Marathon Cap: Capped at 2,000 participants with a course limit of 3.5 hours.
• 5K Cap: Capped at 1,500 participants.
• Waitlist: A waitlist will open once fields are sold out.

Course Certifications

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

• Half Marathon Certification: RI25003JK
• 5K Certification: RI25004JK
• Half Marathon Course Map: CLICK HERE
• 5K Course Map: CLICK HERE

Event Information

• Date: Sunday, May 16th, 2027
• Start Times: Half Marathon Start Time: 7:30 AM // 5K Start Time: 7:30 AM
• Start 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 off of Veteran’s Memorial Parkway.

Half Marathon Pace Groups

• Pacers: The experienced team at Marathon Sports will lead six pace groups.
• Available Pace Times: 1:45, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, and 3:00.
• Joining: No signup required: just meet your Pace Lead on race morning.
• Meet Pacers: Head to the start line 15 minutes before the race: Pacers will have signs with finishing times.

Online Entry Fees

• Half Marathon Fees: $75 to 12/31/2026: $80 1/1/2027 to 2/28/2027: $85 3/1/2027 to 3/31/2027: $90 4/1/2027 to 5/15/2027: $100 Walk Up Registration Race Weekend.
• Time Limit: 3.5 hours for the half marathon: chip-timed.
• 5K Fees: $34 to 12/31/2026: $36 1/1/2027 to 2/28/2027: $38 3/1/2027 to 3/31/2027: $40 4/1/2027 to 5/15/2027: $45 Walk Up Registration Race Weekend.
• Safety Note: No pets allowed, and strollers should start at the back.

Packet Pickup Information

• Pre-Race Packet Pickup: Saturday, May 8th, 2027, at Marathon Sports from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Race Week Pickup: May 14th and 15th, 2027, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
• Race Day Pickup: Begins at 6:15 AM on race day, May 16th, 2027.

Bag Drop

There will be a bag drop at a labeled tent near the finish line. You can drop your bag in the fenced-off area before you proceed to the start line. Remember to pick up your bag immediately after you finish running. Bag check closes at 11 AM.

Prize Structure

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

• Individual Awards: Overall winners based on gun time: age group winners based on chip time.
• Winners: Top 3 Overall for Women/Men/Non-Binary: multiple age brackets (Under 19, 20-29, 30-39, etc.).
• Team Awards: Top Family and Friends Team (unlimited entries: top 3 score).

Entry fee for team awards is the same as individual fees shown above.