Atkins Watermelon Days 5k Walk/Run or 1-Mile Fun Run 2026
- Date
- August 8, 2026
- Location
- 320 Second Ave, Atkins, IA
- Distance
- Atkins Watermelon Days 5k Walk/Run 2026 · Atkins Watermelon Days 1-Mile Fun Run 2026
From the Organizer
Saturday, August 8, 2026, 7:30 AM
Start - Finish is located at the Atkins City Park Pavilion on the west side of the park. The race start time is 7:30 AM. The course will be on the streets & will be chip timed! Packets can be picked up before the race at the Atkins City Park Pavilion on the west side of the park starting at 7:00AM.
AWARDS: Medals will be given to the top 3 places in each division and trophies to overall male & female runners! NOTE: The top 3 places overall will be given awards for the 1-Mile.
- Females: 13 & Under, 14–19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50–59, 60–69, 70 & Over
- Males: 13 & Under, 14–19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50–59, 60–69, 70 & Over
Registration Fee: $30 (includes t-shirt until 7/13)
Proceeds support the Atkins Community Club
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
82°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cedar Rapids Muni Ap, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Atkins, IA
Elevation
865 ft
Nearest Airport
CID
The Eastern Iowa Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 97 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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- Race
- Atkins Watermelon Days 5k Walk/Run or 1-Mile Fun Run 2026
- Date
- August 8, 2026
- Location
- 320 Second Ave, Atkins, IA
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- What is the Atkins Watermelon Days 5k Walk/Run or 1-Mile Fun Run 2026?
- Atkins Watermelon Days 5k Walk/Run or 1-Mile Fun Run 2026 is a running race held in Atkins, Iowa on August 8, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Atkins Watermelon Days 5k Walk/Run or 1-Mile Fun Run 2026?
- Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Atkins, Iowa at 320 Second Ave, Atkins, IA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Atkins Watermelon Days 5k Walk/Run or 1-Mile Fun Run 2026?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Atkins Watermelon Days 5k Walk/Run or 1-Mile Fun Run 2026
Aug 8, 2026