OktoberVets 5k Sponsored by the North Kingstown VFW
OktoberVets 5k Sponsored by the North Kingstown VFW is a running race on October 17, 2026 in North Kingstown, RI, featuring the 5K distance, with entry fees from $25 to $30.
- Date
- October 17, 2026 (106 days to go)
- Distance
- 5K · Other
- Price
- $25–$30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
About this Event
This family, fun community event will bring together people of our community and veterans who have served our nation. You get two races for the price of one!! The 5k through historic Wickford Village and a .152k fun run will allow people of all ages and abilities to complete. Both runs will be conducted like a typical road race, complete with bib numbers, start/finish line, timing, and water stations. All race participants will be given a T-shirt with a unique, specially designed race logo, a race medal, and a ‘goodie’ bag with assorted swag.
Proceeds
Proceeds from this event will go to Gateway to Independence, a VA-supported veteran transitional housing program for homeless individuals due to PTSD, substance abuse, depression, and other factors, serving over an average of 100 individuals annually. Proceeds will also benefit our Holiday Veteran in need program providing food and clothing for disadvantaged local veterans.
Course
Enjoy a run through Historic Wickford Village, named 2022 Best Historic Small Town in America by USA Today. Established in 1709, Wickford Village provides picturesque waterfront streets with one-of-a-kind shops featuring jewelry, housewares, clothing, and more. Your run will take you past galleries, antique shops, cafes, restaurants, beautifully maintained churches, colonial homes, and gardens.
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
62°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Kingston 1 Nw, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About North Kingstown, RI
City Elevation
48 ft
Nearest Airport
PVD
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport · 10 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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106
Days to train
- Race
- OktoberVets 5k Sponsored by the North Kingstown VFW
- Date
- October 17, 2026
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OktoberVets 5k Sponsored by the North Kingstown VFW
Oct 17, 2026