Uwharrie Dash 3.6-Mile Watermelon Run/Walk
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Albemarle, North Carolina
- Price Free - $23.25
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a refreshing and fun-filled day at the Uwharrie Dash 3.6-Mile Watermelon Run/Walk on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, held at the stunning Morrow Mountain State Park in Albemarle, Stanly. Join fellow enthusiasts in celebrating Independence Day with a vibrant 5K run/walk that promises to be a delightful experience for participants of all ages. Not only will you enjoy a scenic route that takes you to the top of Morrow Mountain, but you'll also be treated to juicy slices of fresh watermelon and delicious freezy pops to help you cool down after crossing the finish line.
Don't miss the chance to grab a stylish new tank top to showcase your participation on race day—be sure to pre-order for the best fit! This event is all about community spirit, so gather your friends and family for a day filled with laughter, fitness, and festive cheer. Whether you're running, walking, or simply cheering on the participants, make this colorful 5K a highlight of your summer! Mark your calendars and spread the word; we can't wait to see you there!
Don't miss the chance to grab a stylish new tank top to showcase your participation on race day—be sure to pre-order for the best fit! This event is all about community spirit, so gather your friends and family for a day filled with laughter, fitness, and festive cheer. Whether you're running, walking, or simply cheering on the participants, make this colorful 5K a highlight of your summer! Mark your calendars and spread the word; we can't wait to see you there!
Organiser's Description
UWHARRIE DASH 3.6-MILE WATERMELON RUN RETURNS TO MORROW MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
GET READY FOR A JUICY AND REFRESHING EXPERIENCE AS WE CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY WITH OUR ANNUAL WATERMELON RUN 5K RUN/WALK!
ALL PARTICIPANTS CAN REPLENISH THEIR ENERGY AND STAY HYDRATED WITH FRESH WATERMELON, AND AS ALWAYS, DELICIOUS FREEZY POPS TO COOL YOU DOWN AFTER CROSSING THE FINISH LINE!
BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE! DON'T MISS OUT ON THE CHANCE TO SPORT OUR BRAND NEW TANK TOP!
PRE-ORDER YOUR TANK THE PERFECT SIZE TO GUARANTEE THAT YOU'LL BE LOOKING FRESH AND STYLISH ON RACE DAY. (REGISTRATIONS WITH TANK PURCHASE AFTER 7/1 ARE NOT GUARANTEED ON EVENT DATE BUT WILL BE AVAILABLE THE 7-10 DAYS AFTER EVENT)
SO MARK YOUR CALENDARS, INVITE YOUR FRIENDS, AND LET'S MAKE THIS THE SWEETEST AND MOST COLORFUL 5K EVENT OF THE YEAR! DON'T FORGET TO SPREAD THE WORD AND SHARE THIS POST WITH EVERYONE YOU KNOW. WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU THERE!
THE COURSE
START AT THE BRIDLE TRAIL AT MORROW MOUNTAIN STATE PARK - RUN/WALK ON THE ROAD TO THE TOP OF MORROW MOUNTAIN AND RUN BACK TO THE BRIDLE TRAIL.
WATERMELON RUN APPAREL
THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR THE RUN. BUT YOU CAN PURCHASE A COMMEMORATIVE SHIRT
GET READY FOR A JUICY AND REFRESHING EXPERIENCE AS WE CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY WITH OUR ANNUAL WATERMELON RUN 5K RUN/WALK!
ALL PARTICIPANTS CAN REPLENISH THEIR ENERGY AND STAY HYDRATED WITH FRESH WATERMELON, AND AS ALWAYS, DELICIOUS FREEZY POPS TO COOL YOU DOWN AFTER CROSSING THE FINISH LINE!
BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE! DON'T MISS OUT ON THE CHANCE TO SPORT OUR BRAND NEW TANK TOP!
PRE-ORDER YOUR TANK THE PERFECT SIZE TO GUARANTEE THAT YOU'LL BE LOOKING FRESH AND STYLISH ON RACE DAY. (REGISTRATIONS WITH TANK PURCHASE AFTER 7/1 ARE NOT GUARANTEED ON EVENT DATE BUT WILL BE AVAILABLE THE 7-10 DAYS AFTER EVENT)
SO MARK YOUR CALENDARS, INVITE YOUR FRIENDS, AND LET'S MAKE THIS THE SWEETEST AND MOST COLORFUL 5K EVENT OF THE YEAR! DON'T FORGET TO SPREAD THE WORD AND SHARE THIS POST WITH EVERYONE YOU KNOW. WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU THERE!
THE COURSE
START AT THE BRIDLE TRAIL AT MORROW MOUNTAIN STATE PARK - RUN/WALK ON THE ROAD TO THE TOP OF MORROW MOUNTAIN AND RUN BACK TO THE BRIDLE TRAIL.
WATERMELON RUN APPAREL
THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR THE RUN. BUT YOU CAN PURCHASE A COMMEMORATIVE SHIRT
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49104 Morrow Mountain Rd, Albemarle, 28001, NC, United States
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