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Watermelon Festival 5K
Tompkinsville, Kentucky · Saturday, September 5, 2026 · 5K, 1 Mile
Official race page & registration ↗Watermelon Festival 5K takes place on Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Tompkinsville, Kentucky. The race offers 2 distances: 5K, 1 Mile. For anyone travelling in, Cookeville is about 40 miles away and Nashville is about 71 miles away.
It is one of 107 races on the Kentucky calendar that September. At $15, entry sits below the $25 median for a Kentucky 5K.
- Date
- Saturday, September 5, 2026
- Location
- Tompkinsville, Kentucky
- Distances
- 5K, 1 Mile
- Entry fee
- from $15
Listing from the 2026 race calendar, refreshed nightly. Details can change: confirm date and entry on the official race page before travelling. Spot an error? Tell us here.
Making a race weekend of it?
Stay near the start line in Tompkinsville: check in Sep 4, out Sep 6.
Common questions
When is Watermelon Festival 5K?
Watermelon Festival 5K is scheduled for Saturday, September 5, 2026.
Where is Watermelon Festival 5K held?
Watermelon Festival 5K is held in Tompkinsville, Kentucky. It is about 40 miles from Cookeville and 71 miles from Nashville.
What distances does Watermelon Festival 5K offer?
The listed distances are 5K, 1 Mile.
How much does Watermelon Festival 5K cost?
Entry is listed from $15. Check the official race page for the current price, which usually rises closer to race day.
How do I register for Watermelon Festival 5K?
Registration is handled on the official race page, linked at the top of this listing. Entry can close early if the race sells out.
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