The Homer Races: The Homer Classic 5k and The Homer Parade Mile!
- Date Sat 8th August 2026 - Sun 9th August 2026
- Time 9:45AM PDT
- Location Silverton, Oregon
- Price $6.30 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling weekend of fun and fitness at The Homer Races, taking place on August 8th and 9th, 2026, in the charming town of Silverton, Marion County! This exciting event features two amazing race options—the Homer Parade Mile and the Homer Classic 5K. Kick off the festivities on Saturday, August 8th at 9:45 AM by leading the Homer Davenport Community Festival Parade with the Parade Mile, where participants will run through downtown Silverton, cheered on by enthusiastic spectators. This memorable one-mile run starts on North Water St. near Silverton Middle School and finishes just past Roth's Fresh Market on North First St.
Then, join us on Sunday, August 9th at 9:00 AM for the Homer Classic 5K, starting and finishing at Silverton High School located at 1456 Pine St. This scenic race showcases the historic Gallon House Bridge, the only covered bridge in Marion County, making it a must-do for any running enthusiast. Whether you’re participating in just one event or taking on the challenge of both with the Do the Duo option, you’ll be supporting local schools and youth fitness programs. Don’t miss out on the chance to
Then, join us on Sunday, August 9th at 9:00 AM for the Homer Classic 5K, starting and finishing at Silverton High School located at 1456 Pine St. This scenic race showcases the historic Gallon House Bridge, the only covered bridge in Marion County, making it a must-do for any running enthusiast. Whether you’re participating in just one event or taking on the challenge of both with the Do the Duo option, you’ll be supporting local schools and youth fitness programs. Don’t miss out on the chance to
Organiser's Description
NEW EVENT! The Homer Parade Mile.
LEAD THE HOMER DAVENPORT COMMUNITY FESTIVAL PARADE! The Homer Parade Mile is Saturday morning, August 8. Runners will "lead" the parade by running the parade route through downtown Silverton, being cheered by the thousands of people lining the parade route.
The start will be on North Water St. near Silverton Middle School and finish just past Roth's Fresh Market on North First St.
Combine The Homer Parade Mile with the Homer's Classic 5k on Sunday to see who is the overall mile/5k winner.
Here are the Homer Davenport Community Festival Race options:
1 MILE RUN: Saturday, August 8, 9:45am start time.
Runners ages 0-9, $0
Runners ages 10-12, $5
Runners over 13, $10
Family price, up to 10 family members, $20
Day of registration ends at 9:15am.
5K RUN: Sunday, August 9, 9:00am start time.
$20 until May 1: $25 May 1 - July 31(online registration ends at 5:00pm) : $30 day of race.
DO THE DUO, 1MILE/5K RUNS: Run the Mile on Saturday, the 8k on Sunday.
$30 until May 1, $35 March 1 - July 31 (online registration ends at 5:00pm). No day of race registration for the combined races.
T-shirts, $ 15 extra. Register before July 14 to be guaranteed a shirt.
Race packets are available day of race.
The Homer Parade Mile is Saturday morning, August 8. Runners will "lead" the parade by running the parade route through downtown Silverton, being cheered by the thousands of people lining the parade route.
The start will be on North Water St. near Silverton Middle School and finish just past Roth's Fresh Market on North First St.
Sunday, August 9,THE HOMER CLASSIC 5K start and finish of is Silverton High School, 1456 Pine St., Silverton, OR. There is plenty of parking at the high school.
The 5k run features a scenic, flat and fast course running through the Historic Gallon House Bridge, the only covered bridge in Marion County.
The races are organized by the Silverton Runners' Club. Proceeds go to support the Silverton, Gervais and Mt. Angel schools' track and cross country programs, scholarships for youth runners to attend running camps, and other local fitness activities.
No dogs or motorized vehicles permitted.
LEAD THE HOMER DAVENPORT COMMUNITY FESTIVAL PARADE! The Homer Parade Mile is Saturday morning, August 8. Runners will "lead" the parade by running the parade route through downtown Silverton, being cheered by the thousands of people lining the parade route.
The start will be on North Water St. near Silverton Middle School and finish just past Roth's Fresh Market on North First St.
Combine The Homer Parade Mile with the Homer's Classic 5k on Sunday to see who is the overall mile/5k winner.
Here are the Homer Davenport Community Festival Race options:
1 MILE RUN: Saturday, August 8, 9:45am start time.
Runners ages 0-9, $0
Runners ages 10-12, $5
Runners over 13, $10
Family price, up to 10 family members, $20
Day of registration ends at 9:15am.
5K RUN: Sunday, August 9, 9:00am start time.
$20 until May 1: $25 May 1 - July 31(online registration ends at 5:00pm) : $30 day of race.
DO THE DUO, 1MILE/5K RUNS: Run the Mile on Saturday, the 8k on Sunday.
$30 until May 1, $35 March 1 - July 31 (online registration ends at 5:00pm). No day of race registration for the combined races.
T-shirts, $ 15 extra. Register before July 14 to be guaranteed a shirt.
Race packets are available day of race.
The Homer Parade Mile is Saturday morning, August 8. Runners will "lead" the parade by running the parade route through downtown Silverton, being cheered by the thousands of people lining the parade route.
The start will be on North Water St. near Silverton Middle School and finish just past Roth's Fresh Market on North First St.
Sunday, August 9,THE HOMER CLASSIC 5K start and finish of is Silverton High School, 1456 Pine St., Silverton, OR. There is plenty of parking at the high school.
The 5k run features a scenic, flat and fast course running through the Historic Gallon House Bridge, the only covered bridge in Marion County.
The races are organized by the Silverton Runners' Club. Proceeds go to support the Silverton, Gervais and Mt. Angel schools' track and cross country programs, scholarships for youth runners to attend running camps, and other local fitness activities.
No dogs or motorized vehicles permitted.
Races
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Homer's Classic 5K Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 9th August 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$22.20
5k start and finish at Silverton High School. 1456 Pine St. Silverton, OR US 97381 Race fees: $20 Jan1 - April 30 $25 May 1 - Aug 8 $30 Day of race $15.00 for technical style t-shirt Registrations after July 14 are not guaranteed a shirt. Packet pick up and day of registration, 7:15am-8:45am -
Homer's Parade Mile Run
Incl. $1.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (9:45AM PDT)
$6.30
Park at Roth's grocery. Take the shuttle to the start of the parade at Silverton Middle School. There will not be parking at the Middle School. Race fees: Runners ages 0-10, $0 Runners over 10-12, $5 Runners over 12, $10 $15.00 for technical style t-shirt Registrations after July 14 are not guaranteed a shirt. -
Homer's Parade Mile and Homer's Classic 5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (9:45AM PDT)
$32.80
Test your mile speed and your endurance. Sign up for both the mile run and the 5k. Your combined times will be calculated to see who determine the mile/5k champion. Race fees: $30 Jan 1 - August 7 $15.00 for technical style t-shirt Registrations after July 14 are not guaranteed a shirt.
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