23 running events in Melbourne, Florida

LOOKING TO INTRODUCE YOUR CHILD TO RUNNING?

Space Coast Runners’ Youth Series presented by Runner2Runner Foundation offers FUN RUNS (ages 12 & under) at 6 different track events in conjunction with the SCR Runner of the Year Series 2025-2026. These non-competitive runs are FREE!

RACE DISTANCES vary per age group

⭐ 100 meters for 3 years & under

⭐ 200 meters for ages 4- 6 years

⭐ 400 meters for ages 7 - 10 years

⭐ 800 meters for ages 11 - 12 years

New this season! After each of the age groups have run their designated distance races, we'll offer Kid's Open 100m and 400m races for any child wanting to run a different distance or to experience even more race excitement.

PRIZES & AWARDS

• A fun, custom award at the finish of each race is given to every child to recognize their participation and efforts. Collect all 6 for a complete 2025 - 2026 Youth Series set.

• Any child who completes all 6 runs this season will receive the special Ran All Races Limited Edition Backpack. Additionally, they will be recognized at the SCR Celebration Night at the end of the season.

WHAT PARENTS NEED TO KNOW

• The Youth Series races are free to all kids 12 & under!

• Register online for the race(s) your child will attend this season.

• Each race will be held at a local high school track on a Saturday morning. Warm ups will begin around 8:50am with with races commencing at 9am. We suggest arriving by 8:45am.

• Parents or guardians should go to the SCR Tent prior to the scheduled Youth fun run to CHECK IN and pick up the child's race bib.

• Every child will receive a participation award at the end of each race.

• For a child to be eligible for the annual Youth Series Ran All Races Challenge award, they must complete all 6 races in-person.

• The Youth Series awards will be presented at the SCR Awards Night which will be held in June 2026.

• Parents do not need to register themselves for the Youth Series events. Registration is for kids 12 years of age and under only.

Want to make a real impact for kids in Brevard County?

Become a sponsor of the SCR Youth Series—our totally free racing program for kids ages 12 & under. We’re looking for community-minded businesses to help us bring SIX exciting youth races to life this season. Click to view: 2025 SCR Youth Series Sponsorship packet!

Interested in Volunteering? If you would like to volunteer at an event, please email Youth Series coordinator, Lauren Malfitano at [email protected].

ABOUT THE CAUSE:

The Pink Ivy Corporation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

Our Purpose is to provide educational support to include scholarships, public support for women's heath and safety, and support the social, economic, and environmental well-being of the community.

For more information on Pink Ivy Corporation visit www.akabrevard.org/pinkivycorporation.

Race Amenities:

• Cool Event Shirts (shirt size guaranteed until 1/25/26, then as available)

• Finisher Medals

• Food & Beverages after the race

Awards:

Top 3 Overall M & F

Top Masters (40+) M & F

Top 3 M & F in each Age Group: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20- 29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Timetable:

Friday, February 13th: Running Zone (3696 N. Wickham Rd, Melbourne)

10:00 AM - 6:30 PM: Early Packet Pickup and Registration

Saturday, February 14th: Viera Regional Park – Rotary Pavilion (2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way)

6:15 AM: Late Registration & Packet Pickup Opens

7:15 AM: Late Registration & Packet Pickup Closes

7:30 AM: 5K Start!

Race Fees:

Adult: $35 ($40 2/13 & 2/14)

Child (12 & under): $25 ($30 2/13 & 2/14)

*Children who are under 5 and plan to ride in a stroller do not need to be registered.

Sunday, February 15, 2026

Eau Galle Civic Center - 1551 Highland Ave., Melbourne

10K | 7:00 AM Start

2 Mile | 8:30 AM Start

Join us for the 38th running of this iconic Space Coast Runners road race! You are going to love it! Race #7 in the SCR Runner of the Year Series.

Race Benefits the SCR Christian Lake Memorial Student Scholarship Fund.

This year we'll have 440 spots for the SLAY THE BEAST CHALLENGE!!

