The Homer Races: The Homer Classic 8k race, 2 mile run/walk, and The Homer Parade Mile!
- Date Sat 1st August 2026 - Sun 2nd August 2026
- Time 9:45AM PDT
- Location Silverton, Oregon
- Price $6.30 - $32.80
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 1 Mile
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Get ready for an exciting weekend of running and community spirit at The Homer Races, taking place on August 1-2, 2026, in the charming town of Silverton, Marion County, Oregon! Kick off the festivities with the inaugural Homer Parade Mile on Saturday, where participants will lead the vibrant parade through downtown Silverton, cheered on by enthusiastic crowds. This fun-filled mile run starts at 9:45 AM on North Water St. and is open to runners of all ages, making it a perfect family event.
On Sunday, join the fun with The Homer Classic 8K and a 2-mile run/walk, both of which start and finish at Silverton High School. The 8K features a scenic course that takes you past the historic Gallon House Bridge, providing a picturesque backdrop for your run. Whether you're a seasoned runner or new to the sport, there are race options for everyone, including the chance to compete for the overall mile/8K winner title by participating in both events. With proceeds supporting local schools and youth running programs, this is an opportunity to enjoy a fantastic community event while promoting fitness and healthy living. Don't miss out on the fun—mark your calendars for August 1-
On Sunday, join the fun with The Homer Classic 8K and a 2-mile run/walk, both of which start and finish at Silverton High School. The 8K features a scenic course that takes you past the historic Gallon House Bridge, providing a picturesque backdrop for your run. Whether you're a seasoned runner or new to the sport, there are race options for everyone, including the chance to compete for the overall mile/8K winner title by participating in both events. With proceeds supporting local schools and youth running programs, this is an opportunity to enjoy a fantastic community event while promoting fitness and healthy living. Don't miss out on the fun—mark your calendars for August 1-
Organiser's Description
NEW EVENT! The Homer Parade Mile.
LEAD THE HOMER DAVENPORT COMMUNITY FESTIVAL PARADE! The Homer Parade Mile is Saturday morning, August 1. 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 8k on Sunday to see who is the overall mile/8k winner.
Here are the Homer Davenport Community Festival Race options:
1 MILE RUN: Saturday, August 1, 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.
2 MILE RUN/WALK: Sunday, August 3, 9:00am start time.
$20 until May 1: $25 Mary 1 - July 31 (online registration ends at 5:00pm) : $30 day of race.
8K RUN: Sunday, August 3, 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/8K 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 1. 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 2,THE HOMER CLASSIC 8K AND 2 MILE RUN/WALK start and finish of is Silverton High School, 1456 Pine St., Silverton, OR. There is plenty of parking at the high school.
The 8k 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 1. 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 8k on Sunday to see who is the overall mile/8k winner.
Here are the Homer Davenport Community Festival Race options:
1 MILE RUN: Saturday, August 1, 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.
2 MILE RUN/WALK: Sunday, August 3, 9:00am start time.
$20 until May 1: $25 Mary 1 - July 31 (online registration ends at 5:00pm) : $30 day of race.
8K RUN: Sunday, August 3, 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/8K 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 1. 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 2,THE HOMER CLASSIC 8K AND 2 MILE RUN/WALK start and finish of is Silverton High School, 1456 Pine St., Silverton, OR. There is plenty of parking at the high school.
The 8k 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 8K Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 2nd August 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$22.20
2mile and 8k start and finish at Silverton High School. 1456 Pine St. Silverton, OR US 97381 Race fees: $20 Jan1 - April 30 $25 May 1 - July 1 $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 -
2 Mile Run and Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 2nd August 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
$22.20
2 mile and 8k start and finish at Silverton High School. 1456 Pine St. Silverton, OR US 97381 Race fees: $20 Jan1 - April 30 $25 May 1 - July 1 $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 1st 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 8k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 1st August 2026 (9:45AM PDT)
$32.80
Test your mile speed and your endurance. Sign up for both the mile run and the 8k. Your combined times will be calculated to see who determine the mile/8k champion. Race fees: $30 Jan 1 - July 31 $15.00 for technical style t-shirt Registrations after July 14 are not guaranteed a shirt.
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