Pawtuxet River 5k: Run of the Mills
- Date
- November 7, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Pawtuxet River 5k: Run of the Mills!
T-Shirt guaranteed if you sign up before OCTOBER 17, 2026!
Please join us Saturday, November 7, for a family-friendly 5k run or walk along the Pawtuxet River! Featuring 3 trestle bridges along the Coventry Greenway, a rail trail known as the Washington-Secondary bike path, enjoy views of the river, two majestic mills, and a jog through Anthony Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places.
All proceeds benefit the Pawtuxet River Authority and Watershed Council, which has been protecting, conserving, and restoring the Pawtuxet River and its watershed for over 50 years! We are a 100% volunteer non-profit 501(c)(3) organization serving Cranston, Coventry, Scituate, Warwick, and West Warwick. Our mission is to enhance water quality and wildlife habitats, create opportunities for public passive recreation, and promote the environmental, cultural, and historic significance of the Pawtuxet River and its watershed.
IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE:
- Bib pick up will take place from 7am to 7:45am at the Middle School
- Runners will walk to the start on Knotty Oak Road near Rice Field
- Race will start promptly at 8am
- Race will FINISH at the Middle School
- Awards for Top 3 Overall Finishers in Male/Open and Female categories:
- 1st Place - $100
- 2nd Place - $75
- 3rd Place - $50
- T-SHIRTS ONLY GUARANTEED IF YOU SIGN UP BEFORE OCTOBER 17, 2026
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
54°
Typical Low
34°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Coventry 2, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Coventry, RI
Nearest Airport
PVD
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Pawtuxet River 5k: Run of the Mills
- Date
- November 7, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Pawtuxet River 5k: Run of the Mills?
- Pawtuxet River 5k: Run of the Mills is a running race held in Coventry, Rhode Island on November 7, 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 Pawtuxet River 5k: Run of the Mills?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026 in Coventry, Rhode Island at 15 Foster Dr, Coventry, RI 02816, Coventry, RI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Pawtuxet River 5k: Run of the Mills?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Pawtuxet River 5k: Run of the Mills
Nov 7, 2026