Girls on the Run Rhode Island will host its annual 5K event on May 21 at Colt State Park. Girls on the Run is a physical activity-based, positive youth development program that uses fun running games and dynamic discussions to teach life skills to girls in 3rd to 8th grade. During the ten-week program, girls participate in lessons that foster confidence, build peer connections and encourage community service while they prepare for an end-of-season celebratory 5K event.

Participation in the 5K event on May 21 is open to the public and all proceeds will benefit Girls on the Run Rhode Island. The 5K is a certified flat course that winds through beautiful Colt State Park and finishes along the water. The 1-Mile Family Fun Run is perfect for all ages and starts and finishes along the bay. Last season ’s 5k event brought together over 800 participants including program participants, their family and friends and community members. 5K registration cost is $32 and includes an event race shirt. 1-Mile Family Fun Run is $16 and all youth finishers will receive a finisher medal at the finish line. Day of registration prices will increase.

Packet pick up will be on race day at Colt State Park starting at 8 a.m. The 1-Mile Family Fun Run will start at 9 a.m. and the 5K will start at 10 a.m. The event will open at 8 a.m. on May 21 at Colt State Park and early arrival is suggested. For more information about the event, how to register and volunteer opportunities visit www.gotrri.org.