NBPT Lions Yankee Homecoming Road Race

NBPT Lions Yankee Homecoming Road Race

Tue July 28, 2026

Newburyport, MA 01950 US

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.

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.

Race Start Time

5K = 6:00 PM EDT

10M = 6:10 PM EDT

Course Limit

10 Mile Course Limit is 2 ½ hours for the 10 mile race. To finish within this time limit athletes should maintain a pace of at least 15 minutes per mile.

Number / Shirt Pickup and Race Day Registration

Where: Newburyport High School

When: Tuesday, July 28th

Time: 12:00 Noon until 6:00 PM

Registration

Online registration will close on Monday, July 27th at 7:00 PM

Awards

• Individual Awards (5K & 10M): Overall Winner Cash Prizes: 1st place = $300, 2nd place = $150, 3rd place = $75. Age group awards are based on chip time. Certificates awarded to Top 3 in categories from 14 & Under to 85 & Over.
• Team Awards (5K & 10M): Certificates awarded to top 3 Teams. Minimum of five runners to form a scoring team. Each team must have at least one female runner.
• Special Awards (5K & 10M): PAULA O’NEIL PORT PACE AWARD (first female Newburyport resident finisher) - $100 Newburyport Chamber of Commerce Gift Card. JON PEARSON AWARD (first male Newburyport resident finisher) - $100 Newburyport Chamber of Commerce Gift Card.