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Kellogg Watermelon Fest 5K

Kellogg Watermelon Fest 5K is a running race on September 12, 2026 in Kellogg, MN, with an entry fee of $25.

Date
September 12, 2026 (61 days to go)
Price
$25
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Join us at our 80th Annual Kellogg Watermelon Festival by partaking in our 5K.  You may run or walk, but make sure you have fun!  Don't forget to bring your friends!  Pre-register by August 30th to receive a T-Shirt.

Events

Kellogg Watermelon Fest 5K$25

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

73°

Typical Low

55°

Chance of Rain

31%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Alma Dam 4, 4 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:43 AMSunset 7:23 PMDaylight 12h 40m

Host City

About Kellogg, MN

Nearest Airport

RST

Rochester International Airport · 37 mi

Major Hub

MSP

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 72 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Kellogg Watermelon Fest 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

61

Days to train

Race
Kellogg Watermelon Fest 5K
Date
September 12, 2026

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Kellogg than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Lodging
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From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Kellogg Watermelon Fest 5K?+
Kellogg Watermelon Fest 5K is a running race held in Kellogg, Minnesota on September 12, 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 Kellogg Watermelon Fest 5K?+
Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Kellogg, Minnesota at 100 Belvedere Ave. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Kellogg Watermelon Fest 5K?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Kellogg Watermelon Fest 5K

Sep 12, 2026

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