From the Organizer
H.A.M. Henderson Masonic Lodge will be hosting the Watermelon Festival 5K again. This is now a race in the Bowling Green Running Club Grand Prix for 2026. Join us for a fun, challenging race. This is a timed race and trophies will be given out. Money raised will be used towards the Kids Christmas fund. Please contact Shad Welch, 417-274-9096, shadwelch@me for signup information. To be guaranteed a t-shirt, register before Aug 28th.
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Watermelon Festival 5K
Sep 5, 2026