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National Watermelon Day Run

National Watermelon Day Run

Race Date

Aug 1, 2026

Location

Hartford, WI

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! 🍉🎉

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, August 1, 2026

Start Time

8:00 AM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

3544 Kettle Moraine Rd, Hartford, WI, 53027

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Elevation Gain

0'

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

13.1 Miles6.2 Miles3.1 Miles0.6 Miles

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

63°

Afternoon (High)

81°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.1"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

71%

Humidity

Race Photos

Historical Finish Time Distribution

858 finishers across 7 years

1:253:40

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