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angry unicorn

angry unicorn

Rhode Island's Angry Unicorn 13.1M & 5K offers a scenic coastal run with a growing field.

Race Date

Nov 8, 2026

Location

Wakefield, RI

Solid Pick59

Quick facts

Date
Sunday, November 8, 2026
Location
Wakefield, Rhode Island
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi)
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
1,286

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Well Organized

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The Angry Unicorn 13.1M & 5K, held in Matunuck, Rhode Island, has become a fixture for runners seeking a coastal race experience. With 8 editions on record, the event has seen steady growth, attracting nearly 200 finishers in recent years.

Runners typically hail from about 17 states, drawn to the relatively flat, paved course that winds through the scenic coastal landscape. The typical winning time hovers around 77 minutes, indicating a course that can be conducive to solid performances. The race has a modest repeat-runner rate of around 5%.

While not a massive event, the Angry Unicorn offers a well-organized race day with a growing field and a pleasant seaside setting, making it a worthwhile destination for those looking to combine their love of running with a New England coastal getaway.

Race-provided description

visit www.oceanstatemultisport.com and click course informationEvent details and schedule

Logistics

Race Day

Sunday, November 8, 2026

Start Time

6:00 PM

Start Location

Wakefield, RI

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Coastal

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Course Map

Quality Score

Solid Pick59
Methodology
Heritage16/20

8 years running

Size11/15

~169 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty5/20

5% returning runners

Course & details2/15

limited extras

National draw7/10

runners from 17 states

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:17:47

Weather10/10

typical high 59°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

45°

Afternoon (High)

59°

Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable

0.1"

Precipitation

15 mph

Wind

71%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 1,286 finishers actually crossed the line across 8 years.

Most recent

2024

Total finishers

1,286

Median time

2:04:39

Latest turnout

197

States

33

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:10p50 median ≈ 2:004:25

Turnout by year

20172024

'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24
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About the Organizer

Frequently asked

When is the angry unicorn?

The angry unicorn is held on Sunday, November 8, 2026, starting at 6:00 PM.

Where does the angry unicorn take place?

It takes place in Wakefield, Rhode Island.

What distances does the angry unicorn offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles).

Is the angry unicorn course flat and good for a PR?

The angry unicorn is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the angry unicorn?

HalfRuns has finish records for 1,286 runners who have completed the angry unicorn.

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