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Town of New Shoreham
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Events organized by Town of New Shoreham
4 events
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Sun, Oct 11, 2026 at 1:30 PMSee full details
This half marathon will begin and end at the Fred Benson Town Beach Pavilion. The beginning of the race heads north in a flat stretch followed by a gentle uplift to some steeper hills and turns. Runners will see the Great Salt Pond, beach dunes, The North Lighthouse and much more.
At the North Light,turn back and get ready for a challenging loop around the beautiful west side of the island. Lots of hills and turns. Rolling pastures, stone walls, farmhouses and the beautiful blue Atlantic are the backdrop.
The last stretch takes you down Airport Hill and back to the Pavillion.
October on Block Island is stunning!
Event details and schedule
The 7th Annual Block Island Half Marathon
Sunday, October 11th , 2026 Start/Finish Fred Benson Town Beach
12:30 PM-3:30PM
cost: $50 (non refundable)
T-shirts are guaranteed to all pre-race registrants
water stops will be available every 3 miles
Covid restrictions may be in place at Race time. Participants must follow all restrictions in order to participate
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Sat, Nov 28, 2026 at 1:30 AMSee full details
This great event is held in remembrance of Island Legend Adrian Mitchell. This is a fun 5k run /walk fundraiser event to assist in the cost of the annual Block Island Ski Trip
Come and enjoy an awesome event on Block Island. This 5K is timed perfectly so you can enjoy the holiday festivities on the island. You can run or walk whichever you choose. The start and finish line are at the Fred Benson Town Beach Pavilion on Corn Neck Rd.
Event details and schedule
The Race starts at 1:30 pm sharp. The start and finish are at Fred Benson Town Beach. Packet/T-shirt pickup starts at 12 noon. T-shirts are guaranteed ONLY to those who pre-register. Day of sign up is available for $50.00. This is a rain or shine event. In the event that the boats are cancelled, the race may be postponed to a later date.
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Sat, Aug 01, 2026 at 10:00 AMSee full details
THIS EVENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 500 WHO REGISTER.
IT MAY SELL OUT!
The Island's largest and most popular race begins with a 1/4 mile open water ocean swim; followed by 12 miles of biking over rolling hills with breathtaking views of the island. The last stretch is a 4 mile run on beautiful Crescent Beach.
Questions? Call Dave or Mac 401-466-3223. email: [email protected].
Event details and schedule
The race begins at 9:00 a.m.There is a 6:00am boat departing Point Judith race morning. If you aren't on the island Friday night, you will be required to take this boat. Please don't forget to buy a ticket for your bike. If you plan on being on island Friday night, make reservations now. If the ferry is cancelled race day, or there is severe weather; the race will be cancelled. Race fee is non-refundable.
Roads are NOT closed during the bike portion.
Helmets for the bike portion of the race are MANDATORY!!!!
Anyone not wearing a helmet for ANY portion of the bike segment will be disqualified!!!
There will be NO day of registration. The last day to register for this event will be Thursday July 31st online only!
Packet pickup will be held from 5 to 6 Friday July 31st and on Saturday August 1st from 7 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. at Fred Benson Town Beach
Covid restrictions may be in place at the time of the race. All participants must follow the established Covid protocols that are in place at race time or they will not be allowed to participate
To purchase Ferry Tickets for the 6 a.m. ferry go to:
Tickets for the special charter go on sale a few weeks before the race, check the website for availabilty.
This boat is a special charter and wont be on their normal schedule
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Sat, May 09, 2026 at 2:00 AMSee full details
This spring race (an island favorite) takes runners over a scenic 10K course with breathtaking views of beautiful Block Island. The race includes a little bit of everything: dirt roads with stone walls and rolling pastures, a winding track overlooking the Atlantic, and at mile 4 racers meet "the wall", a steep, double tiered, narrow climb. Every mile is different. This race has a loyal following. The race starts at 1:00 pm at the Block Island School. Questions ? Please call 401-466-3223 ask for Dave or Mac. Or send us an email at [email protected]
If the ferry is cancelled race day, then the race will be postponed until Sunday May 11th.
Fees (non refundable)
$30
Additional Date Information
The Race begins at 1:00pm.
The Start and Finish will be at The Block Island School
Certain Covid restrictions may be in place. All participants will be required to follow any Covid restrictions.
Event details and schedule
packet pickup/ day of registration will be at the Block Island School starting at 9 a.m. the day of the race
an informational e-mail including maps will be sent a few days before the race to the email the runner registered with
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Distance: 23.7 km from Block IslandNov 8 – 9, 2026 at 8:00 AM
visit www.oceanstatemultisport.com and click course information
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Distance: 23.7 km from Block IslandThu, Nov 26, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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