Pawtuxet River 5k: Run of the Mills
- Date Sat 1st November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Coventry, Rhode Island
- Price $29.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Pawtuxet River 5K: Run of the Mills on Saturday, November 1, 2025, in the charming town of Coventry, Kent! This family-friendly event invites participants to walk, run, roll, or stroll along the stunning banks of the Pawtuxet River. The course features three picturesque trestle bridges along the Coventry Greenway, known as the Washington-Secondary bike path, where you'll be treated to breathtaking views of the river and two historic mills as you jog through the Anthony Historic District, a proud member of the National Register of Historic Places.
Feel the invigorating autumn air at the starting line by Rice Memorial Field, where bib pick-up begins at 7 AM. The race kicks off at 8 AM on Knotty Oak Rd., adjacent to Rice Field. As you navigate the course, enjoy the vibrant foliage and the serene sounds of water rushing over the dams at Laurel Ave and Clariant Falls. Not only will you be part of a memorable community event, but you'll also be supporting the Pawtuxet River Authority and Watershed Council, which has dedicated over 50 years to protecting and restoring the river and its watershed. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the beauty of the
Feel the invigorating autumn air at the starting line by Rice Memorial Field, where bib pick-up begins at 7 AM. The race kicks off at 8 AM on Knotty Oak Rd., adjacent to Rice Field. As you navigate the course, enjoy the vibrant foliage and the serene sounds of water rushing over the dams at Laurel Ave and Clariant Falls. Not only will you be part of a memorable community event, but you'll also be supporting the Pawtuxet River Authority and Watershed Council, which has dedicated over 50 years to protecting and restoring the river and its watershed. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the beauty of the
Organiser's Description
PAWTUXET RIVER 5K: RUN OF THE MILLS!
Please join us Saturday, November 1, for a family-friendly 5k walk, run, roll, or stroll along the banks of the Pawtuxet River! Featuring 3 trestle bridges along the Coventry Greenway, a rail trail known as the Washington-Secondary bike path, enjoy views of the river, two majestic mills, and a jog through Anthony Historic District, on the National Register of Historic Places.
Feel the crisp autumn air at the starting line by Rice Memorial Field and take in beautiful foliage as the morning fog slowly rises off the still water of the pond before the water rushes over the dams at Laurel Ave and Clariant Falls. Celebrate the Pawtuxet River with us, just minutes from Route 95, in the historic village of Anthony.
All proceeds benefit the Pawtuxet River Authority and Watershed Council, which has been protecting, conserving, and restoring the Pawtuxet River and its watershed for over 50 years! We are a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization serving Cranston, Coventry, Scituate, Warwick, and West Warwick where the mainstem, south, and north branches of the Pawtuxet River flows. Our mission is to enhance water quality and wildlife habitats; create opportunities for public passive recreation; and promote the environmental, cultural and historic significance of the Pawtuxet River and its watershed.
Bib pick up will take place at Rice Field from 7am to 7:45am.
The race will start promptly at 8am on Knotty Oak Rd., adjacent to Rice Field, in Coventry, RI. Please see the course map below.
Awards for Top Male and Female Runners:
1st Place - TBD
2nd Place - TBD
3rd Place - TBD
Please join us Saturday, November 1, for a family-friendly 5k walk, run, roll, or stroll along the banks of the Pawtuxet River! Featuring 3 trestle bridges along the Coventry Greenway, a rail trail known as the Washington-Secondary bike path, enjoy views of the river, two majestic mills, and a jog through Anthony Historic District, on the National Register of Historic Places.
Feel the crisp autumn air at the starting line by Rice Memorial Field and take in beautiful foliage as the morning fog slowly rises off the still water of the pond before the water rushes over the dams at Laurel Ave and Clariant Falls. Celebrate the Pawtuxet River with us, just minutes from Route 95, in the historic village of Anthony.
All proceeds benefit the Pawtuxet River Authority and Watershed Council, which has been protecting, conserving, and restoring the Pawtuxet River and its watershed for over 50 years! We are a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization serving Cranston, Coventry, Scituate, Warwick, and West Warwick where the mainstem, south, and north branches of the Pawtuxet River flows. Our mission is to enhance water quality and wildlife habitats; create opportunities for public passive recreation; and promote the environmental, cultural and historic significance of the Pawtuxet River and its watershed.
Bib pick up will take place at Rice Field from 7am to 7:45am.
The race will start promptly at 8am on Knotty Oak Rd., adjacent to Rice Field, in Coventry, RI. Please see the course map below.
Awards for Top Male and Female Runners:
1st Place - TBD
2nd Place - TBD
3rd Place - TBD
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