Watermelon 5k

MAY

2

2026

A community 5K walk/run and kids 100 m fun run at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, NC held in solidarity with the Palestinian people, using the watermelon motif and aiming to raise at least $100,000 for aid.

Sat 2 May 2026

Cary, North Carolina

Website

5 kilometers

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Watermelon 5k Family Fest

The Watermelon 5k Family Fest takes place at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, NC on 05/02/2026. The event is organized in solidarity with the Palestinian people and is intended to raise aid and express support through a community run and related activities.

Organizers encourage the watermelon motif as a symbol of solidarity; participants may incorporate watermelon colors or designs in clothing or displays. The event description notes a family-friendly atmosphere and asks for peaceful and respectful participation. A group stretch, a short kids fun run, and a 5K walk/run are included in the program.

The event includes both in-person and virtual options and lists a fundraising goal of at least $100,000 to be collected through entry fees and donations. Listed registration fees from the organizer are $35 for the 5K walk/run, $0 for the kids fun run, $35 for a student participant category, and $45 for a virtual run (donation).

Distances: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.