04Sep
Watermelon Festival 5k
Running
- Distance
- 5K
- Start time
- 08:00
- Entry fee
- $3.00
Watermelon Festival 5k 2027
Tompkinsville,
Kentucky,
United States
295 days left
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Date
04 Sep, 2027
Races
2 distances
Entry fee
$3.00 – $25.00
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Watermelon Festival 5k 2027
About the event
The Watermelon Festival 5K returns to Tompkinsville, Kentucky on September 4, 2027, hosted by H.A.M. Henderson Masonic Lodge and part of the Bowling Green Running Club Grand Prix series for 2026. This scenic race offers runners a challenging yet enjoyable course through the heart of town, with timed results leading to trophy awards for top finishers. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Kids Christmas fund, supporting local children in need. To secure one of the limited edition t-shirts, register by August 28th. For more information or to sign up, contact Shad Welch at (417) 274-9096 or [email protected].
The race begins and ends on W 3rd St in Tompkinsville, KY, offering participants a chance to experience the vibrant community spirit of this charming Kentucky town.
The race begins and ends on W 3rd St in Tompkinsville, KY, offering participants a chance to experience the vibrant community spirit of this charming Kentucky town.
Races offered
04Sep
Watermelon Festival Fun Run/Walk
Running
- Distance
- 1K
- Start time
- 08:00
- Entry fee
- $25.00
Weather history
3-year monthly averages for September in Tompkinsville.
Temperature16.9° / 27.1°
Feels like16.6° / 27.5°
Sunshine hours9h 58m
Rainfall3.8 mm
Snowfall—
Wind8.7 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity72.1%
Max UV indexModerate (5.0)
Sweat lossHigh
Course conditionsHard and dry surface
Sunrise05:25
Sunset17:48
About Tompkinsville
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Tompkinsville is a home rule-class city in and the county seat of Monroe County, Kentucky, United States. The population was 2,309 at the 2020 census. The city was named after Vice President Daniel D. Tompkins who served under President James Monroe, for whom the county was named.
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