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Mid-April · Northeast · Loop

Newport Rhode Races

Newport, RI

Event listed as: Marathon

Registration opens on the organizer's site

Typical start temp
42°F(estimated)
Field size
~800 runners(estimated)
Course
Rolling
Elevation
600 ft gain · 0 ft net(estimated)

Why runners choose this race

A loop course around Newport, RI, with steady rollers that reward even pacing.

Good fit if

  • · Runners who want a low-key start

Think twice if

  • · You want crowds and on-course energy

Course and logistics

Course type
Loop
Surface
Road
Total gain
600 ft(estimated)
Total loss
600 ft(estimated)
Net elevation
0 ft(estimated)
Field size
~800 runners(estimated)
Crowd support
Quiet, low-key
Entry
Easy
Entry fee
$120(most recent listed price)
Day of week
Saturday
Start / finish
Start and finish in the same area

Race details

Typical timing
Mid-April
Next confirmed date
Saturday, April 17, 2027
Registration
Not currently open
Region
Northeast
Editorial tier
Recommended
Prestige
6.0/10(estimated)
Data last reviewed
2026-08-26

Event listed as: Marathon

Good to know

  • Loop course
  • Easy entry

Race-day weather

Modelled from location, month and coastal proximity — not verified race history.

Typical start
42°F(estimated)
By midday
53°F(estimated)
Dew point
35°F(estimated)
ExcellentGoodWarmHeat risk

Typical start sits at 42°F excellent marathon conditions.

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