RACE INFO:

• Presented by Power of Pizza Charities

• Challenging 10K certified road race course which includes an out & back over the Eau Gallie Causeway and Indian River.

• 10K is the 2026 RRCA Southern Region 10K Championship race.

• Not up for the full 6.2 miles? Join us for the Tail of the Lizard 2 Mile.

• Slay the Beast Challenge—It’s the 11th year of the challenge. Sign up & finish both races and you get 3 medals! Space is limited to 440. Top 3 get amazing Dragon swords. You must be able to start the 2 Mile race no later than 8:35 AM.

• Free dragon race shirt guaranteed with paid early registration.

• Dragon dance pre-race. Post race refreshments & food.

• Rain or shine event, no refunds issued. No dogs allowed.

ENTRY FEES: SORRY NO REFUNDS! Early Registration ends 2/1/2026

Slay the Beast Challenge—$75 (10K & 2 Mile)

Slay the Beast Challenge SCR—$65 (10K & 2 Mile)

All Slay the Beast Registrations 2/2 to 2/15 — $80

10K Adult — $40

10K Student (18 & under) — $35

10K SCR Member — $30

All 10K Registrations 2/2 to 2/15 — $45

2 Mile Adult — $28

2 Mile Students (18 & under) — $25

2 Mile SCR Member — $24

All 2 Mile Registrations 2/2 to 2/15—$30

EARLY PACKET PICKUP:

Packet pickup at Running Zone—3696 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne

Friday, February 13 from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM

Saturday, February 14 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

SUNDAY, FEB 15 – RACE DAY:

6:00 AM Packet Pick Up & Race Day registration

6:45 AM 10K Late registration ends

7:00 AM Eye of the Dragon 10K starts

8:00 AM 2 Mile Late registration ends

8:30 AM Tail of the Lizard 2 Mile starts

9:00 AM Tentative Awards Ceremony for all races

10K, 2 MILE, & SLAY THE BEAST AWARD CATEGORIES:

• Top 3 Overall Male & Female in 10K, 2 Mile, & Slay the Beast

• Top Masters (40+), Grand Masters (50+) & Senior Grand Masters (60+) Male & Female — 10K & 2 Mile

• Top 3 in each Age Group— 10K & 2 Mile

• Top Overall 10K Team & 2 Mile Co-ed Team Competition (Team must have a min of 5 members; co-ed must have 1 person of opposite sex)

• 10K - RRCA Southern Region Championship Male & Female in Open, 40+, 50+, 60+ and Open Adaptive Athlete

10K AGE GROUPS: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+

2 MILE AGE GROUPS: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+

For additional detailed 2026 race information, please click here.

Charity 5K run/walk for Candlelighters of Brevard!

Event Info

• All proceeds go directly to Candlelighters

• Sign-up is $25 + processing fee

• Not officially timed

• First 50 sign-ups get event T-shirt!

• T-shirt pick-up begins at 7:30 a.m.

• Race begins at 8:00 a.m.

• For more information on Candlelighters and their cause, go to https://candlelightersofbrevard.org/

Location

• Wickham Park

• Start/Finish is on the road near Pavilion 1

• Turn right after entering through main entrance for parking, start/finish will be visible

Course

• 5 kilometers - 3.1 miles

• Two loops

• First loop is Wickham's big loop

• Second loop is the same, but includes an out-and-back on Leisure Way

Join us for the 5th Annual Shamrock Shuffle to kick off the iconic Downtown Melbourne's St. Patrick Day Celebration hosted by Meg O'Malleys!

A Fun 3K Run/Walk through downtown ending with a FREE BEER (21 & older)

Shamrock Shuffle 3K

Date: Saturday, March 14th, 2026

Time: 7:30 AM

Race Amenities:

• Fun t-shirts (Not guaranteed after 2/18)

• Finisher Medals

• Wear your favorite Irish outfit!

