Festival
Watermelon Festival
August 22, 2026 – August 23, 2026 · McDonald Farm, Sale Creek, TN.
About this event
Celebrate summer at the 3rd Annual Watermelon Festival at beautiful McDonald Farm, a two-day family-friendly event packed with watermelon-themed fun, shopping, food, live entertainment, and unforgettable farm experiences.
Enjoy artisan vendors, delicious food, refreshing watermelon treats, kids' inflatables, splash fun, animal encounters, contests, live music, and plenty of summer memories in a scenic countryside setting.
With activities for all ages, creative competitions, and plenty of watermelon-inspired fun, this festival has quickly become one of the region's favorite summer traditions.
Family Fun
Kids will enjoy inflatables, jump-and-slide activities, watermelon-themed splash fun, and the chance to visit some of McDonald Farm's friendly animals.
Live Entertainment
Enjoy live music and performances throughout both festival days, bringing energy, fun, and summer vibes to the grounds.
Watermelon Attractions
Watermelon takes center stage all weekend long with slices, whole melons, themed treats, desserts, drinks, and creative watermelon-inspired offerings.
Contest Schedule
Saturday, August 22
- 11:30 AM — Watermelon Rolling Contest (Kids 12 & Under)
- 12:15 PM — Watermelon Rolling Contest (Ages 13 & Up)
- 1:00 PM — Watermelon Carrying Contest (All Ages)
- 3:00 PM — Hottest Hillbilly Contest
Sunday, August 23
- 1:00 PM — Watermelon Eating Contest (All Ages)
- 2:30 PM — Watermelon Monarchy: Prince & Princess (Ages 16 & Under)
- Watermelon Monarchy: King & Queen (Ages 17 & Up, time announced onsite)