Ocean State Rhode Races
- Date
- October 25, 2026
- Distance
- Marathon · Half Marathon · 5k & more
From the Organizer
The 10th Annual Ocean State Rhode Races in Narragansett, RI will be held on Sunday October 25, 2026. Race weekend features a Marathon, Half Marathon and 5k Race.
The Marathon will start at 7:30 am, the Half Marathon will start at 8:00 AM and the 5k at 8:15 am, all on Sunday
This boutique Rhode Island marathon will showcase what is great about the Ocean State. Not only does the course feature classic Rhode Island beauty, our post-race festival will include an authentic RI experience at iconic Narragansett Town Beach. For runners and by runners, the event offers direct access to the race directors who promise timely communication and personal touches throughout your race experience. For a mile by mile race preview - check out our blog on our website.
The marathon course is USATF certified and is a Boston Marathon and Abbott World Marathon Majors Qualifier.
RI Senior Games is pleased to announce our affiliation with Rhode Races to offer a 5K road race that qualifies runners for the National Senior Games Association competition in 2027! The Ocean State Rhode Race will feature a team competing for medals in five-year age groups from 50-54, to 90+. At the registration page, "Would you like to join or create a team?", be sure to respond ”YES” and join team RI Senior Games.
This is also an “Endorsed“ race by the New England 65+ Runners Club. NE 65+ Running Club
The Ocean State Rhode Races Half is the final stop of the Rhode Race Series, a five stop series of Rhode Island Half Marathons.
RUN, VOLUNTEER, CHEER
Please Note: Ocean State Rhode Races will be happening rain or shine. Because of the logistics of planning for a race of this size, we cannot offer refunds for any reason. In the event that the weather is severe enough to create an unsafe environment for participants, organizers will cancel the event with no refunds issued.
For more information visit our event website, RhodeRaces.com
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Please visit our YouTube Live with the RDs for more FAQs and race weekend info.
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
59°
Typical Low
38°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Kingston 1 W, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Narragansett, RI
Elevation
38 ft
Nearest Airport
PVD
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport · 20 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Ocean State Rhode Races
- Date
- October 25, 2026
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Ocean State Rhode Races?
- Ocean State Rhode Races is a running race held in Narragansett, Rhode Island on October 25, 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 Ocean State Rhode Races?
- Sunday, October 25, 2026 in Narragansett, Rhode Island at 77 Boston Neck Rd, Narragansett, RI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Ocean State Rhode Races?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Ocean State Rhode Races
Oct 25, 2026