Ocean State Rhode Races
Ocean State Rhode Races: A fast, coastal half-marathon finale with beachside celebration.
Race Date
Oct 25, 2026
Location
Narragansett, RI
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 25, 2026
- Location
- Narragansett, Rhode Island
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 4,671
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
The Experience
The Ocean State Rhode Races Half Marathon, the final stop in the Rhode Race Series, delivers a flat, USATF-certified course through the classic beauty of Narragansett, Rhode Island. With just over 650 finishers from 27 states and a growing field, this boutique race offers the intimacy of a small-town event with the caliber of a Boston-qualifying course. The 14th edition (set for October 2026) starts and finishes at Narragansett Town Beach, where runners are treated to an authentic post-race festival featuring a true Ocean State experience.
The course winds through coastal scenery, taking advantage of Rhode Island’s pancake-flat terrain—ideal for PR seekers. About 14% of runners return each year, a testament to the race’s personal touches and direct communication from race directors. The half marathon begins at 8:00 AM, following the marathon’s 7:30 start, with the 5K at 8:15, creating a festive morning atmosphere. Post-race, the celebration moves to the beach, where finishers relax with local food and drinks, making this a standout destination race for New England runners.
Race-provided description
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 Get social to stay updated on the latest news and race updates! @RhodeRacesRI #RunRI Please visit our YouTube Live with the RDs for more FAQs and race weekend info.
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
77 Boston Neck Rd, Narragansett, RI, 02882
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
1 other map for this race
Quality Score
Runner Favorite8014 years running
~544 finishers a year
growing or steady
14% returning runners
4 timing sources · 8 photos
runners from 27 states
winner 1:16:49
typical high 62°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
51°
Afternoon (High)
62°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
74%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 4,671 finishers actually crossed the line across 10 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
4,671
Median time
2:05:47
Latest turnout
757
States
49
Turnout by year
2018–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Ocean State Rhode Races?
The Ocean State Rhode Races is held on Sunday, October 25, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Ocean State Rhode Races take place?
It takes place in Narragansett, Rhode Island.
What distances does the Ocean State Rhode Races offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles.
Is the Ocean State Rhode Races course flat and good for a PR?
The Ocean State Rhode Races is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Ocean State Rhode Races?
HalfRuns has finish records for 4,671 runners who have completed the Ocean State Rhode Races.
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