SOUTH FLORIDA WATERMELON FESTIVAL RETURNS WITH SWEET FUN FOR ITS SECOND YEAR AT SOUTH COUNTY REGIONAL PARK ON APRIL 10, 11 & 12, 2026.

March 10th, 2026

Three Days Full of Kid-Friendly, Family-Fun…Rides, Inflatables, Pig Show & Watermelon Fun!

The owners from the South Florida Strawberry Festival are back, but this time with a new fruit to celebrate! Join us this April at the South Florida Watermelon Festival! This exciting event is here again at South County Regional Park (12551 Glades Road) on Friday, April 10th from 2PM-8PM, Saturday, April 11th from 10AM-7PM & Sunday, April 12 from 10AM to 7PM. The FOMO Entertainment Group is back for this 2nd year in this sweet category of the festival in Boca Raton. With more than 40 years of experience, producing the ever-popular, award-winning New England Christmas Festival, they look forward to bringing South Florida together for a Spring, outdoor Festival in the sunshine that celebrates the watermelon.

“Our goal was to create an event that includes everything for families and children! A festival that is entertaining, taste bud satisfying, adrenaline-inducing…and the whole event centers around watermelons. You name it, we have it!”

-Skyler Mendieta: -Skyler Mendieta: Head of Brand & Experience

The weekend-long festival includes: 

Watermelon Treats, Live Pig Show & Petting Zoo, Kids Activities, Thrilling Rides, Inflatable Fun & Vendor Shopping

A thrilling blend of action and education for all ages! Kids can join us for a PIG-tastic time as our bodacious barnyard family wows you with their incredible talents with amazing stunts and laughable antics for a show filled with laughter and heartwarming fun! Let’s get hog wild with the America’s Got Talent show, the Pork Chop Revue! Meet Oink, the singing pig, and his delightful crew of animal friends at the Petting Zoo—including a charming llama, playful pups, and adorable piglets—for a show filled with laughter and heartwarming fun! Savor a variety of watermelon-inspired creations, both savory and sweet, crafted by talented local chefs. From refreshing watermelon treats to classic carnival bites and hearty meals, there is something for everyone!  Dive into the fun with our Watermelon Eating Contests too! With rides for all ages, there’s fun around every corner! Spin in the Berry-Go-Round, slide down the Giant Fun Slide, navigate the Water Bumper Boats, scream in the Scrambler and many more! Little ones will adore the Watermelon Soft Play Area. Step inside a magical Balloon Bubble House, where kids can play, jump, and chase floating balloons in a giant inflatable dome filled with endless air-powered fun! The enjoyment continues with diving into a world of excitement in our unique inflatables! From giant slides to thrilling obstacle courses to delightful bounce houses by FOMO Bounce, there is endless fun for everyone!

Parking: Free! VIP Parking available for $10 available across the street and Premium VIP for $20 right next to the festival.

All Inclusive Ticket*: 

Friday Family Day:

Entry at $15

Entry + Unlimited Rides & Inflatables $30

Saturday/Sunday:

Entry Ticket: $18 (Adult or Child)

Entry + Unlimited Rides & Inflatables Wristband*: $35 (Adult or Child)

(Kids 2 & under are FREE)

*Includes Unlimited Rides, Inflatables & Shows. Food, Shopping and Game Trailers for extra charge.

This event is rain or shine. No need to print tickets; they can be scanned from your phone. Please note, no pets or bikes are allowed inside the event.

There is truly something for everyone!

Use code: MELON26 for $3 off each ticket.

“Florida is known for its beautiful weather in April and we wanted to celebrate with the South Florida Watermelon Festival.”

-Skyler & Jay Mendieta: Head of Brand & Experience and Head of Tech & Operations

To purchase tickets and to learn more about the South Florida Watermelon Festival: www.SoFloWatermelonFestival.com

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