3 running, walking, and swimming events in North Kingstown, Rhode Island
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North Kingstown
3 events in North Kingstown-
Sun, Mar 29, 2026 at 10:30 AMSee full details
Join us for the Ivy Rehab/Elite Physical Therapy Shamrock Shuffle 5k on Sunday, March 29th, 2026 in North Kingstown, RI. Celebrate St. Patrick with loved ones and run or walk this festive 5K. Don't forget the kids! Our kids race is open to children 12 and under. Parents are welcome to run with their kids.
After the race, meet us at The Trap located at 195 Old Forge Rd in East Greenwich.. Enjoy LIVE MUSIC! CASH/CARD BAR. Please Bring ID.
UPGRADE TO THE TOUR DE PATRICK
Looking for an extra challenge? The Shamrock Shuffle also serves as the third and final leg of our 3-Race Series, the Tour de Patrick, which celebrates St. Patrick's Day with three races in three cities in Rhode Island throughout the month of March. Participants can sign up for one, two or all three races!
Participants who run all three will earn Tour de Patrick custom socks as well as the 2026 Tour de Patrick finisher's medal, which will be collected at the finish line of the Shamrock Shuffle on March 29th. Participants in the Tour de Patrick will pick up all three numbers and t-shirts at the Irish 5K on Saturday, March 7th. More info at TourdePatrick.com.
The first race, the Irish 5k will be held in Pawtucket, RI on March 7, 2026 and then the Tour de Patrick moves to Providence for the Shoreham Bank St. Pat's 5k on March 21, 2026. The final race, the Shamrock Shuffle 5k will conclude on Sunday, March 29, 2026 in North Kingstown RI.
IVY REHAB/ELITE PHYSICAL THERAPY
SHAMROCK SHUFFLE 5K RACE INFO
Date: Sunday, March 29th, 2026
Time: 10:30am Kids Run // 11am 5K Run/Walk
Location: NK High School, 150 Fairway Drive, N. Kingstown, RI 02852
EVENTS
Kids Leprechaun Run
400m, one lap of the NK High School Track.
Open to kids 12 and under.
Parents may run with their children.
10:30 am Start Time.
5K Run/Walk
3.1 Miles. As always, walkers are welcome.
11:00 a.m. Start Time.
Please Note: no pets allowed and strollers must start in the back for safety reasons.
ENTRY FEES
5K Run/Walk
$34 to 12/31/2025
$36 1/1/2025 to 1/31/2026
$38 2/1/2025 to 3/28/2026
$45 Race Weekend Walk Up Registration
*Online registration closes at 8pm on 3/28/2026
** T-Shirts are not guaranteed for walk up registrations
Kids Leprechaun Run
$15 to 12/31/25
$16 1/1/2025 – 1/31/2026
$17 2/1/2025 – 3/28/2026
$20 Race Weekend Walk Up Registration
Full Tour de Patrick (3 Races)
$93 to 12/31/2025
$99 1/1/2025 to 1/31/2026
$105 2/1/2025 to 3/6/2026
--- SAVE $6 when you register any two 5ks at the same time online.
--- SAVE $9 when you register for all three 5ks at the same time online.
*The online option to participate in all three Tour races closes closes on 3/6/2026
Sorry no refunds and no pets allowed.
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS
If you are participating in the race virtually, we encourage you to pick up your race shirt from us at a Pre-Race Packet Pickup if you are able to. If you cannot make it, we will mail your shirt to the address provided on RunSignUp AFTER race day.
To submit your virtual results, you will head to RunRhody.com and select "Result" from the top navigation menu. From there, select 2025 and the race name, which will bring you to the results page. You will click a button on the top of the page that says "SUBMIT VIRTUAL RESULTS" to submit your time.
Virtual participation DOES count toward any of our race series, including the Run Rhody Grand Slam, the Greendale Physical Therapy Worcester Triple Crown, and the Tour de Patrick series.
If you have any questions about participating virtually, please email us at [email protected].
AWARDS
Individual Awards
Top 3 Overall
Winners (Under 19)
Winners (age 20-29)
Winners (age 30-39)
Winners (age 40-49)
Winners (age 50-59)
Winners (age 60-69)
Winners (age 70+)
Overall awards are scored on gun time. Age groups scored by chip time.
Team Award
Prize will be awarded to the top overall team.
Top 3 score based on chip time.
No limit on Team size.
Online entry for Teams only.
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
LIVE RESULTS AVAILABLE HERE STARTING AT 9AM ON RACE MORNING
Annually, in late June, something special happens on the Narrow River.
The Narrow River Preservation Association hosts a one mile open water swim
in one of Rhode Island’s most scenic waterways (because it's clean enough that we can).
We're excited that you are joining us this year!
2026 DETAILS:
When: Saturday, June 20, 2025, 9:00am (rain or shine)
Where:
Swim Start: URI Boathouse – Flagg Rowing Center, 166 Walmsley Lane, North Kingstown, R.I.
Parking for Shuttle: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1240 Boston Neck Rd., Narragansett RI 02882. Busing is provided starting at 7:15 a.m. and returns swimmers after the event.
Registration: Online only. Online registration closes at 11PM FRIDAY JUNE 19th. No day of registrations allowed.
Entry Fee: Includes 2026 Turnaround Swim T-shirt. Entry fees are non-refundable.
Swim Sponsor: Includes swim registration ($45) one year NRPA membership ($25) and name listed on the 2026 Turnaround Swim publicity ($30). Minimum $95. Any amount above this is welcome. Go to the DONATE section of the website after you register for the race if you wish to ADD your sponsorship.
Distance: One Mile (1/2 mile out and 1/2 mile back). Common start for wetsuit and non-wetsuit divisions.
Limit: 150 participants.
Timing: Ankle chip timing and live results provided by New England Timing
Check In: 7:30 a.m. to 8:40 a.m. No one will be admitted to the Turnaround Swim unless they checked in, signed their waiver, and received a numbered swim cap no later than 8:40 a.m.
Maximum Time: Swimmers are given one hour to complete the swim.
Mandatory Safety Briefing: 8:55 a.m.
Safety: Because of the uncertainty of weather conditions such as fog or lightning, the lifeguards and event committee reserve the right to cancel the event to ensure the safety of the participants.
**For the safety of ALL participants, parking will be provided at the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1240 Boston Neck Rd., Narragansett RI 02882. Parking is free. Two school buses will be making continuous trips to the Boating Center starting at 7:15 am. They will also return swimmers to their cars after the swim. NO PARKING will be allowed near the swim start - no parking on Walmsley Lane nor River Road nor at the Boat House.
THANK YOU!
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Sat, Oct 03, 2026 at 10:00 AMSee full details
Join us for our 2nd Annual Fall trail run/walk through the beautiful Ryan Park in North Kingstown, RI. Proceeds from this event are to benefit North Kingstown Firefighters Association. All registrations prior to September 14th will get a race day t-shirt. There will be medals for top finishers in each age bracket. This race is open to all ages and levels of experience. This is going to be a great time you don't want to miss.