The East Bay Running Festival

  • Date Sat 19th September 2026
  • Time 10:00AM EDT
  • Location Warren, Rhode Island
  • Price $8.30 - $41.10
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and fitness at the East Bay Running Festival on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in beautiful Warren, Bristol! This vibrant community event is perfect for runners of all ages and abilities, featuring USATF Certified 5k and 10k courses that start and finish at the scenic Pete Sepe Pavilion. As you race through picturesque farms and charming stone walls toward Touisett Point, you’ll be surrounded by the excitement of fellow participants and supporters.

In addition to the challenging 5k and 10k races, there’s a delightful 1-Mile Walk along the Bike Path and thrilling Kids Obstacle Races to ensure everyone can join in on the fun! After crossing the finish line, celebrate your achievement at the East Bay Food Festival, where you can enjoy delicious bites from local vendors, sip on beverages from the Molson Coors Beer Garden, and groove to live music. Plus, every runner receives food and drink coupons to enjoy the festivities! Join us for a day filled with friendly competition, community spirit, and family-friendly activities, all benefiting the Bristol Warren Education Foundation. Don't miss out on this fantastic celebration of health, fun, and local pride!

Organiser's Description

Proceeds to benefit the Bristol Warren Education Foundation

Join us for what is fast becoming one of the most fun local road races! The family friendly event offers a race for all ages and abilities. The 5k and 10k courses are USATF Certified and will start and finish on the grounds at the Pete Sepe Pavilion, taking runners on a scenic run out toward Touisett Point, past picturesque farms and quaint stone walls. We will continue to offer our 1-Mile Walk on the Bike Path and of course Kids Obstacle Races too! All followed by a East Bay Food festival, beer garden, live music - all to benefit the Bristol Warren Education Foundation

Every runner will receive 2 food coupons and one drink coupon on their bib. The food coupons can be redeemed for select items at food vendors and the drink coupon can be redeemed for an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage at the Molson Coors Beer Garden.

Courses:
USATF Certified 10k & 5k courses start on the grounds of the Pete Sepe Pavilion follow the Bike Path to Long Lane and on out through Touisset. Both races will be chip timed.
1-Mile Walk on Bike Path to Long Lane (or further if you wish) and return.
Kids Obstacle Course Races - on the grounds of the Pete Sepe Pavilion.

10k & 5k Awards:
First overall male and female finishers
First male and female overall finishers in age groups:
9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & up

****TEAM AWARDS - The team that raises the most money, the fastest team (minimum of 3 members, fastest average pace), and the team with the most team spirit (can include costumes and overall enthusiasm) will receive special recognition!

Entertainment by DJ Scott Pellerin, Andre Arsenault, and Jon Tyler
Family Activities:
Petting Zoo
Character visit
Face Painting
Crafts
and more...

T-Shirts: T-shirt included with all pre-registrations
Race packets will be available on race day from 8:00-10:00 AM at the Pete Sepe Pavilion.

Races

  • 10k

    Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 19th September 2026 (10:00AM EDT)

    $41.10

    OPENS 05 MAY
    The race starts with a cross country feel - line up in the grass and race to hit the bike path before the crowd. A short incline up the hill, then flat for the first mile. Another small incline then a nice descent towards the water, past stone walls, rolling farms and quaint homes. Take a turn through scenic Touisset Point before heading back the way you came, finishing on the bike path near the Warren Little League field.
  • 5k

    Incl. $4.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 19th September 2026 (10:10AM EDT)

    $29.50

    OPENS 05 MAY
    The race starts with a cross country feel - line up in the grass and race to hit the bike path before the crowd. A short incline up the hill, then flat for the first mile. Another small incline at the start of Touisset Rd. then a quick turnaround, heading back the way you came, finishing on the bike path near the Warren Little League field.
  • 1-Mile Walk

    Incl. $3.90 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 19th September 2026 (10:20AM EDT)

    $18.90

    OPENS 05 MAY
    Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Warren Bike Path as it winds through the woods and out to Long Lane continue on if you're up for more distance. Long Lane is a quiet, country road that will be closed to automobile traffic during the race/walk time of day.
  • Tony Daponte Kid's Race

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 19th September 2026 (11:00AM EDT)

    $8.30

    OPENS 05 MAY
    The age-appropriate course will be set up on a wide-open field on the grounds at the Pete Sepe Pavilion. Named in honor of local running legend Tony Daponte who has been a tireless advocate for youth fitness through running for decades.

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40 Asylum Rd., Warren, 02885, RI, United States

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