Michigan · 1 Mile · 5K
Howell Melon Run
Howell Melon Run is a 1 Mile and 5K event held in Howell, Michigan. It was last held on August 14, 2026 and is usually run in August; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- August
- Location
- Howell, MI
Race details
- Last held
- August 14, 2026
- Usually held in
- August
- Location
- Howell, Michigan
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- howellmelonfestival.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked October 19, 2026: completed
- Start time
- 7:00 PM EDT
About the Howell Melon Run
Howell Recreation and presenting sponsor ChemTrend proudly present the 49th Annual Howell Melon Run (we welcome runners, walkers, and those racing in wheelchairs and other assistive devices) on August 14, 2026. Events begin at 6 PM in beautiful downtown Howell. This year's race will feature classic events for the whole family, such as the Melon Roll, The One in a Melon Mile, The Mascot Dash, and the fan favorite Howell Melon Run 5k Packet Pickup: Early packet pick-up will be on August 11th - 13…
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Howell Melon Run: common questions
- When is the Howell Melon Run?
- 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 Howell Melon Run held?
- In Howell, Michigan.
- What distances does the Howell Melon Run offer?
- 1 Mile and 5K.
- How do I register for the Howell Melon Run?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Howell Melon Run?
- Registration status as last checked October 19, 2026: completed. Listed fee for the longest distance, $35 (from runsignup.com, checked October 19, 2026).
- What time does the Howell Melon Run start?
- 7:00 PM EDT.
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