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Newport Rhode Races Marathon
Newport, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km1.6 km
IslandSeaside & Coast+2
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Running Races in the State of Rhode Island
9 verified events (0 confirmed dates) and 19 races in Rhode Island with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events90 confirmed dates
Competitions19Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+264 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Providence Rhode Races
Providence, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
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Surftown Half, 2-Person Relay & 5K
Westerly, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run+2
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Angry Unicorn Half Marathon / 5K
East Providence, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run+1
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Independence Rhode Race
Bristol, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+3
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Newport Amica Marathon
Newport, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run+3
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Colt State Park Half Marathon
Bristol, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run+2
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Gaspee Days Run
Cranston, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
5 km
City RunPublic Park
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Newport Rhode Races Marathon | Newport, Rhode Island, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km1.6 km |
| Date to be announced | Providence Rhode Races | Providence, Rhode Island, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Surftown Half, 2-Person Relay & 5K | Westerly, Rhode Island, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Angry Unicorn Half Marathon / 5K | East Providence, Rhode Island, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Independence Rhode Race | Bristol, Rhode Island, US | Road Running | 21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Newport Amica Marathon | Newport, Rhode Island, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Colt State Park Half Marathon | Bristol, Rhode Island, US | Road Running | 21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Gaspee Days Run | Cranston, Rhode Island, US | Road Running | 5 km |
| Date to be announced | Block Island Half Marathon | New Shoreham, Rhode Island, US | Road Running | 21.1 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Rhode Island (North America, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 9 public events and 19 individual races, including 0 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running. Key host locations include Newport, Providence, Westerly, and East Providence. Notable events in the selection include Newport Rhode Races Marathon, Providence Rhode Races, and Surftown Half, 2-Person Relay & 5K.
Race distances span from 1.6 km to 42.2 km, reaching up to +264 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Rhode Island includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Rhode Island?
RunningCompass currently lists 9 verified events with 19 individual races in Rhode Island. A total of 0 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Newport Rhode Races Marathon, Providence Rhode Races, and Surftown Half, 2-Person Relay & 5K.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Rhode Island?
Events in Rhode Island focus on Road Running. Course distances range from 1.6 km entry-level races up to 42.2 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Newport, Providence, Westerly, and East Providence.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Rhode Island?
The most selective courses in Rhode Island climb up to +264 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Rhode Island?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.