Join us for the 73rd Annual Watermelon Festival, a summertime tradition in Monticello since 1949.

From pageants to parades, bed races and barbeque, this event offers small town fun for the entire family.

Our theme for this year is “Homegrown Happiness,” and we can't wait to celebrate!

Schedule of Events:

June 1, 2024:

10:00 a.m and 5:00 p.m: Watermelon Queen Pageants

June 7, 2024:

5:00 - 9:00 p.m: Watermelon Crawl

5:00 p.m: Kick-Off Dinner

6:30 p.m: Bed Race

June 8, 2024:

8:00 a.m and 6:00 p.m: Pickle Ball Tournament

June 13, 2024:

12:00 p.m: Women's Club Luncheon and Fashion Show

June 14, 2024:

4:00 - 9:00 p.m: Vendor Village

6:00 p.m: Family Entertainment

7:00 p.m: Kids Show

7:00 - 9:00 p.m: Street Dance

7:00 - 9:00 p.m: Beer Garden

June 15, 2024:

8:15 a.m: Kiwanis 5K Run and Walk

9:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m: Vendor Village

10:00 a.m: Watermelon Parade

11:00 a.m: Antique Car Show

11:00 a.m: Platform Events

11:30 a.m: Family Entertainment

11:30 a.m: Kids Show

12:00 - 4:00 p.m: Beer Garden

1:30 p.m: Watermelon Games

2:00 p.m: Family Entertainment

2:00 p.m: Kids Show

Dates: June 14 - 15, 2024

Location:

Downtown Monticello,
Monticello, FL 32344.

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