National Watermelon Day Run 🍉🏃♀️ Celebrate summer’s sweetest day with a refreshing run or walk at the National Watermelon Day Run ! Whether you’re here to race, stroll, or just enjoy a slice of fun, this event is the perfect way to beat the heat and celebrate all things watermelon. Event Highlights: Distance Options: 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon—something for every level of runner or walker. Post-Race Watermelon: Cool off and refresh with juicy, ice-cold watermelon slices at the finish line. Scenic Course: Enjoy a beautiful, shaded trail that keeps you close to nature. Family-Friendly Fun: Bring the whole crew for a day of running, walking, and watermelon-filled memories. Whether you’re a competitive runner or just in it for the watermelon, this fun-filled event will leave you smiling, satisfied, and a little sticky. Join us for the National Watermelon Day Run —a sweet way to celebrate summer! 🍉🎉
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 1.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Hartford, WI.
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
