Providence Rhode Races
- Date Sun 3rd May 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location East Providence, Rhode Island
- Price $13.60 - $142.75
- Races 7 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 5km, 1km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Providence Rhode Races on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in the vibrant city of East Providence, Rhode Island! This exhilarating event features a full marathon, half marathon, and a lively 5K race, all starting from the picturesque Bold Point Park. Runners will have the chance to experience the beauty of four iconic Rhode Island communities, showcasing historic neighborhoods, tree-lined streets, and stunning coastal views.
The marathon kicks off at 7:30 a.m., followed by the half marathon at 8:00 a.m. and the RI 250th Anniversary 5K at 8:15 a.m., making it a perfect day for runners of all levels. New for 2026, the Kids Fun Run will also take place, offering children under 10 the chance to participate in a one-kilometer course, ensuring a fun-filled day for families. With a USATF certified marathon course that serves as a Boston Marathon Qualifier, the Providence Rhode Races promises an unforgettable experience for all. Don't miss out on this remarkable celebration of running and community in the Creative Capital!
The marathon kicks off at 7:30 a.m., followed by the half marathon at 8:00 a.m. and the RI 250th Anniversary 5K at 8:15 a.m., making it a perfect day for runners of all levels. New for 2026, the Kids Fun Run will also take place, offering children under 10 the chance to participate in a one-kilometer course, ensuring a fun-filled day for families. With a USATF certified marathon course that serves as a Boston Marathon Qualifier, the Providence Rhode Races promises an unforgettable experience for all. Don't miss out on this remarkable celebration of running and community in the Creative Capital!
Organiser's Description
Join us in the Creative Capital for this historic marathon, half marathon and 5k. Providence Rhode Races winds through 4 of Rhode Island's famous communities, providing runners with a truly unique RI experience. Enjoy historic neighborhoods, treelined streets, sweeping coastal views, and working waterfronts.
The Marathon will start at 7:30 a.m. Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Bold Point Park, East Providence, RI. The Half Marathon will start at 8:00 a.m. from the same location. The RI 250th Anniversary 5k will follow at 8:15 am - all from the same cityside start.
*New for 2026 - The Kids Fun Run is BACK! The Kids' Fun Run will start and finish at the same Bold Point Park location, directly following the 5k start. It is a one-kilometer course, and limited to children under 10. No strollers are allowed. One parent is allowed to run with their child but must also be registered. All children under 10 who finish will receive a participation medal.
The marathon course is USATF certified and is a Boston Marathon Qualifier.
Please Note: Providence Rhode Races will be happening rain or shine. Because of the logistics of planning for a race of this size, we cannot offer refunds for any reason. In the event that weather is severe enough to create an unsafe environment for participants, organizers will cancel the event with no refunds issued.
For more information visit our event website, RhodeRaces.com [https://rhoderaces.com/]
Get social to stay updated on the latest news and race updates! @RhodeRacesRI #RhodeRaces
The Marathon will start at 7:30 a.m. Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Bold Point Park, East Providence, RI. The Half Marathon will start at 8:00 a.m. from the same location. The RI 250th Anniversary 5k will follow at 8:15 am - all from the same cityside start.
*New for 2026 - The Kids Fun Run is BACK! The Kids' Fun Run will start and finish at the same Bold Point Park location, directly following the 5k start. It is a one-kilometer course, and limited to children under 10. No strollers are allowed. One parent is allowed to run with their child but must also be registered. All children under 10 who finish will receive a participation medal.
The marathon course is USATF certified and is a Boston Marathon Qualifier.
Please Note: Providence Rhode Races will be happening rain or shine. Because of the logistics of planning for a race of this size, we cannot offer refunds for any reason. In the event that weather is severe enough to create an unsafe environment for participants, organizers will cancel the event with no refunds issued.
For more information visit our event website, RhodeRaces.com [https://rhoderaces.com/]
Get social to stay updated on the latest news and race updates! @RhodeRacesRI #RhodeRaces
Races
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Marathon
Incl. $12.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$142.75
CLOSEDThe course is USATF certified and is a Boston Marathon Qualifier. -
Half Marathon
Incl. $11.36 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$117.31
CLOSED -
RI250 5k: The Renunciation Run
Incl. $7.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$56.95
CLOSED -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. $3.60 Fee
Sun 3rd May 2026 (8:20AM EDT)
$13.60
CLOSEDThe Kids' Fun Run will start and finish at the same Bold Point Park location, directly following the 5k start. It is a one-kilometer course, and limited to children under 10. No strollers are allowed. One parent is allowed to run with their child but must also be registered. All children under 10 who finish will receive a participation medal. -
Virtual Full Marathon
Incl. $7.00 Fee & T-Shirt
$57.00
CLOSEDIf you can't make it on race day, join us virtually! Sign up by race day and complete the distance between May 1 and May 31 on your own time and course. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CgH8lza4GjASh9Xo2IDMc1KqqJJpF2TIejYVmMKUX_0/edit?usp=sharing -
Virtual Half Marathon
Incl. $7.00 Fee & T-Shirt
$57.00
CLOSEDIf you can't make it on race day, join us virtually! Sign up by race day and complete the distance between May 1 and May 31 on your own time and course. Please note - The virtual runners will be prohibited from joining us on race day if we are under strict participant caps. This is to ensure that we abide by all local and state guidelines and ensure we live up to the demands and restrictions placed on us as a condition of our race permit. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CgH8lza4GjASh9Xo2IDMc1KqqJJpF2TIejYVmMKUX_0/edit?usp=sharing -
Virtual 5k
Incl. $4.20 Fee & T-Shirt
$24.20
CLOSEDIf you can't make it on race day, join us virtually! Sign up by race day and complete the distance between May 1 to May 31 on your own time and course. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CgH8lza4GjASh9Xo2IDMc1KqqJJpF2TIejYVmMKUX_0/edit?usp=sharing
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