
From the Organizer
A sweet treat in the summer heat!
Join us on Sunday, August 23rd, 2026 for the 2nd annual Watermelon Dash Dallas. This sweet race is the 3rd in a three-race series, all designed to keep you fit and refreshed this summer.
The Summer Dash Series includes the Lemonade Dash, Popsicle Dash, and Watermelon Dash. All are great family events!
Events
Weather
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
96°
Typical Low
77°
Chance of Rain
18%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dallas Love Fld, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
1,299,553
as of 2023
Elevation
478 ft
Nearest Airport
DAL
Dallas Love Field · 5 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Watermelon Dash Dallas, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
DFW Summer Series Race 2
Less than a mile away
Peticolas Running Club Social Run/Walk - June
Less than a mile away
DFW Summer Series Race 3
Less than a mile away
FFF5K Social Run/Walk with Community Beer Company - June
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
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.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most 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)
Watermelon Dash Dallas
Aug 23, 2026