Before the Parade
Kick off parade day in Newport with the Loyalty Days Run — a one-mile race down Highway 101 just minutes before the Loyalty Days Parade begins.
Run the mile, then stay and enjoy the Loyalty Days Parade and the Sea Fair Festival.
Register for the Race
Competitive Mile
Community Mile
Choose Your Race
COMMUNITY MILE
WALK/RUN
A fun, non-competitive one-mile run or walk for families, kids, and community members.
• Run or walk at your own pace
• Strollers welcome
• Race bib included for photos
• Event shirt included
COMPETITIVE MILE
TIMED RACE
A timed one-mile race for runners looking to compete.
• Chip timing
• Official results
• Awards for top finishers
• Event shirt included
Course
Start: Highway 101 & NW 20th Street
Finish: Near McKay’s Market
The one-mile course begins with a flat start on Highway 101, rolls into a long gradual downhill, and finishes with a short uphill near the finish line.
Highway 101 will be temporarily closed for the race.
Loyalty Days Run Start Line
Race Day Schedule
10:00 AM — Packet pickup opens (Safeway parking lot near the start)
11:30 AM — Highway 101 closes
11:40 AM — Competitive Mile start
11:45 AM — Community Mile start
12:00 PM — Loyalty Days Parade begins
Race Day Countdown
About Loyalty Days
The Loyalty Days & Sea Fair Festival is a beloved Newport tradition celebrating patriotism, community, and coastal culture.
Enjoy a full weekend of festivities including the Loyalty Days Parade, live entertainment, family activities, food vendors, and community events throughout the city.
Run the mile, then stay and enjoy the celebration.
