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June 16-17, 2023

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Join us for the 72nd Annual Watermelon Festival, 

a summertime tradition in Monticello since 1949.

Our 2022 festival was one for the record books and we are planning bigger and better things for 2023.

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!

Thank you to our sponsors!

Premier Sponsor

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Festival Sponsor

Festival Sponsor

Festival Sponsor

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Saturday, June 3 | 10 AM & 5 PM

Tickets are available at the door.

Pageant Promo Video Voting has ended.

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FOOD VENDOR

REGISTRATION IS

CLOSED for 2023

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This event is

SOLD OUT

Friday, June 9 | 5-9 PM

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ARTS & CRAFTS

REGISTRATION IS

CLOSED for 2023

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featuring Baby Gray

Friday, June 16

"Hot Dogs, Cool Cats"

Friday, 6/16 | 7 PM

Saturday, 6/17 | 11:30 AM & 2 PM

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Inked Magician Remy Conner

Friday, June 16 at 6 PM

Saturday, June 17 at 1 PM

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Events & Activities
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