• Presented by Meg O'Malley's with Food and BEER! (21 & Older)

• Sign up for the Guinness Beer Challenge (21 & Older)

3K Awards

Top 3 Overall Male & Female

Top 1 Master's Champion Male & Female

Top 3 in Each Age Group Male & Female

Age Groups:

8 & Under 15-19 30-34 45-49 60-64 75-79

9-11 20-24 35-39 50-54 65-69 80+

12-14 25-29 40-44 55-59 70-74

Guinness Beer Challenge Awards-

Top 1 Male and Top 1 Female get their name added to the trophy in Meg O'Malley's

Awards for top 5 Males and top 5 females*

Guinness Beer Challenge participants are also eligible for Age Group Awards

Packet Pickup & Race Day Timetable:

Friday, March 13th:

• Packet Pickup: 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM, Running Zone, 3696 N. Wickham Rd. Melbourne, FL 32935

Race Day Saturday, March 14th:

• 6:30 AM: Packet Pick Up & Registration Opens

• 7:15 AM: Packet Pick Up & Registration Closes

• 7:30 AM: Race Starts at 7:30 AM

• Awards immediately following event!

Fees

(Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.)

• Individual Registration: $35 ($40 Race Day)

• Guinness Beer Challenge Registration: $45 ($50 Race Day)

• Kid’s Registration: $20 ($25 Race Day)

• $5 OFF for No Shirt Option!

• $5 OFF for No Medal Option!

Dogs

We love our furry friends. However, due to race permitting and insurance, dogs and other animals are prohibited at our race unless it is an ADA service animal. If you bring your pup and they are not an ADA service animal, we will kindly ask you to leave the race site and take your fur baby home.

Proceeds benefit THE HAVEN FOR CHILDREN, a residential and therapeutic home for children removed from their families due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment.

Early Packet Pickup & Registration:

Friday, March 20th from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM at Running Zone (3696 N Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL 32935)

Race Day Schedule:

Saturday, March 21, 2026

6:30 AM: Packet Pickup & Race Day Registration Begins

7:15 AM: Packet Pickup & Race Day Registration Ends

7:30 AM: 5K Start!

Individual Awards:

Top 3 Overall M & F

Top Masters (40+) M & F

Age Groups (Top 3 M & F): 8 & Under, 9-11, 12-14, 15 -19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

Fees:

Adult: $35 through 3/1 ($40 3/2 to Race Day)

Child (12 & under): $30 through 3/1 ($35 3/2 to Race Day)

To Benefit: Unconditional Love, Inc. is a non-profit agency dedicated to improving the lives of individuals impacted by HIV, STD, and related medical conditions through the provision of high-quality medical treatment, case management, and support services. We strive to offer comprehensive care that addresses the physical, emotional, and social needs of our clients while promoting a culture of inclusivity, respect, and dignity. Our commitment to research and innovation drives us to continually enhance our programs and services so that all individuals can live healthy and fulfilling lives. Our mission is to provide comprehensive care to all, unconditionally, and regardless of who they are or the circumstances of their lives.

Participant Perks:

• Race T-shirt (shirt size guaranteed until 3/1)

• Post Race Refreshments

• Awards Ceremony

Early Packet Pickup & Registration @ Running Zone (3696 North Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL)

Saturday, March 28th: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Race Day @ Eau Gallie Square (1453 Highland Avenue, Melbourne, FL)

Sunday, March 29th – Timeline:

6:30 AM: Packet Pickup & Late Registration Opens

7:45 AM: Packet Pickup & Late Registration Ends

8:00 AM: 5K Start!

AWARDS: (Immediately following the race)

• Top 3 Overall M & F

• Top Masters M & F (40+)

• Top M & F in each age group:

13 & under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Fees:

5K Run/Walk: $30 (Race Day $35)

Children (12 & under): $20 (Race Day $25)

• New Start Time, New Location

Pirate Plunder 2 Miler

Date: Saturday, April 4th, 2026

Start Time: 7:30 AM

Race Amenities:

• Best Pirate Costume awards

• Fun Pirate awards

• Tri-Blend Shirts for Participants (Not guaranteed after 3/7)

• Free Li'l Pirate Kids' Run with Zippy the Gecko

• Beneficiary: Harmony Farms

• Random giveaways

• Giveaways of Running Zone gift cards!

