Sunday, May 19th, 2024
Event Details
SAVE THE DATE!
The Rhode Island Half Marathon and 5K is set for Sunday, May 19th, 2024. Choose from either the half marathon or 5K, which offer some of the best views in Rhode Island, including scenic views of Narragansett Bay and the iconic Providence skyline along the East Bay Bike Path. Both USATF-certified and city-approved courses conveniently start and finish at Pierce Memorial Stadium in East Providence, RI.
Due to demand, the Rhode Island Half Marathon will be capped at 2,000 participants. Once the field is sold out, a waitlist will be opened in the event more slots become available.
Register today to reserve your spot on the start line with us!
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RI HALF MARATHON & 5K
USATF Certified course #RI1406RN
Date: Sunday, May 19th, 2024
Start Times: Half Marathon Start Time: 7:30 AM // 5K Start Time: 7:45am
Start Location: Pierce Memorial Stadium, 201 Mercer St, East Providence, RI 02914
T-shirts for all entrants who register online before race day. Shirts are not guaranteed for entries on race day.
All participants will be chip-timed. The time limit for the half marathon will be four hours and the field will be capped at 2,000 participants. Once the field is sold out, a waitlist will be opened in the event more slots become available.
HALF MARATHON PACE GROUPS
The Pacers from the experienced team at Marathon Sports will be leading six groups in the RI Half Marathon. Full details can be found below.
PACE TIMES
We will have pace groups for the following finishing times: 1:45, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, and 3:00.
HOW TO JOIN
Sign up is not required to join a Pace Group. Simply meet your Pace Lead on race morning!
FINDING THE PACERS ON RACE DAY
To meet up with the pacers on race day, head to the start line at least 15 minutes before the start of the race. Your Pacer will be holding up signs with the finishing times printed on them. Five to 10 minutes before the start, your Pace Group Lead will give you their final instructions.
PARTICIPANT PROMOTIONS
We’re pleased to share the available promotions for the participants of the Rhode Island Half Marathon and 5K below:
Marathon Sports Providence Place
Our generous race partners at Marathon Sports are offering:
15% OFF THE PROVIDENCE STORE (SOME EXCLUSIONS APPLY) WITH PRESENTATION OF RACE NUMBER.
Located on Level One at the Providence Place Mall, the knowledgeable and experienced team at Marathon Sports is the perfect place to pick up any last minute race day needs – and since Pre-Race Packet Pickup is IN the store, it couldn’t be more convenient!
Squeeze Providence
Race day is almost here, which means it’s time to start planning your recovery – and our fantastic partners at Squeeze Providence have generously shared an exclusive offer with participants of the Rhode Island Half Marathon & 5K.
Race participants may receive $20 OFF THE FIRST 3 MONTHS OF MEMBERSHIP at Squeeze Providence.
Make recovery a recurring part of your training plan and sign up for a membership today! Located at 129 Wayland Ave in Providence, they are conveniently located just a 10 minute drive from the finish line.
Squeeze will also be on-site at Pre-Race Packet Pickup at Marathon Sports on Saturday, May 18th, as well as race day at Pierce Stadium, to offer free massage demos and entry into their raffle!
EAST PROVIDENCE LOCAL BUSINESSES
We’re proud to be hosting this event in the community of East Providence, RI. Below are the promotions that local businesses in East Providence are generously offering to the participants of the Rhode Island Half Marathon & 5K. Simply show your bib number or race medal to unlock these great discounts!
| Name of Business | Business Address | Promotional Offer |
| Teddy’s Candy Bar & More, LLC | 220 Willett Avenue, East Providence, RI | Free Ice Cream Cone to Racers! |
| The Burrito Bowl | 809 Broadway, East Providence, RI | Free kids meal with the purchase of a regular priced item. Show or mention the ad for the deal! |
| Sax’s Steak and Pizza | 208 Taunton Ave, East Providence, RI | 1 Free drink with any sub purchase. |
| 324 Waterman Ave, East Providence, RI | Free eyebrow wax | |
| Spellbound Art and Collectibles | 2761 Pawtucket Ave. East Providence RI 02914 | 10% off any in store purchase. Offer valid thru 5/31/23 |
| Rhonda & Co Hair Salon | 2725 Pawtucket Ave, East Providence, RI | 25% off any service |
| EP Stereo Plus Inc | 216 Warren Ave, East Providence, RI | 30% off any item in the store. |
| Miller’s Famous Sandwiches | 628 Warren Avenue East Providence, RI 02914 | 20% off total food purchase for racers and their family members |
| Bayside School of Dance | 368 Waterman Ave, East Providence, RI 02914 | 1 free ticket to a show. “Dance to your Own Rhythm” May 18th 6pm at McVinney Auditorium in Providence, RI |
| City Bubbles Laundry | 316 Warren Ave, East Providence, RI | Wash Dry and Fold New Customer Drop Off Special $.99 per lbs. 20 lbs. minimum |
| Jersey Mike’s Subs | 75 Newport Ave, East Providence, RI | $2 off your order when they show valid registration/medal/running number valid May 17th-19th. |
| CPR Health and Well-Being | 1240 Pawtucket Ave, Suite 11, Rumford, RI 02916 | Save 10% on all classes enter code “CPRSAVES” |
| Naked Foods RI | 611 Waterman Avenue, East Providence, RI | Buy One meal Get the 2nd meal 50% off |
| Rhode Island Dog Training LLC | 125 Turner Ave, Riverside, RI (No Storefront) | 20% all services |
| ARG Locksmith LLC | 272 Warren Ave, East Providence, RI 02914 | Free cup of hot coffee with purchase in our shop |
| Troy DanisDoctor of Audiology | Appointments can be made by calling 401-368-3706. | Free hearing consultation promotion Call or email for appointment: rhodeislandaud@gmail.com |
Course Description
HALF MARATHON
The race conveniently starts and finishes at Pierce Memorial Stadium in East Providence, RI. A fast, flat, and USATF-certified course, the Half Marathon follows Veterans Memorial Parkway before looping back to return on the East Bay Bike Path, which offers stunning views of Narragansett Bay and the Providence Skyline. The course features several points where runners find water on both sides, showcasing the impressive beauty of Rhode Island’s more than 400 miles of coastline.
