Watermelon Days 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Fayette, IA
Registration for the Watermelon Days 5K Run/Walk costs $20 to $30. The race takes place on September 12, 2026, in Fayette, Iowa, on Main Street. The 5K event starts at 8:00 AM and welcomes both runners and walkers. If you're traveling to Fayette for this late-summer race, you'll want accommodation within walking or short driving distance of Main Street for easy race-morning logistics. The affordable entry fee makes this a budget-friendly option for adding a September race to your schedule while exploring a smaller Iowa community.
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Watermelon Days 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Fayette, IA
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 12.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Fayette, IA. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.
- Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
- Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
- Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
- Emergency medical up to $250,000
- Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
- 24/7 real-time support
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Watermelon Days 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Fayette, IA?
Watermelon Days 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Fayette, IA takes place on September 12, 2026. The race is held in Fayette, Iowa.
Where is Watermelon Days 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Fayette, IA held?
Watermelon Days 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Fayette, IA is held at Main Street in Fayette, Iowa.
Where can I find hotels near Watermelon Days 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Fayette, IA?
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