Providence Marathon to resume with new route, different operator and smaller scale

Jacquelyn Voghel

10/23/2024

image_2024-10-23_135551816 — THE PROVIDENCE MARATHON, Half-Marathon and 5K racing event will return to the Ocean State on May 4 after an abrupt cancellation last year, which had been prompted at least partially by the Westbound Washington Bridge closure. Former event operator Rhode Races & Events will return to organize the marathon after a five-year hiatus, during which time Gannett-owned Ventures Endurance LLC ran the event. / COURTESY PROVIDENCE MARATHON

PROVIDENCE – Following a short-notice cancellation attributed to Washington Bridge traffic impacts last year, the Providence Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K event will return to the Ocean State in May 2025. This year’s race, slated to take place on May 4, will host fewer runners than in previous years and will feature a new route

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