The Dam Melon Run 5K 2026 — Saline, LA

Date
July 11, 2026
Location
Saline, LA
Venue
1255 Cooper Street
Start Time
7:00 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00
Events
The Dam Melon Run
Includes
T-Shirt
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We will be holding the race Saturday July 11, 2026for the Watermelon Festival. All proceeds benefit the Storehouse of Saline Food Pantry. Sign ups will begin at 6:30 a.m. the day of the race at Saline High School. Race will begin at 7:00 a.m. across the street at Magnolia Baptist Church. Awards & Age Groups: Awards will take place immediately following the race. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards will be awarded in the following age groups: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. We will have a special award for male/female overall winner, Master (40-49), Grand Master (50-59), Senior Master (60-69), and Legend (70+).

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The Dam Melon Run 5K 2026 — Saline, LA

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