Half Marathon races near Newport

The Amica Newport Marathon & Half Marathon offers a coastal road race in Newport, Rhode Island, with full marathon (26.2-mile) and half marathon (13.1-mile) distances. The event takes place in October, with the half marathon beginning at 7:30 AM. The course showcases the Newport coastline, a primary attraction. The half marathon is included in the RI Grand Prix, marks the event's 17th year, and has gained national recognition as one of the country’s top half marathons.

The Block Island Half Marathon is an annual October half marathon on Block Island, Rhode Island, starting and finishing at Fred Benson Pavilion. This is a small island race, not a big-city road event, with the route utilizing the island's natural features as its primary attraction. Runners proceed through beach dunes, past the Great Salt Pond, and toward North Point Light before returning along the west side of the island. The Atlantic Ocean is visible during portions of the run. All finishers receive a medal, and those who pre-register also get a race T-shirt.

Ocean State Rhode Races is a running series in Rhode Island organized by Rhode Races & Events, featuring races and activities across the state. The broader Ocean State Multisport group, based in New England, organizes USAT and USATF sanctioned road races, triathlons, and duathlons. Their stated goal is to encourage more people to exercise and gain the confidence to participate in sanctioned events. The series functions as a tour of Rhode Island's cities and towns, rather than concentrating events in a single location. Participants can enter individual races or compete in three or more events to achieve Rhode Master status. The organizers also provide virtual events for those seeking a race-like objective from home. The merchandise reflects the local theme with "13.1 Run RI" and "26.2 Run RI" stickers, alongside race shirts for events like Newport, Bristol, and the Ocean State half marathon.

RI adventure winds through historic neighborhoods, treelined streets, coastal views, and working waterfronts. The Kids Fun Run is back for children under 10, with participation medals for all finishers. Parents can run with their child. Longer events include a Boston Marathon Qualifier. Starts from Bold Point Park.