From the Organizer
Come support the East Providence Fire Department Local 850’s Freaky 5K road race! The race will kick off at 10:00am on Sunday, 10/18/26. The course starts and ends at EPFD station 3 and will take runners through the neighborhoods of Rumford, RI. Race registration will include a T-shirt and costumes on race day are encouraged! Medals will be awarded for best racer and best costume! DJ entertainment and post-race refreshments for spectators and participants! Proceeds from the race will go towards EPFD local 850 charity fund which supports the local community of East Providence.
Events
Weather
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
63°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Providence T F Green Ap, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
46,970
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
PVD
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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EPFD Freaky 5k
Oct 18, 2026