2026 Louisiana Watermelon Festival 5k
- Date
- July 25, 2026
- Location
- 403 N. Main St, Farmerville, LA
- Distance
- 5k Run
From the Organizer
The 2026 Louisiana Watermelon Festival 5k event offers a great challenge to local runners and walkers. This course is a fast first mile downhill followed by what we like to affectionately call Watermelon Mountain at mile 2.
This year, proceeds from the event will go to Willpower Foundation, Inc. This is a non-profit organization made up of volunteers in Northeast Louisiana that host events to race money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Learn more about the organization from their website linktr.ee/willpowerfoundation.
To top it all off, at the end of the race there will be slices of locally grown Louisiana Watermelon for all finishers to enjoy.
Your race entry will include this year's race t-shirt guaranteed for online registration until July 14th, 2026!
Race day registration begins at 6:30 AM in parking lot in front of the Farmerville First Baptist Church, 403 N. Main St., Farmerville, LA 71241.
Race begins at 7:30 AM
Awards will be given for the following Age groups:
Male and Female
1st Overall
1st Overall Masters
1st, 2nd & 3rd Place
0-9 10-14
15-19 20-24
25-29 30-34
35-39 40-44
45-49 50-54
55-59 60-64
65-69 70 and over
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES: July 25th at 4p
RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL BE $40
Roller blades and skates are prohibited on the racecourse.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 Louisiana Watermelon Festival 5k?
- 2026 Louisiana Watermelon Festival 5k is a running event held in Farmerville, LA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the 2026 Louisiana Watermelon Festival 5k?
- Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Farmerville, LA at 403 N. Main St, Farmerville, LA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 Louisiana Watermelon Festival 5k?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
2026 Louisiana Watermelon Festival 5k
Jul 25, 2026