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Providence Rhode Races Marathon

Providence, RI
Sunday, May 2, 2027


  3.7 Stars from 3 Reviews

Course Description
With the start at Bold Point Park, the course hops onto the Linear Park bridge and winds through India Park, following bike paths and closed roads along the riverfront. The route enjoys an up and back along picturesque Blackstone Blvd, past historic homes and tree-lined streets. The route exits Providence over newly constructed bike lanes on the Henderson Bridge and along Waterfront Dr, with a short turn around on the East Bay Bike Path as we head back to Bold Point Park and the waterside finish line.

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: Sunday, May 2, 2027
2026: Sunday, May 3, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Rolling Hills
Type: Mostly Loop
Surface: Road/Pavement

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: Yes

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 54°F (12°C)
Average High: 64°F (17°C)
Average Low: 44° F (6°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 98.27
Course Score: 98.27

Race Size

2026: 568 Finishers
2025: 373 Finishers
2024: No Results
2023: No Results
2022: No Results
2021: No Results

BQ Percentages

2026: 12.2%
2025: 5.6%
2024: N/A
2023: N/A
2022: N/A
2021: N/A

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 2 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 63°F  (17°C)
Low: 51°F  (11°C)

Race Start Conditions

54°F  (12°C)
Humidity: 76%

Partially cloudy
NNW 9 mph

PR Score

96.75

Course Score

98.27






Providence Rhode Races Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Providence Rhode Races Marathon was the 180th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers.

In 2026, 12.2% of Providence Rhode Races Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, 5.6% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Providence Rhode Races Marathon ranked 256th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and currently ranks 51st so far in 2026. In Rhode Island, it ranked 3rd in 2025 and 1st so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Providence Rhode Races Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.

The Providence Rhode Races Marathon has a Course Score of 98.27, ranking it as the 320th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 2nd fastest marathon course in Rhode Island.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Providence Rhode Races Marathon a PR Score of 98.27. The PR Score ranks the Providence Rhode Races Marathon as the 259th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 2nd best marathon for a PR in Rhode Island.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Providence Rhode Races Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Rhode Island for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Providence Rhode Races Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed320th fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 2nd fastest marathon course in Rhode Island
Top 70% Nationally#2 of 5 in Rhode Island
PR Potential259th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 2nd best marathon for a PR in Rhode Island
Top 57% Nationally#2 of 5 in Rhode Island
Boston Qualifier Rate256th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 3rd highest BQ percentage in Rhode Island
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 54% Nationally#3 of 5 in Rhode Island
Race Size180th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 4th largest marathon in Rhode Island
Based on 2025 results
Top 31% Nationally#4 of 5 in Rhode Island

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Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 142 feet (43m)
Min Elevation: 4 feet (1m)

Elevation Gain: 746 feet (227m)
Elevation Loss: 746 feet (227m)


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Course updated 03/17/2026




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Race Reviews


3.7
Based on 3 reviews
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Missed our turn

Full Review:

Pretty course sometimes along River. But a police officer had us turn right at one point when it should have been left. This cost a group of us .2 miles. The app did not seem to work. There were many volunteers, but they needed more. Pizza at the finish was a plus. This is a hilly course.

Race Tips:

Early start was a plus. Lots of turns and quite a few hills.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Colonial Inn was decent, but nothing special.
Reviewed by CD About 2025

Quiet, residential route if you enjoy that.

Full Review:

Positive: Good after party with lots of food. Nice, large medal. Quiet, residential route if you enjoy that.

Negative: At times I was not sure what direction to go as individuals were not directing. Somewhat hilly, with a steep incline at 25 which is a killer. I, for one, don't like the running on bike paths especially in miles 18-24 as this is where people hit a wall and having no cheering, just some woods around you, is pretty demoralizing.
Reviewed by Anonymous About 2025

New race company, much better race

Full Review:

After years of being owned by a national company that did a terrible job, this race is now locally owned and the new company is way way better. Better food, better party, better shirts and medal, and just a great vibe on a really nice course.

Race Tips:

Some of the biggest hills are near the end, plan ahead.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Park at the head of the bike path lot and you'll save time versus the shuttles, easy walk to starting line.
Reviewed by Nels J About 2025