Dresden Melon Festival 5k & 10K

  • Date Sat 2nd August 2025
  • Time 9:30AM EDT
  • Location Dresden, Ohio
  • Price $28.20
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km

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Event summary

Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the Dresden Melon Festival 5K & 10K, happening on Saturday, August 2, 2025! This exciting event will take place at the beautiful Village of Dresden River Park Boat Ramp, just below Tri-Valley High School. Participants can choose between a scenic 5K run or the more challenging 10K route, both set on a freshly paved course that follows the picturesque tree-lined Dresden bike trail along the Muskingum River. The race kicks off at 9:30 AM, with early packet pick-up and race day registration starting as early as 8:00 AM.

This year, the festival introduces a fun 100m kids' dash, making it a perfect event for families. Runners of all ages can look forward to awards for the top three male and female finishers in various age categories. Plus, each participant will receive a custom softstyle t-shirt and refreshments at the finish line. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere while challenging yourself in a beautiful setting! Register by July 25th to guarantee your t-shirt and join in on the fun!

Organiser's Description

YOU'VE SPOKEN.....WE'VE LISTENED!
Returning this yearPaved course, 10K distance to compliment the 5k option, Softstyle Shirts!
Join us Saturday, Aug. 2nd 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:
Saturday August 2nd at 9:30am
Village of Dresden River Park boat ramp - located just below Tri-Valley High school

EARLY PACKET PICK-UP & RACE DAY REGISTRATION:
Race Day registration and Packet pick-up will be located at the Village of Dresden River Park boat ramp located just below Tri-Valley high school - Starting at 8:00am

RACE COURSE:
We have eliminated the muddy, messy trails for the more user friendly requested paved trails.
The new Melon Festival 10k route and the redesigned 5k routes will both be an out and back route following the scenic tree lined Dresden bike trail as it follows the beautiful Muskingum River and the welcoming village streets of Dresden. The race will start and finish at the Village of Dresden River Park boat ramp located just below Tri-Valley High school. We have maintained the traditional 100yd grass finish under the tree canopy and along the bank of the Muskingum River!

AWARDS:
10k & 5k Race - Awards will be issued to the Top Three Overall male and Female finishers and in each of the following age categories:
12-under, 13-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ Walkers are welcome!

RACE RESULTS:
Automatic text and email results will be sent immediately following a participants finish for those that opt-in. Instant results will also be available on site at the Results Kiosks and at the race website.

RACE PACKETS & FINISHLINE PERKS:
Your race packet will include custom softstyle t-shirt with official race logo, custom race bib, and other sponsor items to be determined. Water and refreshments will be available at the finish. All participants registered by July 25th are guaranteed a t-shirt. Extra t-shirts will be on first come first served basis on race day.

ENTRY FEES: (NON-REFUNDABLE)
Through July 27th $25
From July 28th to race day -$30 (Late Entry)
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

Races

  • 10k Race - Timed Event

    Incl. $3.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 2nd August 2025 (9:30AM EDT)

    $28.20

    This is a Timed Competitive Event Participants will be eligible for Top 3 Overall and Age group awards.
  • 5k Race - Timed Event

    Incl. $3.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 2nd August 2025 (9:30AM EDT)

    $28.20

    This is a Timed Competitive Event Participants will be eligible for Top 3 Overall and Age group awards.
  • 5k Fun - Non-Timed Event

    Incl. $3.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 2nd August 2025 (9:30AM EDT)

    $28.20

    This is a Non-Timed Event Participants will not be eligible for Overall or Age group awards.

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Location

Dresden River Park, E Muskingum Ave, Dresden, 43821, OH, United States

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