• Dogs are not allowed at this event. (We love our dogs too, but dogs are not allowed at events permitted within the City of Melbourne)

Running Zone Series Amenities

Our series races provides participants with an exceptional experience including:

• Series awards of $10,000 in prizes

• Plenty of fluids along the course and finish area

• Split clocks at each mile and directional markers

• Electronic timing with immediate results

• Finisher certificates & finish line video

• Unique race-themed awards

Participate in all Race Series events and get a Finisher Custom Tervis! (See more information on our Series Page). All events have a virtual option. Participation and submission of results maintain eligibility for 7 Race Series Finisher Tervis.

Early Packet Pickup

Race packets can be picked up prior to race day at Running Zone (3696 N. Wickham Rd):

• Wednesday, April 1, 2026 through Friday, April 3, 2026 from 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Fees

(Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.)

• Individual Registration: $35 ($40 Race Day)

• Kid’s Registration: $20 ($25 Race Day)

• $5 OFF for No Shirt Option!

• $5 OFF for No Medal Option!

Welcome to the 15th Annual Brevard Corporate 5K

Location: Melbourne Orlando International Airport, on Aerospace Drive, Melbourne, FL 32901

Celebrate aviation at the largest outdoor office party in Brevard County! Put together a team and have a great time with co-workers, family and friends. A live band, food available and complimentary beer will be provided!

Race Perks:

• Celebrate with co-workers, family and friends

• T-Shirt for all participants

• Finisher Medals!

• Live band and post-race party

• Free Beer!

Please Note:

No Dogs Allowed (We love our dogs too, but the race course is an active airfield and dogs are not allowed inside the airfield)

Per Airport Security, no one without a race bib will be permitted on the runway to participate in the race. This includes children. The only exception is babies/toddlers in strollers who stay in the stroller for the entire duration of the race.

Corporate Calendar:

• March 25, 2026: Team Captain's Meeting at Running Zone 6PM

• March 27, 2026: Tent Rental DEADLINE

• March 31, 2026: PRICE INCREASE from $35 to $40

• April 3, 2026: Last day for team member switches and transfers at 11:59 pm

• April 3, 2026: Registration Closes at 11:59 pm

• April 7th & 8th: CAPTAIN'S PACKET PICK UP Captains may come to Running Zone between 10:00 am and 6:30 pm to pick up their team's race bib numbers, shirts, and medals.

April 9th-Race Day

• Team Photos 4:30pm-6:00pm

• Race Start 6:30pm

• Awards Ceremony- 8:00PM

Team Captains are given the option to pick up their entire team's packets or allow their team to pickup their packets individually. Participants please contact your team captain to coordinate how to receive your race bib numbers. All finishers will receive a race shirt and medal.

Info For Team Captains:

Team captains receive a captain's hat for leading their team in this event! Mark your calendar for the Team Captain's Meeting on March 25th: Beer and Snacks provided!

Team captains need to register as a team member if they wish to participate in the event. Please note, this is a separate step than registering your corporate team.

Heroes for Military Kids 5K and Kids Dash

AVET Project Announces Inaugural “Heroes for Military Kids 5K/Kids Dash” on April 11, 2026: Honoring the Sacrifices of Military Families and Their Children Patrick Space Force Base, FL – The AVET Project, a 501(c)(3) all-volunteer nonprofit organization, is thrilled to host its first-ever Heroes for Military Kids 5K and Kids Dash on April 11, 2026, starting at 8:00 a.m. at The Avenues Viera.

This heartfelt event honors veterans, active-duty service members, and especially their children, while raising awareness and support for healing military families. These families sacrifice immensely to safeguard our freedoms—now it's our chance to give back, helping them and their loved ones find renewed strength and healing.

