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National Watermelon Day Run

Saturday, August 1, 2026

Hartford, Wisconsin

$45Price
37Runners
8/1/2026 08:00Start
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The Experience

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! 🍉🎉

Race Details

Race Day

Saturday, August 1, 2026 · 8/1/2026 08:00

Start Location

3544 Kettle Moraine Rd, Hartford, WI 53027

Course

Loop

Also Offers

13.1 Miles6.2 Miles3.1 Miles3.1 Miles3.1 Miles6.2 Miles0.6 Miles

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Registration

Register online — $45

Race Website

Official race information

Race Performance

Median Finish

2:47:01

12:45/mi pace

Winning Time

1:50:58

8:28/mi pace

Finishers (2025)

37

54% female · 46% male

Reach

4 states

Avg age: 38

Finish Time Distribution (2025)

2:28:46

Top 25%

3:10:03

Top 75%

2025:37 runners2024:24 runners2023:112 runners

Historical Weather

Avg High

81°F

Avg Low

63°F

Precip

0.1 in

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Wind

9.2 mph

71% humidity·Based on 5-year historical data

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