Brightstar Downtown 5K

Sun, Sep 13, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT

Location: 10 Memorial Boulevard, Providence, RI 02903
Type: Run

Official registration Past results

Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).

Race feel

A competitive 5K in downtown Providence with chip timing, age group awards, and fun youth races for the younger crowd.

Competitive

Great for

Beginner Friendly
All Genders Welcome
Kids & Youth

The Brightstar Downtown 5K invites runners to experience a timed race through Providence, Rhode Island. This event offers a competitive atmosphere with awards for top overall and age group finishers across multiple categories, including non-binary. Families can also enjoy dedicated youth races for different age groups, making it a welcoming morning for all. Walkers are welcome in the 5K, ensuring a place for various paces.

What to expect

* Experience a timed 5K race through downtown Providence.
* Youth races are available for ages 1-10, with different distances.
* Walkers are welcome in the 5K and will start at the back.

Standout details

Youth races for ages 1-10
Chip timing for accurate results
Awards for top overall and age group finishers
Team awards for Family & Friends and Corporate

Perks & features

Awards
Chip Timed

From the public listing; confirm on the official site.

Distances & registration

3 options

Use the official signup link above for all distances.

0.25 Miles
1 option · closes Sep 12, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
4mo 13d 6h 48m left
- Youth Races
  Closes Sep 12, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT · From $18.85
Other options
1 option · closes Sep 12, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
4mo 13d 6h 48m left
- VIRTUAL Downtown 5K Run/Walk
  Closes Sep 12, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT · From $38.99
5K
1 option · closes Sep 12, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
4mo 13d 6h 48m left
- Downtown 5K
  Closes Sep 12, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT · From $38.99

Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.

From the organizer

RACE INFORMATION

Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026. Downtown 5K start time: 10:00 a.m. Youth races start time: 9:00 a.m.

There will be two youth races for boys and two races for girls for ages 1 to 5 (100 yards) and ages 6 to 10 (1/4 mile). Start location: Memorial Blvd,, Providence, Rhode Island.

Chip timing. T-shirts for all entrants.

For safety reasons, please follow these safety rules. No pets allowed. Baby strollers are allowed for walkers only. Walkers will line up at the back for the start of the 5k. Thank you.

ENTRY FEES

ONLINE Downtown 5K $34 to 3/31/2026 $36 from 4/1/2026 to 7/31/2026 $38 from 8/1/2026 to 9/12/2026 5K race day entry fee: $45

Youth races. Presented by Providence Country Day School.

$15 to 3/31/2026 $16 from 4/1/2026 to 7/31/2026 $17 from 8/1/2026 to 9/12/2026 Race weekend Saturday and Sunday. Youth race: $20

Online entries close 9/12/2026 at 8:00 p.m. Sorry no refunds.

REGISTRATION & PACKET PICKUP

We encourage everyone who is able to pick up their race number before race day to make for a stress-free race morning!

Pre-Race Packet Pickup

Friday, September 11th , 2026 // noon to 6:00 p.m. Location: Marathon Sports, Providence Place, Level One, 1 Providence Place, Providence, RI

Saturday, September 12th, 2026 // 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Location: Marathon Sports, Providence Place, Level One, 1 Providence Place, Providence, RI

Race Day, Sunday, September 13th // 8:30 a.m. Location: Marathon Sports, Providence Place, Level One, 1 Providence Place, Providence, RI

Youth races start at 9:00 a.m. 5K starts at 10:00 a.m.

AWARDS

Prize Structure 5K Individual Awards:

Top 3 Overall Women/Men/Non-Binary

Winner Men/Women (age 19 and under) Winner Men/Women (age 20-29) Winner Men/Women (age 30-39) Winner Men/Women (age 40-49) Winner Men/Women (age 50-59) Winner Men/Women (age 60-64) Winner Men/Women (age 65-69) Winner Men/Women (age 70-74) Winner Men/Women (age 65-79) Winner Men/Women (age 80-84) Winner Men/Women (age 85-90) Winner Men/Women (age 90+)

NOTE: Overall awards are based on "Gun Time" and Age Group awards based on "Chip Time"

TEAMS

Family and Friends.(Unlimited team entries. Top 3 times score) Award to winning Team Corporate teams (Unlimited team entries. Top 3 times score) Award to winning Team Note: "Family and Friends" and "Corporate Teams" awards awards are based on chip time.

Entry fee is same as individual fees shown above. Teams must use the online system for team entries.

PARKING

Parking is available at Providence Place parking lots.