Boots on the Ground for Heroes 5K 2026 — Newport, RI

Date
May 23, 2026
Location
Newport, RI
Venue
80 Fort Adams Drive
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$35.00
Events
5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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On May 23, 2026, Boots on the Ground for Heroes 5K takes place in Newport, Rhode Island at Fort Adams Drive. The event features a 3.3-mile run starting at 9:00 AM with an entry fee of $35. This race supports a military-focused cause while offering runners a chance to compete on Rhode Island's historic coastal grounds. The relatively modest entry price and morning start time make it accessible for athletes planning a weekend race trip to the Newport area. Whether you're training for longer distances or looking for a shorter, purposeful race experience, this event provides a straightforward running opportunity combined with community support.

From the Race Organizer
The Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial 5K Walk/Run will take place following a ceremony honoring the 29 Rhode Islander’s killed post 9/11 in the Global War on Terror. The course will run through picturesque Fort Adams State Park and begin and end on the parade field inside the historic Fort. Proceeds from the 5k will support the Memorial and Operation Stand Down Rhode Island, the State’s primary non-profit serving homeless and at-risk veterans. Registered participants are asked to arrive beginning at 7:30am. A 25-minute ceremony honoring the fallen will begin at 9:00am, followed by the start of the Run/Walk at 10:00 am. The Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial was launched by OSDRI in 2016. The Memorial depicts over 7,000 boots adorned with flags and name placards representing the lives of the U.S. service members killed in action post-9/11 in the Global War on Terror. The exhibition has been seen by tens of thousands of visitors since its creation. Every fallen service member

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Boots on the Ground for Heroes 5K 2026 — Newport, RI?

Boots on the Ground for Heroes 5K 2026 — Newport, RI takes place on May 23, 2026. The race is held in Newport, Rhode Island.

Where is Boots on the Ground for Heroes 5K 2026 — Newport, RI held?

Boots on the Ground for Heroes 5K 2026 — Newport, RI is held at 80 Fort Adams Drive in Newport, Rhode Island.

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