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 - $22.20
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of New England Women's Classic 5k Road Race and 3k Walk on Sunday, October 12, 2025, in picturesque Providence, Rhode Island! This exciting event features a certified, flat, and fast 5k course (3.1 miles) and a scenic 3k walk (1.8 miles) that winds through the historic East Side of Providence, starting at the iconic Brown University Stadium.
Get ready for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit! With online registration available until October 9, and in-person registration on race day from 8:00 am to 9:30 am, there are plenty of opportunities to join in the action. Participants can compete for cash prizes, team awards, and more, making this a thrilling experience for runners and walkers alike. Don't miss out on the health and wellness fair, kids' races, and the chance to enjoy this vibrant event that supports a great cause. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this inspiring day in Providence!
Get ready for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit! With online registration available until October 9, and in-person registration on race day from 8:00 am to 9:30 am, there are plenty of opportunities to join in the action. Participants can compete for cash prizes, team awards, and more, making this a thrilling experience for runners and walkers alike. Don't miss out on the health and wellness fair, kids' races, and the chance to enjoy this vibrant event that supports a great cause. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this inspiring day in Providence!
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
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.
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
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
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5k Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 12th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$22.20
-
3k Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 12th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$22.20
-
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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