As we enter the new year we're marking our calendars for our destination's upcoming road races.

Beginners, get your blood flowing with 4-miles across the Pell Bridge at a pace of your choosing. Seasoned runners, enjoy a scenic trail through Newport's winding coastline with expansive ocean views and the perfect sea breeze to keep you cool. 

Whether you're a pro athlete or you're looking to dip your toes in the exercise world—this runner's roster has everything you need.

 

Races & Marathons

The following runs are sure to awaken your inner athlete. 

  1. Southcoast Health Aquidneck 10K
  2. Newport Night Run - A Race for Education
  3. Newport Rhode Races
  4. Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial 5K
  5. Newport 10 Miler
  6. Bristol Independence Rhode Race
  7. Newport Beer Run
  8. Anchor Down Ultra
  9. Citizens Bank Pell Bridge Run
  10. Jamestown Half Marathon
  11. Amica Newport Marathon & Half Marathon
  12. Colt State Park Half Marathon
  13. Newport Winter 10K

Southcoast Health Aquidneck 10K

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Where:
Sachuest Beach (Second Beach)
When:
March 22nd, 2026
Cost:
Now - December 31: $52, January 1 – February 28: $58, March 1 – March 20: $64, Onsite: $70

The Southcoast Health Aquidneck 10k is back March 22nd, 2026. The course will run alongside beach grass and sand dunes, through a wildlife refuge and bird sanctuary, and past stunning homes and historic churches, showcasing the beauty of Aquidneck Island. 

A portion of every registration fee collected for the event will be donated to the Norman Bird Sanctuary. The event is open to runners of all speeds and starts at 9:00 AM. Register here.

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Newport Night Run - A Race for Education

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Where:
Rogers High School
When:
April 4, 2026
Cost:
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Newport's first and only nighttime race, Newport Night Run returns on Saturday, April 4, 2026. The 5k serves not only as a community wide opportunity to get moving, but also as a fundraiser for the Newport Public Education Foundation. 

NPEF is an independent, non-profit whose mission is to improve the performance of Newport public school children by enhancing their educational opportunities and by building broad-based community support for quality public education.

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Newport Rhode Races

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Where:
Easton's Beach (First Beach)
When:
April 18, 2026
Cost:
Marathon: $110, Half Marathon: $85, 5k: $35 (Virtual Also Available)

Race through the Daffodils on this award winning, scenic, seaside course. Newport Rhode Races offers a full and half marathon, a 5K and a beach mile race. 

Note: The marathon course is USATF certified and is a Boston Marathon Qualifier. Register here. 

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Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial 5K

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Where:
Fort Adams State Park
When:
May 23, 2026
Cost:
$35 Entry, Attendees are Free

Celebrating its 10th anniversary of the Boots on the Ground Memorial, this tradition is a powerful tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defending our freedoms in the Global War on Terror. The 5K Run/Walk gives all the chance to move with purpose, reflect, and show gratitude for those who gave all.

The race will commence at 10:00 AM on Saturday, May 23rd of Memorial Day Weekend. This race proudly supports the Fort Adams Trust and the Boys and Girls Club of Newport County. 

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Crop of Boots on The Ground

Newport 10 Miler

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Where:
Fort Adams State Park
When:
May 31, 2026
Cost:
Winter (Now– 1/31): $68, Spring (2/1– 3/31): $74, Last Call (4/1 – 5/27): $80, and Onsite: $90

The BankNewport 10 Miler returns for its tenth annual running on Sunday, June 1, 2025. The oceanside course has stunning views throughout Newport and Fort Adams State Park.

This race proudly supports the Fort Adams Trust and the Boys and Girls Club of Newport County. Register here. 

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Bristol Independence Rhode Race

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Where:
Downtown Bristol
When:
June 27, 2026
Cost:
Half-Marathon: $60, Virtual Half-Marathon: $50, 2-Person Relay: $90

The Bristol Independence Rhode Race will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2026.

In partnership with the Bristol Fourth of July Committee, the half marathon will follow the beautiful downtown streets of America’s quintessential community when it is decked out in its finest – during the Oldest 4th of July Celebration in America.

The course includes incredible historic homes, a town common and the America’s Cup Museum before heading out along the scenic coastline, through Roger Williams University and finishing along the water at Independence Park. Register here. 

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Newport Beer Run

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Where:
Fort Adams State Park
When:
July 18, 2026
Cost:
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Run, walk, or be the DD—with more than 40 local craft breweries, featuring Rhode Island's best, join in this July for this fun 5K inside historic Fort Adams. Plus enjoy a sampling from food vendors, live music, and more. 

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Anchor Down Ultra

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Where:
Colt State Park
When:
August 7 - 8, 2026
Cost:
6-Hour: $135, 12-Hour: $180, 24-Hour: $210 (plus processing fee)

Proudly named one of the "Best Races in America" by Men's Health Magazine, the Anchor Down Ultra is a seaside 6-Hour, 12-Hour and 24-Hour Ultra Marathon. 

The Anchor Down Ultras begins, ends and stays within the beautiful Colt State Park, in Bristol, Rhode Island. Register here. 

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Citizens Bank Pell Bridge Run

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Where:
Claiborne Pell Newport Bridge
When:
August 30th, 2026 — *Previously scheduled for October 18, 2026
Cost:
2026 Pricing TBA

Sponsored by Citizens Bank and hosted by the Rhode Island Bridge and Turnpike Authority, this unique 4 mile walk/run event takes participants across the iconic Pell Bridge. 

Starting in Jamestown and finishing in downtown Newport, this point-to-point event is open to runners and walkers of all ages and speeds! All of the proceeds of this event are donated to local charities.

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Jamestown Half Marathon

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Where:
Jamestown, RI
When:
September 26, 2026
Cost:
$60 In-Person (through December 31, 2025), $50 Virtual (limited)

The Jamestown Half Marathon will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026. The event is set on picturesque Conanicut Island and looks out over Narragansett Bay and the Newport Pell Bridge, the largest suspension bridge in New England.

The course features vivid landscapes, winding roads, historic Watson Farm, and the village of Jamestown with its small shops and quaint restaurants. Register here. 

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Amica Newport Marathon & Half Marathon

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Where:
Newport, RI
When:
October 11, 2026
Cost:
Marathon: $120 (thru 12/31) - $160 (onsite), Half-Marathon: $80 (thru 12/31) - $120 (onsite)

Voted as having the "Best Half Marathon" and "Best Race Swag", by Competitor Magazine, the 2025 Amica Newport Marathon & Half Marathon returns this fall on Sunday, October 12, 2025. 

The course is simply astounding: winding ocean-side roads, miles of waterfront views, and sweeping vistas of the grand mansions along Bellevue Avenue. Register here. 

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Colt State Park Half Marathon

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Where:
Colt State Park
When:
November 1st, 2026
Cost:
$75*

The Colt State Park Half Marathon is an Ocean State running tradition with 13.1 Miles of beautiful, ocean-side running and a fast (and relatively flat) course in Bristol, Rhode Island.

This race is strictly limited to just 400 runners. 

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Newport Winter 10K

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Where:
Brenton Point State Park
When:
December 6th, 2026
Cost:
2026 Pricing TBA

Experience Newport’s coastline in a whole new season — the Winter 10k takes runners from Brenton Point around Ocean Drive for a scenic and festive December run.

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