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 am, 1 pm & 6 pm: Watermelon Queen Pageants

June 7, 2024

5-9 pm: Watermelon Crawl
6:30 pm: Bed Race
5 pm: Kick-Off Dinner
7 pm: Kids Ride-On Parade

June 8 and 9, 2024

8 am - 6 pm: Pickle Ball Tournament

June 13, 2024

12 pm: Women's Club Luncheon & Fashion Show

June 14, 2024

4-9 pm: Vendor Village
4-9 pm: Family Entertainment
7 pm: Shrek Jr. the Musical
7-9 pm: Street Dance
7-9 pm: Beer Garden

June 15, 2024

9 am-3 pm: All Day Events
Vendor Village
Antique Car Show
Family Entertainment
Watermelon Oasis
8:15 am: Kiwanis 5K Run & Walk
10 am: Watermelon Parade
11:30 am: Shrek Jr. the Musical
11-3 pm: Beer Garden
2 pm: Shrek Jr. the Musical

Date:
June 14-15, 2024

Location:
Monticello Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, 420 West Washington Street
Monticello, FL 32344

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