The Watermelon Run
Sunday, April 11, 2027, first start 9:00 AM, in Paterson (Main Street). Distances: 5K. Entry from $45; the 5K goes from $45 to $50 after March 23.
- Date
- Sunday, April 11, 2027
- Start time
- 9:00 AM (earliest wave)
- Location
- Main Street, Paterson, NY 07501
- Area
- New Jersey, New York City
- Distances
- 5K
- Course
- Road or path
- Price
- $45 plus the platform's processing fee
- Next price increase
- Tuesday, March 23, 2027: 5K $45 → $50
- Registration
- Open. Opened October 4, online signup closes Saturday, April 10, 2027
How to register
Registration is on RunSignup. Pick your distance, add any extras, and you'll get a confirmation email with your bib details. Sign up by March 23 to pay $45 instead of $50.
Course and race notes
On September 26th we run for the Seeds of a Watermelon Scholarship Fund. The Seeds of a Watermelon Scholarship Fund is dedicated to empowering displaced and disadvantaged Gazan students to achieve their academic dreams and build brighter futures.
From the race's own listing. Check the race website for the course map and parking.
Source: RunSignup public race API, refreshed 2026-10-17. Details can change; the registration page is the final word.