The Watermelon Run
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The Watermelon Run
The Watermelon Run is a community running event held on Main Street in Paterson, NJ. The program includes a single race listed as 5K under the event name The Watermelon Run 5k. The listing identifies the event as a running race and gives a registration fee of $45.00.
The event supports the Seeds of a Watermelon Scholarship Fund. The fund is described as dedicated to empowering displaced and disadvantaged Gazan students by providing holistic financial support, including tuition, living expenses, and resources for personal and professional growth. The organizer states the fund operates with zero administrative costs except for transfer fees.
Registration details provided for the event show an opening date of October 4, 2026 and a closing date of March 23, 2027. Registered participants receive a free long sleeve Watermelon Run 5K t-shirt, a running bib and race tracker, finish line photos, and a finisher medal. The information is presented as event inclusions and fundraiser purpose without specific start or finish times. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
