Wild Watermelon 3k
- Date Sat 21st June 2025 - Thu 21st August 2025
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Melbourne, Florida
- Price $29.62 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
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Event summary
Join us for the Wild Watermelon 3k on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the scenic Brevard Zoo in Melbourne! This exciting inaugural event is perfect for runners and walkers of all ages, making it a fantastic way to kick off the summer season. Participants will traverse a unique course that winds through the Zoo, allowing you to encounter various animals and their habitats while enjoying the vibrant natural surroundings.
The race starts at 7:30 a.m. and promises a fun-filled day with a post-race watermelon feast featuring refreshing slices of chilled watermelon, generously provided by the Florida Watermelon Association. As a special treat, registered runners can enjoy 50% off admission or $10 off a Zoo membership on race day! With prizes awarded to the top 10 male and female finishers and every participant receiving a stunning watermelon-themed medal and commemorative running hat, this event is not to be missed. Space is limited to just 1,000 athletes, so be sure to register early to secure your spot in this delightful summer celebration!
The race starts at 7:30 a.m. and promises a fun-filled day with a post-race watermelon feast featuring refreshing slices of chilled watermelon, generously provided by the Florida Watermelon Association. As a special treat, registered runners can enjoy 50% off admission or $10 off a Zoo membership on race day! With prizes awarded to the top 10 male and female finishers and every participant receiving a stunning watermelon-themed medal and commemorative running hat, this event is not to be missed. Space is limited to just 1,000 athletes, so be sure to register early to secure your spot in this delightful summer celebration!
Organiser's Description
The Brevard Zoo's inaugural Wild Watermelon 3k is a family-friendly event and great way to kick off your summer!
Runners and walkers of all ages will traverse a course through the Zoo passing animals, their habitats and native plants along the way.
The event features a post-race watermelon feast, with slices of fresh, chilled watermelon courtesy of our presenting partner, the Florida Watermelon Association!
The run is set for a 7:30 a.m. start on June 21, 2025.
Explore the Zoo after the race and watch the animals enjoy watermelon too! Registered runners get 50% off admission or $10 off a membership on race day by showing their race bib at the administrative office. Offer valid for the runner only.
A water/Gatorade station is along the route and at our start and finish line areas.
Prizes will be awarded to the Top 10 overall male and female finishers, and ALL finishers will receive a beautiful watermelon-themed medal and commemorative running hat.
Race shirts will be available for purchase for $20 each online prior to the event.
This race is limited to just 1,000 athletes. Register today before it sells out.
Runners and walkers of all ages will traverse a course through the Zoo passing animals, their habitats and native plants along the way.
The event features a post-race watermelon feast, with slices of fresh, chilled watermelon courtesy of our presenting partner, the Florida Watermelon Association!
The run is set for a 7:30 a.m. start on June 21, 2025.
Explore the Zoo after the race and watch the animals enjoy watermelon too! Registered runners get 50% off admission or $10 off a membership on race day by showing their race bib at the administrative office. Offer valid for the runner only.
A water/Gatorade station is along the route and at our start and finish line areas.
Prizes will be awarded to the Top 10 overall male and female finishers, and ALL finishers will receive a beautiful watermelon-themed medal and commemorative running hat.
Race shirts will be available for purchase for $20 each online prior to the event.
This race is limited to just 1,000 athletes. Register today before it sells out.
Wild Watermelon 3k
