Barrington 5K Run Festival
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 9 Old County Rd, Barrington, RI
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · Fun Run (1 mile) · Kids Fun Run (50 yard dash)
From the Organizer
Same Race… New Name! 🎉 Celebrating 5 Years!
Join us as we celebrate the 5th anniversary of this beloved community race! Lace up your running shoes and enjoy the beautiful fall scenery as we run through the streets and fields of Barrington at the 5th Annual 5K. Whether you're racing for a personal best, competing for the prize, or just enjoying a fun morning with family and friends, this milestone year is the perfect time to be part of the tradition.
🏃 5K Race Highlights
$100 cash prize for the top male and female finishers
Commemorative race T-shirts for all 5K participants who register by September 12, 2026
A scenic course through Barrington’s beautiful fall landscape
Kids Fun Run
Kids can choose between:
50-yard dash
1-mile untimed fun run
All pre-registered Kids Fun Run participants (by September 12, 2026) will receive a finisher medal.
🍁 Stay for the Fall Festival!
The fun doesn’t stop at the finish line! After the race, stick around and celebrate with our community Fall Festival. Enjoy a festive morning with family and friends featuring seasonal activities, great food, and plenty of opportunities to relax and celebrate together.
📍 Bib Pickup
Barrington Christian Academy
9 Old County Rd, Barrington, RI 02806
Friday, October 2, 2026: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Race Morning: 7:30 AM – 8:15 AM
Race day registration will be available, but no cash will be accepted. All registrations must be completed online via credit card.
Come celebrate five years of running, community, and fun—and stay to enjoy the Fall Festival celebration with us. We can’t wait to see you at the starting line!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
68°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Providence T F Green Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Barrington, RI
Elevation
2 ft
Nearest Airport
PVD
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Barrington 5K Run Festival
- Date
- October 3, 2026
- Location
- 9 Old County Rd, Barrington, RI
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Barrington 5K Run Festival?
- Barrington 5K Run Festival is a running race held in Barrington, Rhode Island on October 3, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Barrington 5K Run Festival?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Barrington, Rhode Island at 9 Old County Rd, Barrington, RI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Barrington 5K Run Festival?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Barrington 5K Run Festival
Oct 3, 2026