Mark your calendars and join us for three days of fun at the 81st Annual Montrose Watermelon Festival!
Whether you’re continuing a family tradition or visiting for the first time, there’s something for everyone!
We can’t wait to celebrate with you in Montrose!

Saturday August 22nd:
7 am - 10 am: Central Lee Music Boosters Pancake Breakfast (Free will donation)
7 am Reg/8 am: Watermelon 5k Run, Walk, Crawl
Noon : Parade (Main Street)
12:30 pm Reg/1 pm: Montrose Fire Rescue Cornhole Tournament
1 pm - 4 pm: Sonshine Amusement Carnival

1 pm: Food Stands Open
1 pm: On-Stage Entertainment (Central Lee Impulse Dance Team)

2 pm: Parade Winners Announced
2 pm - 4 pm: On-Stage Entertainment (Heathers & Co)

3 pm - 5 pm: Kids Day
4pm - 5 pm: Carnival Closes for Safety Checks
5 pm: Carnival Reopens
5 pm - 9 pm: Bingo Tent
5 pm - 9 pm: Vendors/Crafts
5 pm: On-Stage Entertainment (Kathy Dye)

7 pm: Heritage Award
7 pm - 9 pm: Nightly Entertainment (Brothers Alvarez)