Pawtuxet River Run of the Mills 5k

Pawtuxet River 5k: Run of the Mills is a family-friendly 5k race/walk in Coventry, Rhode Island, hosted by the Pawtuxet River Authority and Watershed Council. The course runs along the Pawtuxet River on the Coventry Greenway rail trail, featuring three trestle bridges and scenic views of the river, two historic mills, and a jog through the Anthony Historic District (on the National Register). The route starts near Rice Memorial Field on Knotty Oak Road (51 Knotty Oak Rd), Coventry, and winds along shoreline paths past dam features at Laurel Avenue and Clariant Falls.

Proceeds support river protection and sneaker recycling efforts. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.