Wild Watermelon 3k

Sat, Jun 20, 2026, 7:30 AM EDT

Location: Melbourne, FL; 8225 N Wickham Road, 32940
Type: RUN

At a glance

Run through the Brevard Zoo, enjoy a watermelon feast, and earn a themed medal at this family-friendly summer kickoff benefiting the zoo.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
Festive

Great for

Family Friendly
Walkers Welcome

Great for: walkers, families

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Kick off your summer with the Wild Watermelon 3k, a family-friendly event at the Brevard Zoo. Enjoy a unique course winding through animal habitats and native plants. After your run or walk, celebrate with a refreshing watermelon feast, courtesy of the Florida Watermelon Association. All finishers receive a special watermelon-themed medal and a commemorative running hat, making it a memorable experience for everyone. This event supports the Brevard Zoo, adding purpose to your stride.

What to expect

- Traverse a unique course through the Brevard Zoo, encountering animals and native plants. - Enjoy a refreshing post-race watermelon feast. - Stay hydrated with water and Gatorade stations along the route and at the finish.

Standout details

Zoo course with animal habitats
Post-race watermelon feast
Watermelon-themed finisher medal
Commemorative running hat

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Distances & registration

3 options

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

3K
Sat, Jun 20, 7:30 AM EDT · From $30.68
Opens Nov 26, 2025, 8:03 PM EST · Closes Dec 17, 2025, 6:59 PM EST
3K
Sat, Jun 20, 7:30 AM EDT · From $27.50
Opens Nov 26, 2025, 8:03 PM EST · Closes Dec 17, 2025, 6:59 PM EST
3K
Sat, Jun 20, 7:30 AM EDT · From $43.40
Opens Nov 26, 2025, 8:03 PM EST · Closes Jun 15, 2026, 7:59 AM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

warm-day exposure

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The course

Flat
Walkers welcome

From the organizer

There is a one hour cut off for all runners. You will be escorted off the course is you do not finish the course by 8:30am

Brevard Zoo's 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 20, 2026.

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. Register today before it sells out. There are no refunds for any reason.

Please email us at support@thefloridamarathon.com with any questions or concerns

This event is brought to you by Smooth Running and is designed to benefit the Brevard Zoo.

The 2026 Wild Watermelon 3k is presented by Florida Watermelon Association and Orlando Health

If you registered for the virtual event, please submit the following information to smoothrunningorg@gmail.com. Once we receive the required information, your packet will be mailed to you.

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