Ronald McDonald House Charities of New England Women's Classic 5k Road Race and 3k Walk

  • Date Sun 12th October 2025
  • Time 10:00AM EDT
  • Location Providence, Rhode Island
  • Price $11.60 - $30.68
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of New England Women's Classic, an exciting 5k Road Race and 3k Walk happening on Sunday, October 12, 2025, in beautiful Providence, Rhode Island! This certified and flat course takes participants from Brown University Stadium through the scenic and historic East Side of Providence, making it perfect for both seasoned runners and casual walkers.

With distances of 3.1 miles for the 5k run and 1.8 miles for the 3k walk, this event promises a day filled with camaraderie and competition. Registration is open online until October 9, with in-person sign-ups available on October 11 and race day morning. Plus, don't miss the chance to earn discounts by referring friends to join in on the fun! With exciting prizes for top finishers and team competitions, this uplifting event is not only a great opportunity to stay active but also supports a wonderful cause. Mark your calendars for October 12 and be part of this inspiring community celebration!

Organiser's Description

Certified, flat and fast 5k (3.1 miles) and 3k (1.8 miles) courses from the Brown University Stadium through the scenic and historic East Side of Providence.

Online Registration is available through Thursday, October 9. People may also register in-person from 8:30 am to 11:00 am at packet pick-up on Saturday, October 11 and from 8:00 am to 9:30 am on race day, Sunday, October 12.



REGISTRATION FEES AND DEADLINES FOR 2025

$28 through September 8
$34 September 9 through October 9
$40 October 10 through October 12 (in person only)
$10 for elementary, high school, and college students

Were trying something new this year! Refer friends and family to the Womens Classic and get a discount on your registration! Heres how it works:

* Register for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of New England Womens Classic (the 3k walk OR the 5k run) during the months of JUNE AND JULY.
* At check-out, youll be asked if you want to share this event with your friends through email, Facebook, or other social media platforms. There will be a referral link. Share your referral link with everyone you know!
* For every person who registers using your link, you will get a $5 refund on your registration. You can get up to $15 in refunds (in other words, 3 referrals).
* The referral option will close on August 1. This opportunity is not available to students.

RACE DAY SCHEDULE:

8:00 am Race day registration opens

8:45 am Kids Races (Download the waiver [https://rmhprovidenceclassic.org/wp-content/uploads/2025Womens-Classic-Kids-Events-Waiver.pdf])

9:30 am 11:30 am Kids Village (Download the waiver [https://rmhprovidenceclassic.org/wp-content/uploads/2025Womens-Classic-Kids-Events-Waiver.pdf])

9:00 am 12:00 pm Health + Wellness Fair [https://rmhprovidenceclassic.org/wellness-fair/]

10:00 am Start of RMHCNE Womens Classic 5K Run and 3K Walk


RACE NUMBER AND PACKET PICKUP

SHIRTS AND GOODY BAGS to the first 400 participants to pick up their bib numbers.



SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2024
8:30 am 11:00 am
Rhode Runner
657 North Main Street
Providence, Rhode Island 02904
Tel: 401.831.6346



SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2024 (RACE DAY)
8:00 am 9:30 am
Brown University Stadium
400 Elmgrove Avenue
Providence, Rhode Island 02906



TEAM COMPETITION + INDIVIDUAL PRIZES



TEAM COMPETITION
*Teams must consist of three or more women. If more there are than three on a team, the top three aggregate gun times will count for scoring.

Cash prizes to top three teams:
First place: $300
Second place: $200
Third place: $100



INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
Cash prizes to top five overall finishers in the 5k:
1st: $300
2nd: $200
3rd: $100
4th: $75
5th: $50
6th 10th: Merchandise/gift certificates



PRIZES TO THE TOP THREE FINISHERS IN THE 5K NON-BINARY CATEGORY

Age group prizes for 2029, 3039, 4049, 5059, 60-69, 7079, 80+ :
1st: $50
2nd 5th: Merchandise/gift certificates



AGE GROUP PRIZE FOR 19 AND UNDER:
1st 5th Merchandise/gift certificates

*No double dipping with individual cash prizes.



PLEASE NO DOGS, STROLLERS 3K ONLY
Dogs will not be allowed on the course or in the gates of the track. Because of the large numbers, 5k participants will not be allowed to push strollers during the event. 3k walkers with strollers must start at the back of the starting area.

Races

  • 5k Run

    Incl. $2.68 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 12th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)

    $30.68

  • 3k Walk

    Incl. $2.68 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 12th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)

    $30.68

  • 5k Run (STUDENT)

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 12th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)

    $11.60

    By selecting this event, you are indicating that you are an elementary, high school, or college student.
  • 3k Walk (STUDENT)

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 12th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)

    $11.60

    By selecting this event, you are indicating that you are an elementary, high school, or college student.

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Location

400 Elmgrove Avenue, Brown University Stadium, Providence, 02906, RI, United States

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