At AVET Project, we always prioritize including the entire family, particularly the kids, because many Americans overlook the profound sacrifices military children make.

A military child is like a dandelion: tough, bright, and impossible to keep down.

The dandelion grows anywhere its seeds land—no matter how rocky, dry, or unfamiliar the soil—thanks to its deep, stubborn roots and unbreakable will to bloom. Similarly, military kids are swept along by frequent PCS moves, landing in new bases, schools, and even countries. Yet, they quickly sink roots, open up, and flourish wherever they go. Through countless goodbyes and new hellos, they gain unique superpowers: resilience, adaptability, and a heart that feels at home anywhere in the world. Just like the dandelion, they don't merely survive—they transform every new place into proof of their ability to thrive.

AVET stands for American Veterans Empowerment Team. Empowering our military community takes a united effort—we can't do it without your help.

As long as our military families stand on the front lines for us, we will stand beside them. That's why we need YOU.

Your time, your voice, or any form of support creates real impact. Together, we can bring lasting positive change to those who sacrifice so much. We truly can't do this without you. Will you join us?

Thank you for considering a donation or sponsorship. For more information, please contact us at: [email protected]

We Live in the Land of FREEDOM because of the BRAVE.

Don’t forget “Thank A Vet”

Saturday, April 11, 2026

5K - 8:00 AM

Timetable:

Friday, April 10th

10:00 AM - 6:30 PM: Packet Pickup & Registration at Running Zone (3696 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne)

Saturday, April 11th – The Avenue

7:00 AM: Packet Pickup & Late Registration

7:50 AM: Late Registration Ends

8:00 AM: 5K START!

9:15 AM: Free Kids Fun Run (50 Yard Dash)

• Awards ceremony following the kids race

Awards:

Top 3 Overall M & F

Top Masters M & F (40+)

Top 3 M & F in each age group:

13 & under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

Fees:

Adults $30 ($35 race day)

Child $25 ($30 race day)

Rain or Shine – No Refunds

Superhero 5K & One Mile Fun Run

Saturday, April 25th, 2026

1M - 7:30 AM; 5K - 8:00 AM

The Annual Superhero Run is a fun, family-friendly 5K run/walk that brings our community together to support local foster children in need. Hosted by Friends of Children of Brevard, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, this event raises vital funds to help abused, abandoned, and neglected children right here in Brevard County. Every step you take makes a difference in a child’s life.

Timetable:

Friday, April 24th

10:00 AM - 6:30 PM: Packet Pickup & Registration at Running Zone (3696 N. Wickham Rd., Melbourne)

Saturday, April 25th – The Avenue

6:30 AM: Packet Pickup & Late Registration

7:20 AM: Late Registration Ends for 1 Mile

7:30 AM: 1 Mile Run/Walk START!

7:50 AM: Late Registration Ends for 5K

8:00 AM: 5K START!

9:15 AM: Kids Run & Mascot Run!!

**Immediately following the 5K:

• Mascot Race- Cheer on your favorite mascot!

• FREE kids run for the little ones

5K Individual Awards:

Top 3 Overall Male & Female

Top Masters (40+) Male & Female

Top 3 Male & Female in each Age Group: 8 & Under, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

5K Team Awards Only:

Top 3 Fastest Teams (Teams of 4 - must be co-ed)

Top school with the Most Participation, Best Costume (Male, Female, and Child), and Fastest Mascot (Mascot Race)

1 Mile Individual Awards Only:

Top 3 Overall Male & Female

Top Masters (40+) Male & Female

Top 3 Male & Female in each Age Group: 8 & Under, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

Rain or Shine – No Refunds

All participants will receive a Superhero Finisher Medal!

Choose your side!

Team Marvel (Red) or Team DC (Blue) – your choice determines the color of your performance T-shirt.

(Register by 3/31 to guarantee your shirt size.)

Superhero Challenge includes 1 shirt, 1-mile finisher medal, and 5K challenge medal.

