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Watermelon Days 5K Run/Walk
Watermelon Days 5K Run/Walk is a 5K event held in Fayette, Iowa. It was last held on September 12, 2026 and is usually run in September; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- September
- Location
- Fayette, IA
Race details
- Last held
- September 12, 2026
- Usually held in
- September
- Location
- Fayette, Iowa
- Distances
- 5K
- Official website
- runsignup.com
About the Watermelon Days 5K Run/Walk
Join us Saturday morning at the corner of Main Street and Water Street (by DG) for the 18th annual Watermelon Days 5K Run/Walk. Run or walk through this road race that takes you to a paved trail that leads to the Big Rock Golf Course and back into downtown Fayette for the finish on Main Street. Register by August 21st for a guaranteed t-shirt! T-shirts are not guaranteed after the 21st. Registration is $20 and goes up to $30 on race day, September 12th. Awards and raffle prizes at the finish. T…
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Watermelon Days 5K Run/Walk: common questions
- When is the Watermelon Days 5K Run/Walk?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in September. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Watermelon Days 5K Run/Walk held?
- In Fayette, Iowa.
- What distances does the Watermelon Days 5K Run/Walk offer?
- 5K.
- How do I register for the Watermelon Days 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
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