The East Bay Running Festival

Saturday, September 19, 2026 • Warren, RI
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When is The East Bay Running Festival?

The East Bay Running Festival takes place on Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Warren, RI.

What distances does The East Bay Running Festival offer?

The East Bay Running Festival offers 4 events: 1-mile Walk, 5k, 10k, Tony Daponte Kid's Race.

Event Distance Price
1-mile Walk 1.0 mi $15.00 Register
5k 5.0 km $25.00 Register
10k 10.0 km $35.00 Register
Tony Daponte Kid's Race 400.0 mi $5.00 Register

How much does The East Bay Running Festival cost?

Registration for The East Bay Running Festival starts at $15.00. Prices vary by event distance.

Where is The East Bay Running Festival held?

The East Bay Running Festival is held in Warren, RI at 40 Asylum Rd..

About The East Bay Running Festival

Proceeds to benefit the Bristol Warren Education Foundation

Join us for what is fast becoming one of the most fun local road races!  The family friendly event offers a race for all ages and abilities.  The 5k and 10k courses are USATF Certified and will start and finish on the grounds at the Pete Sepe Pavilion, taking runners on a scenic run out toward Touisett Point, past picturesque farms and quaint stone walls. We will continue to offer our 1-Mile Walk on the Bike Path and of course Kids Obstacle Races too! All followed by a East Bay Food festival, beer garden, live music - all to benefit the Bristol Warren Education Foundation

Every runner will receive 2 food coupons and one drink coupon on their bib.  The food coupons can be redeemed for select items at food vendors and the drink coupon can be redeemed for an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage at the Molson Coors Beer Garden.  

Courses:
• USATF Certified 10k & 5k courses start on the grounds of the Pete Sepe Pavilion follow the Bike Path to Long Lane and on out through Touisset. Both races will be chip timed.
• 1-Mile Walk on Bike Path to Long Lane (or further if you wish) and return.
• Kids Obstacle Course Races - on the grounds of the Pete Sepe Pavilion.

10k & 5k Awards:
• First overall male and female finishers
• First male and female overall finishers in age groups:
9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & up

****TEAM AWARDS - The team that raises the most money, the fastest team (minimum of 3 members, fastest average pace), and the team with the most team spirit (can include costumes and overall enthusiasm) will receive special recognition!

Entertainment by DJ Scott Pellerin, Andre Arsenault, and Jon Tyler
Family Activities:
Petting Zoo
Character visit
Face Painting
Crafts
and more...

T-Shirts: T-shirt included with all pre-registrations
Race packets will be available on race day from 8:00-10:00 AM at the Pete Sepe Pavilion.

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Course Preview

Swag & Giveaways

1-mile Walk: T-Shirt
5k: T-Shirt
10k: T-Shirt
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