Watermelon 5K Fort Lauderdale

Event Overview

Get ready to squeeze the most out of your summer at the Watermelon 5K Fort Lauderdale, taking place on August 8, 2026, at the beautiful TY Park. This vibrant event centers around a refreshing theme: all the delicious, juicy watermelon you can handle! Perfect for casual walkers and seasoned runners alike, crossing the finish line reveals the ultimate reward—a sweet, hydrating, and naturally healthy feast to help you cool down and replenish your energy after conquering the 5K course.

Timing and Competition

• Official Timing: Every stride you take will be officially tracked, as the event is professionally chip-timed by Victory Sports.
• Accurate Measurement: Lace up your sneakers with confidence knowing that your hard work will be accurately measured down to the millisecond.
• Awards: Special awards will be proudly presented to the top three overall male and female finishers.
• Age Group Recognition: Awards will also be given to top performers across various age groups.

Participant Perks

• Race Swag: Every registered participant will receive a personalized race bib integrated with an RFID timing chip.
• Event Shirt: Participants will also get an event shirt to commemorate their experience.
• Finisher Medal: A beautiful finisher medal will be given to all finishers to celebrate their achievement.
• Fitness Party: The morning will transform into a full-blown fitness party featuring lively music, dancing, and endless slices of crisp watermelon.

Location and Registration

Join us at 3300 N Park Rd, Hollywood, FL. For more details and to register, visit the official race page.