Run For the Gecko 5K

Date: Saturday, May 10th, 2025

Time: 7:00 AM

Race Amenities:

• Birthday Cupcakes for all finishers

• Tri-Blend Shirts for Participants (Not guaranteed after 4/10)

• FREE Beer (21 & older)

• Li'l Gecko Kid's Run with Zippy the Gecko

• Benefits Eau Gallie High School Running Programs

• Random Giveaway of $500 Gift Card

Running Zone Series Amenities

Our series races provides participants with an exceptional experience including:

• Series awards of $10,000 in prizes

• Plenty of fluids along the course and finish area

• Split clocks at each mile and directional markers

• Electronic timing with immediate results

• Finisher certificates & finish line video

• Unique race-themed awards

Participate in all Race Series events and get a Finisher Custom Tervis! (See more information on our Series Page). All events have a virtual option. Participation and submission of results maintain eligibility for 7 Race Series Finisher Tervis.

Fees

(Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.)

• Individual Registration: $35.00 ($40 Race Day)

• Kid’s Registration: $20.00 ($25 Race Day)

• $5 OFF for No Shirt Option!

• $5 OFF for No Medal Option!

Early Packet Pickup

Save time and pick up your packet early!

Race packets can be picked up prior to race day at Running Zone (3696 N. Wickham Rd) on the following days:

• Wednesday, May 7th: 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM

• Thursday, May 8th: 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM

• Friday, May 9th: 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Race Day Timetable:

5:45 AM – Packet pickup & Late Registration begins at Wickham Park Community Center

6:45 AM – Packet Pickup & Late Registration closes

7:00 AM – Race Start

8:00 AM* – FREE Kids Runs (ages 12 and under)

8:15 AM* – Awards Ceremony

*Estimated Times

Dogs:

We love our furry friends. However, due to race permitting and insurance, dogs and other animals are prohibited at our race unless it is an ADA service animal. If you bring your pup and they are not an ADA service animal, we will kindly ask you to leave the race site and take your fur baby home.

Race Information

The race starts at 8:00 AM.

Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

All runners must register on RunSignup.

No on-site registration.

Additional Information

The start is next to the Beach Volleyball court.

Parking near Start https://maps.app.goo.gl/pQcZiTWxQjFJyNJw8

5K & 10K Course (0.78M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6678571474/

The course is an out-and-back (1.09M)

The 5K does the out-and-back two times.

The 10K does the out-and-back four times.

Course Time Limit

2 hours.

Finisher Medals

https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php

Shirt and Gear Shop

https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php

Best Costume

https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php

Series Points

https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

Awards

https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

Frequently Asked Questions and Information

https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

US Road Running

https://usroadrunning.com

A fun and family-oriented 5K within a great and proud community. Celebrating arts, culture, and world-class fun! Benefiting Space Coast Pride.

Race Date:

Saturday, June 20, 2026 @ 7:30 AM

Race Amenities:

• Shirts (high quality & kid sizes available, guaranteed size if registered before 5/21)

• awards

• swag

• entertainment

• vendors

• food trucks

Fees:

$35.00 adults until 6/19 ($40 Race Day)

$30.00 child (12 & under) until 6/19 ($35 Race Day)

*$5 off for No Shirt

Early Packet Pickup and In-Store Registration:

Friday, June 19, 2026 at Running Zone from 10 AM - 6:30 PM. You can register in person.

Race Day Registration & Packet Pickup:

6:15 AM - 7:15 AM

Age Division for Awards:

Top 3 Overall Male, Female, and Non-Binary

Top Male, Female, and Non-Binary Masters (40+)

Male & Female Age Groups: 8 & Under, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+

Volunteers:

We love our volunteers as much as our athletes. To volunteer, please contact Carrie at [email protected] if you would like to volunteer at the race.

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 [email protected] 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 [email protected]. Once we receive the required information, your packet will be mailed to you.

First Name:

Last Name:

Mailing Address:

Proof of distance: