Rhode Island Half Marathon & 5K

📅 SAVE THE DATE!

The Rhode Island Half Marathon and 5K is BACK and set for Sunday, May 18th, 2025.

🏃‍♂️ EVENT DETAILS

• Race Options: Choose from either the half marathon or 5K.
• Scenic Views: Enjoy views of Narragansett Bay and the Providence skyline.
• Course Certification: Both courses are USATF-certified and start and finish at Pierce Memorial Stadium.
• Participant Cap: The Half Marathon will be capped at 2,000 participants.

🗺️ COURSE UPDATES FOR 2025

• Final Hill: The Half Marathon course will no longer include the final hill of the 2024 course at Mile 12.
• Start Time: Both races will start together at 7:30 AM.
• 5K Route: Runners will take the bike path and finish on the track at Pierce Stadium.
• Facilities: Additional porta-potties at Pierce Field and on-course.

🔗 COURSE MAPS

• Half Marathon Course: CLICK HERE to View the 2025 Half Marathon Course
• 5K Course: CLICK HERE to View the 2025 5K Course
• Date: Sunday, May 18th, 2025.
• Start Location: Pierce Memorial Stadium, 201 Mercer St, East Providence, RI 02914.

🏅 AWARDS & FINISHER MEDALS

• T-shirts: Available for all entrants who register online before race day.
• Finisher Medals: Awards for both the Half Marathon & 5K will be provided.
• Chip Timing: All participants will be chip-timed with a time limit of 3.5 hours.
• Waitlist: A waitlist will open once the field is sold out.

🕒 HALF MARATHON PACE GROUPS

• Pacers: The experienced team at Marathon Sports will lead six pace groups.
• Available Paces: Options include 1:45, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, and 3:00.
• No Signup Required: Meet your Pace Lead on race morning!
• Instructions: Pacers will hold signs with finishing times at the start line.

💳 ONLINE ENTRY FEES

• Half Marathon Fees: $70 to 12/31/2024: $75 from 1/1 to 2/28/2025: additional dates outlined in full.
• 5K Fees: $32 to 12/31/2024: $36 from 1/1 to 3/2/2025: additional dates outlined in full.
• No Refunds: Registrations are non-refundable.
• Stroller Policy: Start from the back for safety if running or walking with a stroller.

📅 PACKET PICKUP

• Pre-Race Pickup: Available on May 10th, 16th, and 17th at Marathon Sports, Providence Place.
• Race Day Pickup: Begins at 6:15 AM at Pierce Memorial Stadium.
• Location: 201 Mercer St, East Providence, RI 02914.
• Parking: Available at the stadium lots and Veterans Memorial Parkway: street parking allowed.

🏆 PRIZE STRUCTURE

• Individual Awards: Top 3 Overall, age group winners from Under 19 to 70+.
• Team Awards: Top Family and Friends Team with unlimited entries.
• Entry Fees: Same as individual fees: team awards based on chip times.
• Additional Prizes: More details available at the event.

🔗 REGISTRATION LINK

For more information and to register, visit: Rhode Island Half Marathon & 5K.