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Cordele Watermelon Road Race 5k and 1 mile fun run

Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location
Cordele, GA
1107 South Greer Street, 31015
Type
RUN
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

A sweet summer tradition, this event offers a timed 5K and a fun 1-mile run, celebrating community and juicy Georgia watermelons.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Festive

Great for

  • Family Friendly

Join a refreshing summer tradition at the Cordele Watermelon Road Race, kicking off the beloved Cordele Watermelon Festival. This event offers both a timed 5K for those seeking a challenge and a relaxed 1-mile fun run for family-friendly enjoyment. Celebrate health, community, and the iconic Georgia watermelon. All participants receive a commemorative race shirt, and finishers are treated to sweet watermelon slices and refreshments. Awards honor top 5K finishers, welcoming runners, walkers, and strollers of all levels.

What to expect

  • A timed 5K race for competitive runners.
  • A laid-back 1-mile fun run perfect for families and all levels.
  • Enjoy post-race watermelon slices and refreshments.
  • Receive a commemorative race shirt.

Standout details

  • Kicks off the Cordele Watermelon Festival
  • Post-race watermelon slices
  • Commemorative race shirt
  • Awards for top 5K finishers

Perks & features

  • Shirt

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 1 Miles

    Sat, Jun 13, 8:15 AM EDT · From $32.80

    Opens Apr 2, 2026, 10:10 AM EDT · Closes Jun 13, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, Jun 13, 8:00 AM EDT · From $38.10

    Opens Apr 2, 2026, 10:10 AM EDT · Closes Jun 13, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Flat road course, warm-day exposure

  • Warm season

The course

  • Road
  • Flat
  • Family-oriented
From the organizer

Join us for a refreshing summer tradition in the heart of Cordele! The Watermelon Festival Fun Run, proudly sponsored by Destiny Fitness, is back and better than ever. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for some family-friendly fun, this event offers something for everyone with a timed 5K race and a laid-back 1-mile fun run.

Celebrate health, community, and—of course—juicy Georgia watermelons as we kick off the festivities of the beloved Cordele Watermelon Festival. All participants will receive a commemorative race shirt, and those who cross the finish line will enjoy sweet post-race watermelon slices and refreshments.

Awards will be given to top finishers in each age group for the 5K. Walkers, strollers, and runners of all levels are welcome! Don’t miss out on the fun, fitness, and flavor—sign up today and run with us for a slice of summer!

Guarantee for t-shirts must be registered by May 30th!

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