Rhode Island 5k

Event Location:

Roger Williams Park-Carousel Section
The address is: 1000 Elmwood Avenue Providence Rhode Island 02907

Event Date:

Thursday eve June 13^th 2024.

Event Times:

5:00-6:30:        Team packet pickup, company gathering.
6:30-7:30:        5k run/walk
7:30-9:00:        Post-race party & awards

Testimonials:

“Thanks for organizing such a great event. Dimeo Construction had a great time.”
Denise Helides-Dimeo Construction-CFR Rhode Island

“Thanks for organizing such a fun event. We will be back next year for sure.”
Zach Gagnon-City Personnel

Event Staging:

The pre-race activities (packet pick-up, race night registration, company gathering etc)                         and post-race party will take place at the Carousel section of the Zoo.  Banquet table seating will be available both inside and outside of the Carousel.

Race Course:

The 5k run/walk course will start and finish at the Carousel and will take place entirely within the confines of Roger Williams Park. The run/walk will go past the botanical center, Japanese gardens, zoo and other scenic spots within the park.

Party and Catering

The post-race party featuring free beer and free pizza will take place inside and outside of the Carousel. For companies that want to do something a bit more elaborate on the food and beverage side, you are welcome to cater your own company picnic. We will provide comfortable table seating for your entire team. Our D.J will be playing music from start to finish. Our photographer will be taking team and individual photos which of course are free. Awards at 8 p.m for largest team, team with best tee shirt and fastest teams/ individuals.

Parking:

Plenty of FREE parking will be available at the Carousel, on the surrounding streets around the Carousel and at the Zoo if needed.

Registration Fee:

$45 per team member

On-Line Registration Deadline:

Friday June 7^th at 5 p.m

Team Payment Deadline:

Wednesday June 12^th at 5pm.

Race Day Registration:

Although it’s discouraged, (please sign up in advance) team members who misses the on-line registration deadline can show up on race night and join his or her team as a race night registrant

Team Referrals:

We love and greatly appreciate team referrals. Provide us with the contact name at a prospective company and get a $50 gift card if they register.