National Watermelon Day Run
- Date
- August 1, 2026
- Distance
- Half Marathon · Half Marathon - Early Start · 10K & more
From the Organizer
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! 🍉🎉
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
80°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hartford Wwtp, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hartford, WI
Population
15,761
as of 2023
Elevation
997 ft
Nearest Airport
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 35 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at National Watermelon Day Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
54
Days to train
- Race
- National Watermelon Day Run
- Date
- August 1, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the National Watermelon Day Run?
- National Watermelon Day Run is a running race held in Hartford, Wisconsin on August 1, 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 National Watermelon Day Run?
- Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Hartford, Wisconsin at 3544 Kettle Moraine Rd, Hartford, WI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the National Watermelon Day Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
National Watermelon Day Run
Aug 1, 2026