Elevation:
5K COURSE
Registration Info
ONLINE ENTRY FEES
Online registration will close on Saturday, May 18th, 2024 at 7pm.
Rhode Island Half Marathon
$60 to 12/31/2023
$65 1/1/2024 to1/31/2024
$70 2/1/2024 to 4/7/2024
$75 4/8/2024 to 5/18/2024
$85 Walk Up Registration Race Weekend
*Please note: the Half Marathon field will be capped at 2,000 participants. Once the field is sold out, a waitlist will be opened in the event more slots become available.
Rhode Island 5k Run/Walk
$32 to 12/31/2023
$34 1/1/2024 to1/31/2024
$36 2/1/2024 to 5/18/2024
$45 Walk Up Registration Race Weekend
No refunds. No pets. If you are running or walking with a stroller, we ask that you start in the back for safety purposes.
PACKET PICKUP INFORMATION
We encourage everyone who is able to pick up their race number before race day to make for a stress-free race morning!
Pre-Race Packet Pickup
Saturday, May 11th // 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Location: Marathon Sports, Providence Place, Level One, 1 Providence Place, Providence, RI
Friday, May 17th, 2024 // 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Marathon Sports, Providence Place, Level One, 1 Providence Place, Providence, RI
Saturday, May 18th, 2024 // 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Location: Marathon Sports, Providence Place, Level One, 1 Providence Place, Providence, RI
Race Day Packet Pickup
Sunday May 19th, 2024
Pierce Memorial Stadium, 201 Mercer St, East Providence, RI 02914
PARKING
Parking is available at the stadium parking lots on Mercer Ave and at parking lots located at 450 Veterans Memorial Pkwy. Street parking is also allowed on Sunday in East Providence. Please do not park where cones are placed on the course.
PRIZE STRUCTURE
See below for prize structure for the RI Half Marathon & 5K races.
Individual Awards (Based on Gun Times)
Winners (Under 19)
Winners (age 20-29)
Winners (age 30-39)
Winners (age 40-49)
Winners (age 50-59)
Winners (age 60-69)
Winners (age 70+)
Team Awards
Top Family and Friends Team(Unlimited team entries. Top 3 score).
Entry fee is same as individual fees shown above. Teams must use the online system for team entries. Team awards are based on chip times.
T-Shirt and Medal Info
Competitors in the half marathon and 5K races will each receive a t-shirt and finisher’s medal.
Charity
We are proud to support Good Neighbors.
Good Neighbors Programs include:
- Community Kitchen (free lunch Monday through Friday 11am-1pm) dine-in and to-go meals.
- Bingo Breakfast Fridays at 9:30am.
- Food Pantry (Wednesday 9am-12pm, the last Saturday of every month 10am-12pm and the third Tuesday 5-7pm)Two visits per month for residents of East Providence
- Food4Kids Additional bag of food for kids available to pantry guests with school-aged children. Available through the pantry while school is out in the summer months
Post Race Party
After the race, it’s time to celebrate! 🍻 We’re thrilled to welcome Crook Point Brewing Company to the Rhode Island Half Marathon & 5K as our Beer Garden hosts.
Crook Point Brewing Company will be set up at the finish line ready to welcome runners back to Pierce Memorial Stadium with a handful of their delicious beers that are brewed locally in East Providence. Their Brewhouse & Taproom, located at 65 Massasoit Ave, offers a stunning space perfect for a casual Saturday afternoon gathering with friends or private events in their Riverside Room overlooking the Seekonk River.
In addition to the beer garden, we’ll also have live entertainment and food trucks, including The Burrito Bowl, equipped with delicious post-race eats. The finish line will truly be the start line of this epic post-race party!
