National Watermelon Day Run

Hartford, WI | Saturday, August 1, 2026Registration Open

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! 

Available Distances

Awards & Prizes

Participant Giveaway

13.1 Miles: T-Shirt

0.6 Miles: T-Shirt

Registration & Pricing

Distance	Price	Opens	Closes
13.1 Miles	$45.00	Dec 11	Jun 2
	$50.00	Jun 2	Jul 18
	$52.50	Jul 18	Jul 25
	$55.00	Jul 25	Jul 31
	$70.00	Jul 31	Aug 1
6.2 Miles	$32.50	Dec 11	Apr 3
	$35.00	Apr 3

Past Results

10K

Year	Finishers	Median Time	Fastest Time
2025	173	1:05:03	41:02
2024	149	1:07:32	41:22
2023	179	1:06:36	39:50
2022	161	1:14:31	43:33
2021	107	1:08:32	42:32
2020	28	1:06:14	30:31
2019	139	1:06:25	15:49

5K

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Year	Finishers	Median Time	Fastest Time
2025	250	46:38	25:39
2024	224	46:53	25:10
2023	266	46:02	23:03
2022	170	50:52	27:29
2021	121	44:46	29:06
2019	169	46:39	27:24

Year	Finishers	Median Time	Fastest Time
2025	165	2:20:02	1:25:04
2024	136	2:22:02	1:29:24
2023	112	2:18:54	1:27:19
2022	130	2:31:20	1:35:19
2021	179	2:17:28	1:26:39
2020	73	2:19:32	1:30:52
2019	125	2:21:08	1:33:28