Race Details

The Providence Marathon starts and finishes near the Rhode Island State House and Providence Station on Sunday, May 7, 2023! After the race, the fun continues with the official after party!

Click a button below to learn more about all aspects of the event.

The Courses

Marathon

Sunday, May 7, 2023
Start Time: 7:30 AM

Our flat and smooth course has become a favorite of Boston Qualifiers and first-time marathoners, alike.  

The race starts in Downtown Providence before heading south toward the East Bay and Barrington, Rhode Island. That’ll take you on the tree-lined bike path that offers shade and scenic views of the Providence River. You’ll loop back around in Barrington, taking some of the same route back while running toward the shadow of the city’s skyline. Once you reach the finish back downtown by the Rhode Island State House, the after-party begins! 

The course is USATF-certified and is an official Boston Marathon qualifier. 

Half Marathon

Sunday, May 7, 2023
Start Time: 8:00 AM

The Half Marathon stays almost entirely within the city limits with a brief section in Pawtucket. Starting downtown, the course combines the historic neighborhoods and river views on the streets of Providence. The first half is run out to India Point Park before loop around in Pawtucket and back to downtown via the Providence River. You’ll finish right next to the iconic Rhode Island State House and Providence Station. 


Nutrition/Aid stations

Aid stations will be offered every few miles through all courses. Stay tuned for further updates on locations and what will be offered at each stop.

Early Start Time

For those runners pushing a 14 min pace or higher, we strongly recommend taking advantage of the 6:00 am early start time. Please be advised the roads are not officially closed. Runners must pay attention to traffic signals and use sidewalk when possible. Early aid stations might not be set up yet and runners should know the route as course marshals may not yet be in place. Please note early starters are not eligible for age group awards.

Gear Check

Gear check will open at 6:30 A.M. on race day and is free for all registered runners.

Post-Race Party

The fun doesn't stop once you cross the finish line! All runners 21+ get a free beer with their entry, and additional beer will be available for purchase. In addition, there'll be a DJ, and an Awards Ceremony celebrating our top finishers! Age group awards for both distances will be available for pickup at the information services tent after the race.

Location: Station Park – Francis St, Providence RI 

New Post Race Festival

After runnin’ the streets, continue to soak in the big city culture and small-town feel at the new and improved post race festival presented by USA TODAY, happening right at the finish line! More details coming soon, but don't worry, all 21+ runners will still get a complimentary beer at the end (21+)! 

What are you waiting for? Secure your spot today!

Elite Runner Perks

If you've achieved an exceptionally low finish time at a marathon or half marathon in the past two years, we have a couple of perks for you! The first is a special Elite Runner Corral at the front of the pack to ensure you get a fast start right out of the gate. The second is a fully comped entry to this year's race!

Male Elite Runner Corral Qualifying Times

MARATHON - 2:27
HALF MARATHON - 1:11


Female Elite Runner Corral Qualifying Times

MARATHON - 2:59
HALF MARATHON - 1:25


Click here to open the Elite Runner application.

Apply NOW

Standards for both the marathon and half marathon must have been run within 18 months of the race to qualify. Athletes applying for elite complimentary entry will not be included in the Age Group results or awards. They will be categorized in the overall Elite results only. Applications must be submitted no later than 30 days prior to the event. Late entries will not be accommodated. An elite complimentary entry is non-transferable and only applies to the Half Marathon and Marathon distances. Other distances do not qualify.

If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected].

BECOMING A PACER

Have what it takes to be a pacer for the Milwaukee Marathon and want to apply? Click here to submit your application. The submission deadline is November 20, 2018 and selections will be announced on December 1, 2018.

HOW TO FIND PACERS ON RACE DAY

Pace Team Leaders can be found wearing official Milwaukee Marathon “PACER” gear and holding signs indicating their pace. On race day, you can meet Pace Team Leaders in the starting corral prior to the start of the race.

FINDING YOUR PACER

There is no cost or need to pre-register for the pace team, nor is there any obligation to stay with the group you choose. You may surge ahead or drop back as you desire. Running together gives the group a collective energy and enthusiasm that supports and enhances everybody’s race experience.

All of the Pacers are experienced runners and are looking forward to helping pace you towards your race goal.



Marathon Pace Finish Times
3:00:00
3:20:00
3:30:00
3:40:00
4:00:00
4:20:00
4:30:00
4:45:00
5:00:00
5:15:00
5:30:00

Half Marathon Pace Finish Times
1:30:00
1:40:00
1:45:00
1:50:00
1:55:00
2:00:00
2:05:00
2:10:00
2:15:00
2:20:00
2:30:00


For more information about the Pace Team contact Katie at [email protected].

The After-Party


All three races finish on Gaspee Street in Downtown Providence at the Rhode Island State House. The post race recovery area consists of food and beverages for the athletes and one complimentary beer to all participants of age.

Packet Pick-up


May 5th
12:00pm-6:00pm

May 6th
10:00am-5:00pm

The Reserve on Dorrance
60 Dorrance Street
Providence, RI 02903

Lodging

Lodging options for the event can be found here!

Renaissance Providence Downtown

5 Avenue of the Arts, Providence, Rhode Island 02903


Hilton Providence

21 Atwells Ave, Providence, RI 02903


NYLO Providence Warwick Hotel

400 Knight Street Warwick, RI 02886

Hilton Garden Inn Warwick

SOLD OUT
1 Thurber St, Warwick, RI 02886


Omni Providence

SOLD OUT
1 W Exchange St, Providence, RI 02903


Crown Plaza Warwick

801 Greenwich Ave, Warwick, RI 02886

Results & Awards

Awards are presented to the following categories:

Top 3 Open Men/ Women
Top 3 Men/Women (age 19 and under)
Top 3 Men/Women (age 20-29)
Top 3 Men/Women (age 30-39)
Top 3 Men/Women (age 40-49)
Top 3 Men/Women (age 50-59)
Top 3 Men/Women (age 60-69)
Top 3 Men/Women (age 70+)

All awards will be mailed out following the event.

Spectator Information

Parking on the course is strictly prohibited. However, there are spots all over the city that are wonderful for seeing your runner(s) complete their races. The spots we recommend are: 

  • India Point Park in Providence – for half & full
  • Blackstone Blvd in Providence – for the half
  • Veteran’s Memorial Blvd in East Providence – for the full
  • Crescent Park - for the full
  • Haines Park - for the full

Pacers

The Providence Marathon will have pacers running at marathon paces of: 3:00, 3:05, 3:10, 3:20, 3:25, 3:30, 3:35, 3:40, 3:50, 3:55, 4:05, 4:20, 4:35, 4:50, 5:05, and 5:20.  The half marathon will have pacers running at half marathon paces of: 1:30, 1:40, 1:50, 2:00, 2:10, 2:20, 2:30, 2:40, 2:50, and 3:00.

Directions & Parking

Expo Parking

Update to 2023 Information coming soon

Race Day Parking

Runners are encouraged to park in the Rhode Island Convention Center or the Providence Place Mall parking garage on race day. Both lots are walking distance from the start-finish line, and the exit will not be blocked by the course for those trying to leave while the races are ongoing. 

For more information, visit www.parkdowntownprovidence.com 

Ready To Run?

Reserve your spot today at the Providence Marathon!

Let's Do This!

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