Farm Bureau Watermelon Classic 5k

The Farm Bureau Watermelon Classic 5k Run/Walk is an annual event held in Jackson, Mississippi, benefiting the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame & Museum. Scheduled for July 4, 2025, the event features a chip-timed 5k run, a 5k walk, and a one-mile fun run. The race starts on Lakeland Drive in front of the Agriculture Museum and finishes at the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame & Museum parking lot.

It serves as a major fundraiser supporting the preservation and promotion of Mississippi's sports heritage. Participants compete for cash prizes and medals, with packet pick-up available in the days leading up to race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.