There is a one hour cut off for all runners. You will be escorted off the course is you do not finish the course by 8:30am
Brevard Zoo's Wild Watermelon 3k is a family-friendly event and great way to kick off your summer!
Runners and walkers of all ages will traverse a course through the Zoo passing animals, their habitats and native plants along the way.
The event features a post-race watermelon feast, with slices of fresh, chilled watermelon courtesy of our presenting partner, the Florida Watermelon Association!
The run is set for a 7:30 a.m. start on June 20, 2026.
A water/Gatorade station is along the route and at our start and finish line areas.
Prizes will be awarded to the Top 10 overall male and female finishers, and ALL finishers will receive a beautiful watermelon-themed medal and commemorative running hat.
Race shirts will be available for purchase for $20 each online prior to the event.
This race is limited. Register today before it sells out. There are no refunds for any reason.
Please email us at support@thefloridamarathon.com with any questions or concerns
This event is brought to you by Smooth Running and is designed to benefit the Brevard Zoo.
The 2026 Wild Watermelon 3k is presented by Florida Watermelon Association and Orlando Health
If you registered for the virtual event, please submit the following information to smoothrunningorg@gmail.com. Once we receive the required information, your packet will be mailed to you.
First Name:
Last Name:
Mailing Address:
Proof of distance:
Jun 20, 2026
Distance — 3K
Type — Running
07:30
$40.00
Jun 20, 2026
Distance — 3K
Type — Running
07:30
$28.00
Jun 20, 2026
Distance — 3K
Type — Running
07:30
$25.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Melbourne.
Learn more about the host city, Melbourne.
Melbourne is on the Space Coast in Brevard County. Melbourne is a principal city of the Palm Bay – Melbourne – Titusville Area, and was home to 83,000 people in 2019.
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