National Watermelon Day Run
About this race
National Watermelon Day Run 🍉🏃♀️
Celebrate summer’s sweetest day with a refreshing run or walk at the National Watermelon Day Run! Whether you’re here to race, stroll, or just enjoy a slice of fun, this event is the perfect way to beat the heat and celebrate all things watermelon.
Event Highlights:
- Distance Options: 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon—something for every level of runner or walker.
- Post-Race Watermelon: Cool off and refresh with juicy, ice-cold watermelon slices at the finish line.
- Scenic Course: Enjoy a beautiful, shaded trail that keeps you close to nature.
- Family-Friendly Fun: Bring the whole crew for a day of running, walking, and watermelon-filled memories.
Whether you’re a competitive runner or just in it for the watermelon, this fun-filled event will leave you smiling, satisfied, and a little sticky. Join us for the National Watermelon Day Run—a sweet way to celebrate summer! 🍉🎉
Pick your distance
Running
Half Marathon
Half Marathon - Early Start
10K
5K Run
5K Ruck
10K Ruck
Kiddos 1K
Walking
5K Walk
Typical race-day weather
Based on 10 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Hartford.
About Hartford
National Watermelon Day Run takes place in Hartford, Wisconsin, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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