37th Endless Summer Watermelon Ride

About the Event

The 37th Endless Summer Watermelon Ride, organized by the North Florida Bicycle Club and Major Taylor Cycling Club of North Florida, is set for Sunday, September 13, 2026. This event caters to cyclists of all skill levels with a diverse range of routes.
Starting early in the morning, participants can choose from five distinct route options:
- The Mighty Melon Century at 100 miles
- Big Melon Metric Century Plus covering 73 miles
- Half Melon Half Century for 52 miles
- Le Petit Melon Half Metric Century over 30 miles
- Tour de Fort Family Fun Ride, a scenic 11-mile route
Each choice offers unique landscapes and challenges tailored to various abilities. The event promises an immersive cycling experience through the picturesque Florida countryside.
Preparation is made easy with home-delivered event packets sent before the race day. Participants simply need to register by August 20, 2026, to ensure they receive their personalized number bibs and t-shirts. Early registration not only secures your preferred style and size but also guarantees a spot in one of the fully stocked rest stops.
On race morning, arrive refreshed from an early start as home delivery eliminates check-in lines. The event provides comprehensive support with marked routes, maps, mechanical assistance, SAG vehicles, and post-ride lunch. Rest areas are well-stocked with food, water, and Gatorade to keep energy levels high throughout the ride.
Joining either club offers additional benefits:
- NFBC members receive a $10 discount on registration.
- Non-members can join now for exclusive perks.
The Endless Summer Watermelon Ride also supports the Pedaling for Safety Campaign. Proceeds from this event help fund vital safety initiatives in cycling communities, ensuring safer roads and better infrastructure for all cyclists.
Register early to secure your spot and take part in what promises to be an unforgettable summer ride through North Florida's beautiful landscapes.

Races Offered

🔲 11-miles | Tour de Fort- Family Fun Melon

Sep 13, 2026

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Distance — 🔲 11-miles | Tour de Fort- Family Fun Melon

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07:30

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$35.00

🟦 73-miles | The Big Melon

Sep 13, 2026

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Distance — 🟦 73-miles | The Big Melon

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Type — Cycling

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07:30

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$75.00

🟨 100-miles | The Mighty Melon

Sep 13, 2026

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Distance — 🟨 100-miles | The Mighty Melon

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Type — Cycling

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07:30

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$75.00

🟩 30-miles | Le Petit Melon

Sep 13, 2026

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Distance — 🟩 30-miles | Le Petit Melon

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Type — Cycling

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07:30

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$75.00

🟪 52-miles | The Half Melon

Sep 13, 2026

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Distance — 🟪 52-miles | The Half Melon

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Type — Cycling

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07:30

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$75.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Fernandina Beach.

thermostat Temperature

22.6° / 28.2°

wb_sunny Feels like

24.4° / 30.3°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 42m

water_drop Avg rainfall

6.0 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

12.5 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Very high

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

81.2%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:10

nightlight Sunset

19:30

About Fernandina Beach

Learn more about the host city, Fernandina Beach.

Fernandina Beach is a city in and the county seat of Nassau County, Florida, United States, in the state's northeastern corner. It is the northernmost city on Florida's Atlantic coast, situated on Amelia Island, and is one of the municipalities comprising Greater Jacksonville.