Arkansas · 5K
Hope Watermelon 5K
Hope Watermelon 5K is a 5K event held in Hope, Arkansas. It was last held on August 8, 2026 and is usually run in August; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- August
- Location
- Hope, AR
Race details
- Last held
- August 8, 2026
- Usually held in
- August
- Location
- Hope, Arkansas
- Distances
- 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked October 19, 2026: completed
- Start time
- 7:30 AM CDT
- Course profile
- Loop course; Road surface; USATF certified
About the Hope Watermelon 5K
•Race hosted by the Melonvine Striders. USATF Course Certification #: AR24012WJT -Every participant receives a locally grown genuine Hope Watermelon :) - High School Track Girls / Boys Team Competition (Need 5 girls and/or 5 boys for a team) Please email race for instructions. 5K AWARDS: Overall Top 3 Male and Female in Open, Masters, Grandmasters and Senior. Overall top 3 Male and Female Walkers, Top 3 Wheelchairs, Girls and Boys High School Track team award. Awards are given 3 deep in the fo…
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Hope Watermelon 5K: common questions
- When is the Hope Watermelon 5K?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in August. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Hope Watermelon 5K held?
- In Hope, Arkansas.
- What distances does the Hope Watermelon 5K offer?
- 5K.
- How do I register for the Hope Watermelon 5K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Hope Watermelon 5K?
- Registration status as last checked October 19, 2026: completed.
- What time does the Hope Watermelon 5K start?
- 7:30 AM CDT.
- What is the course like at the Hope Watermelon 5K?
- Loop course; Road surface; USATF certified.
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