Block Island Half Marathon
- Date Sun 11th October 2026
- Time 12:30PM EDT
- Location Block Island, Rhode Island
- Price $54.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at the Block Island Half Marathon on Sunday, October 11, 2026! Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Block Island, Washington, this half marathon promises an exciting course that showcases the island’s stunning natural beauty.
Starting and finishing at the Fred Benson Town Beach Pavilion, participants will first enjoy a flat stretch before encountering gentle hills and turns that lead to picturesque views of the Great Salt Pond and the iconic North Lighthouse. After a scenic turnaround at the North Light, runners will tackle a challenging loop around the island’s charming west side, featuring rolling pastures, historic stone walls, and the beautiful blue Atlantic. The course concludes with a thrilling descent down Airport Hill back to the Pavilion. Don’t miss out on the vibrant atmosphere and stunning October scenery—join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community at the Block Island Half Marathon!
Starting and finishing at the Fred Benson Town Beach Pavilion, participants will first enjoy a flat stretch before encountering gentle hills and turns that lead to picturesque views of the Great Salt Pond and the iconic North Lighthouse. After a scenic turnaround at the North Light, runners will tackle a challenging loop around the island’s charming west side, featuring rolling pastures, historic stone walls, and the beautiful blue Atlantic. The course concludes with a thrilling descent down Airport Hill back to the Pavilion. Don’t miss out on the vibrant atmosphere and stunning October scenery—join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community at the Block Island Half Marathon!
Organiser's Description
This half marathon will begin and end at the Fred Benson Town Beach Pavilion. The beginning of the race heads north in a flat stretch followed by a gentle uplift to some steeper hills and turns. Runners will see the Great Salt Pond, beach dunes, The North Lighthouse and much more.
At the North Light,turn back and get ready for a challenging loop around the beautiful west side of the island. Lots of hills and turns. Rolling pastures, stone walls, farmhouses and the beautiful blue Atlantic are the backdrop.
The last stretch takes you down Airport Hill and back to the Pavilion.
October on Block Island is stunning!
At the North Light,turn back and get ready for a challenging loop around the beautiful west side of the island. Lots of hills and turns. Rolling pastures, stone walls, farmhouses and the beautiful blue Atlantic are the backdrop.
The last stretch takes you down Airport Hill and back to the Pavilion.
October on Block Island is stunning!
Races
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Block Island Half Marathon
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (12:30PM EDT)
$54.00
OPENS 10 OCT
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7 Corn neck rd, Block Island, 02807, RI, United States
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