14th Annual Fall Foliage 5K & 10K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 17th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Foster, Rhode Island
- Price $18.50 - $33.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Join us for the 14th Annual Fall Foliage 5K & 10K Run/Walk on Saturday, October 17th, 2026, in the charming town of Foster, Providence! This exciting event promises an invigorating experience as participants run or walk through the stunning northwestern Rhode Island countryside, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of fall foliage. The race will begin and end in historic Foster Center, taking you along peaceful country roads that showcase picturesque farmland, historic sites, and pastoral meadows.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day outdoors, the Fall Foliage Run/Walk has something for everyone. Pre-registration is just $30, with special pricing for kids 12 and under at $15. Don't miss the chance to be part of this community celebration—register by October 1st to ensure you receive a race shirt! With plenty of free parking, dog and stroller-friendly options, and exciting prizes, including a $100 gift certificate raffle and awards for top finishers, this is an event you won't want to miss. Lace up your running shoes and get ready to enjoy a beautiful autumn day while supporting the South Foster Volunteer Fire Company!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day outdoors, the Fall Foliage Run/Walk has something for everyone. Pre-registration is just $30, with special pricing for kids 12 and under at $15. Don't miss the chance to be part of this community celebration—register by October 1st to ensure you receive a race shirt! With plenty of free parking, dog and stroller-friendly options, and exciting prizes, including a $100 gift certificate raffle and awards for top finishers, this is an event you won't want to miss. Lace up your running shoes and get ready to enjoy a beautiful autumn day while supporting the South Foster Volunteer Fire Company!
Organiser's Description
THE SOUTH FOSTER VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY PRESENTS:
14TH ANNUAL FALL FOLIAGE 5K & 10K RUN/WALK
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17TH, 2026 _(RAIN OR SHINE EVENT)_
ENJOY A CRISP FALL MORNING RUN/WALK THROUGH THE BEAUTIFUL NORTHWESTERN RHODE ISLAND COUNTRYSIDE AT THE HEIGHT OF THE FOLIAGE SEASON. BEGINNING AND ENDING IN HISTORIC FOSTER CENTER, OUR CHALLENGING COURSE WILL TAKE YOU DOWN QUIET COUNTRY ROADS, PASSING HISTORIC SITES AND HOMES, PASTORAL MEADOWS, AND PICTURESQUE FARMLAND.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS $30; DAY-OF REGISTRATION PRICE INCREASES TO $35
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! 12 AND UNDER 5K REGISTRATION IS $15; DAY-OF REGISTRATION PRICE INCREASES TO $20
right arrow Register by October 1st to be guaranteed a race shirt!
right arrow For anyone who registers after October 1st (including the day of the event), race shirts are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
EVENT DETAILS AND SCHEDULE
RIGHT ARROW 7 AM: CHECK-IN & DAY-OF REGISTRATION OPENS
right arrow 9 AM: Runners to Start Line; race begins at 9:00 AM sharp! (NO BIBS WILL BE ISSUED AFTER THE RACE HAS BEGUN)
All races start and end in the town center
HELPFUL INFO
Online pre-registration will close on October 16th at 11:59 PM.
REGISTER BY OCTOBER 1ST TO BE GUARANTEED A RACE SHIRT!
* Plenty of free parking and port-a-potties on site
* This is a dog and stroller-friendly event!*** Please keep your dog leashed at all times!
PRIZES
* All participants will be entered to win a $100 GIFT CERTIFICATE in our DOOR PRIZE RAFFLE
* $50 cash prize & maple syrup to overall male and female winners from Foster in each race (10K & 5K)
Awards to 1st, 2nd and 3rd Male and Female in each age group for 5K: 12 and Under,13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Awards to 1st, 2nd and 3rd Male and Female in each age group for 10K: Under 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
ALL PROCEEDS SUPPORT THE SOUTH FOSTER VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY, WHICH HAS BEEN PROUDLY SERVING THE TOWN OF FOSTER AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES SINCE 1928
14TH ANNUAL FALL FOLIAGE 5K & 10K RUN/WALK
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17TH, 2026 _(RAIN OR SHINE EVENT)_
ENJOY A CRISP FALL MORNING RUN/WALK THROUGH THE BEAUTIFUL NORTHWESTERN RHODE ISLAND COUNTRYSIDE AT THE HEIGHT OF THE FOLIAGE SEASON. BEGINNING AND ENDING IN HISTORIC FOSTER CENTER, OUR CHALLENGING COURSE WILL TAKE YOU DOWN QUIET COUNTRY ROADS, PASSING HISTORIC SITES AND HOMES, PASTORAL MEADOWS, AND PICTURESQUE FARMLAND.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS $30; DAY-OF REGISTRATION PRICE INCREASES TO $35
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! 12 AND UNDER 5K REGISTRATION IS $15; DAY-OF REGISTRATION PRICE INCREASES TO $20
right arrow Register by October 1st to be guaranteed a race shirt!
right arrow For anyone who registers after October 1st (including the day of the event), race shirts are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
EVENT DETAILS AND SCHEDULE
RIGHT ARROW 7 AM: CHECK-IN & DAY-OF REGISTRATION OPENS
right arrow 9 AM: Runners to Start Line; race begins at 9:00 AM sharp! (NO BIBS WILL BE ISSUED AFTER THE RACE HAS BEGUN)
All races start and end in the town center
HELPFUL INFO
Online pre-registration will close on October 16th at 11:59 PM.
REGISTER BY OCTOBER 1ST TO BE GUARANTEED A RACE SHIRT!
* Plenty of free parking and port-a-potties on site
* This is a dog and stroller-friendly event!*** Please keep your dog leashed at all times!
PRIZES
* All participants will be entered to win a $100 GIFT CERTIFICATE in our DOOR PRIZE RAFFLE
* $50 cash prize & maple syrup to overall male and female winners from Foster in each race (10K & 5K)
Awards to 1st, 2nd and 3rd Male and Female in each age group for 5K: 12 and Under,13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Awards to 1st, 2nd and 3rd Male and Female in each age group for 10K: Under 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
ALL PROCEEDS SUPPORT THE SOUTH FOSTER VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY, WHICH HAS BEEN PROUDLY SERVING THE TOWN OF FOSTER AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES SINCE 1928
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