Cider Hill Farm 5K Summer Run

The tradition continues in 2026 on Tuesday, July 28th as we celebrate the 66th running of the NBPT Lions Yankee Homecoming Race.

Imagine a beautiful Summer evening in the seaport town of Newburyport, MA. Thousands of runners will enjoy our breathtaking 5K and 10 Miles courses along the ocean, through the bustling downtown and charming New England neighborhoods. The NBPT Lions Yankee Homecoming 5K and 10M courses are truly picturesque as they have been for decades.

• Everyone registered before July 1st will receive a personalized bib number printed with your name.

• Everyone registered before July 1st will receive a commemorative short-sleeve tech race shirt. After that date, shirts cannot be guaranteed - register early!

• All finishers will receive a custom finisher medal with a sublimated neck ribbon

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The Newburyport Lions Club motto is “We Serve” we have been involved in community service for more than 50 years. Giving to many local charities & volunteering in the Greater Newburyport community including delivering 630 Thanksgiving meals. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit. And a member of the International Lions with millions of members world wide. See what we are up to HERE

This one mile road race, occurring during Newburyport's Historic Yankee Homecoming Festival, features multiple heats including a children's heat with medals for all the little finishers! Cash prizes for overall and age group winners! There will be snacks and beverages at the finish line and beer tickets for a free beer and post race viewing party at the Winner's Circle Sports Bar post race! This year will feature professional race photographers, substantial cash prizes, race announcer Michael Bernier (Enjoy Your Life), T shirts, and finisher ribbons for all.

Register by June 1, 2026 for the best price. Register by July 6, 2026 to guarantee a T shirt. Use code "FAMILY" for a 10% discount when you register 3 or members of your family!

Early number pickup and last minute registration will be available on Saturday August 2th, details will be announced.

Race day registration and number pick up will start at 7:30 a.m. and close promptly at 8:30 a.m. at Atkinson Common (start line) in Newburyport.

Check out photos from previous years and look up your bib number under the "photos" tab!