The Valley's Watermelon Run
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The Valley's Watermelon Run
The event takes place on August 15, 2026, at Westside Park in McAllen, Texas. It includes several participant options and a vendor area. The program lists race amenities such as chip timing and live results, finisher medals for participants, and an official race shirt.
- 5K Run with T-shirt
- 5K Run without T-shirt
- 1 mile Fun Run/Walk
- Virtual 5K with finisher medal and T-shirt
After the races there will be refreshments and a hydration station with watermelon-themed items. The event setup includes a start and finish arch, a watermelon-themed photo area, DJ music, free race photos, and local vendor booths.
Packet pickup is scheduled the day before the event at Valley Running in McAllen, with an afternoon pickup window on August 14, 2026. All participants are expected to collect bibs and shirts during packet pickup; a t-shirt size deadline is noted in the event information.
Awards are planned for top overall male and female finishers and for multiple age groups, including categories for youth and older adults. The event description lists chip timing, live results, and a finisher medal for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
