Block Island Half Marathon is a running race on October 11, 2026 in Block Island, RI, with an entry fee of $50.
This half marathon will begin and end at the Fred Benson Town Beach Pavilion. The beginning of the race heads north in a flat stretch followed by a gentle uplift to some steeper hills and turns. Runners will see the Great Salt Pond, beach dunes, The North Lighthouse and much more.
At the North Light,turn back and get ready for a challenging loop around the beautiful west side of the island. Lots of hills and turns. Rolling pastures, stone walls, farmhouses and the beautiful blue Atlantic are the backdrop.
The last stretch takes you down Airport Hill and back to the Pavilion.
October on Block Island is stunning!
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
66°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Westerly State Ap, 17 mi from the venue.
Nearest Airport
WST
Westerly State Airport · 17 mi
Major Hub
PVD
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport · 39 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Block Island Half Marathon
Oct 11, 2026