Dresden River Park, Dresden OH
Saturday, August 1st, 2026
Dresden Melon Festival 5K & 10K
Join us Saturday, Aug. 1st at 9:30am for the NEW Dresden Melon Festival 10K & 5k Race and kids 100m Dash located at the Village of Dresden River Park Boat Ramp.
WHEN & WHERE
- Date: Saturday, August 1st at 9:30am
- Location: Village of Dresden River Park boat ramp - located just below Tri-Valley High School
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP & RACE DAY REGISTRATION
- Location: Village of Dresden River Park boat ramp
- Time: Starting at 8:00am
RACE COURSE
- Trail Type: Paved trails
- Route: Out and back route following the scenic Dresden bike trail and Muskingum River
- Finish Line: Traditional 100yd grass finish under tree canopy
- Start/Finish: Village of Dresden River Park boat ramp
AWARDS
- Categories: Top Three Overall male and female finishers
- Age Groups: Awards will be issued in each age category: 12-under, 13-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
- Eligibility: Walkers are welcome!
RACE RESULTS
- Notification: Automatic text and email results will be sent immediately following finish
- On-site Results: Available at Results Kiosks and race website
RACE PACKETS & FINISHLINE PERKS
- Included: Custom softstyle t-shirt, race bib, and other sponsor items
- Post-Race: Water and refreshments will be available
- T-shirt Guarantee: Participants registered by July 22nd are guaranteed a t-shirt
- Extra T-shirts: Available on a first come first served basis on race day
ENTRY FEES
- Early Registration: Through July 26th – $25
- Late Entry: From July 27th to race day - $30
- Kids 100m Dash: Free (T-shirt NOT included)
REFUND POLICY
If we are unable to safely hold an in-person race for any reason including pandemic or Mother Nature, we will automatically convert all registrations to a non-refundable virtual event as opposed to rescheduling. Updates will be posted on the race website.
RACE CONTACT
For any questions, please contact:
- Timing Company: Muskingum Multisports @ 740-819-9300
MORE INFORMATION
For additional details, visit the official race page.
