South Florida Watermelon Festival 2025

Join us for sweet, juicy fun for everyone at the South Florida Watermelon Festival on April 12 & 13, 2025, at the beautiful South County Regional Park in Boca Raton! This family-friendly festival will be bursting with watermelon delights and games, thrilling carnival rides, inflatable villages, live music, and so much more! 🍉🍉 Here’s what you can look forward to:

Delicious Food
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's something for everyone!

Live Music
Groove to live music performances on the main stage featuring a range of genres from reggae dancehall to Motown, 70’s and 80’s dance hits to today’s popular music. Band lineup coming soon.

Firefighter ShowDon’t miss The Firefighter Show at our festival—a thrilling blend of action and education for all ages! Kids can volunteer as firefighter trainees, tackle exciting challenges like the water cannon shot, and explore the Smoke House and custom fire truck. With interactive demos and real gear, this unforgettable experience is a favorite at festivals nationwide. Bring the family and join the fun!

Carnival Rides
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!

Inflatable Villages
Dive into a world of excitement in our football field sized inflatable village! From giant slides to thrilling obstacle courses, there's endless fun for everyone. Hundreds of kids and adults fit inside at one time!

Activities for All AgesDive into the fun with our Watermelon Eating Contests, then unleash your creativity at the Watermelon Decorating Tent or craft a watermelon-scented candle at the Magic Candle Making Tent (proceeds benefit the IDDeal Foundation). Little ones will adore the Watermelon Soft Play Area. Teens and adults can test their skills at the Golf Simulator Truck and game trailers.

Shopping Village
Explore the best local vendors and artisans at our Shopping Village! Discover handmade treasures, including home decor, jewelry, spa products, children’s clothing, toys, specialty foods, and more. Support local businesses while enjoying a festive day of shopping.

Event Details
When: April 12 & 13, 2025
Hours: Saturday 10am – 10pm, Sunday 10am – 6pm
Where: South County Regional Park, 20405 Amphitheater Cir, Boca Raton, FL 33498
Parking: Free! VIP Parking available for $10 right next to the festival.

Tickets

• 1-Day Entry: $15 in advance for adults and children (Kids 2 & under are free) Price increases to $20 on April 1st, 2025
• Unlimited Rides & Inflatables Wristband: $25 (optional add-on)
• Save $2 Off Entry Tickets with Code: WATERMELON2025

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.

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There’s something for everyone at the South Florida Watermelon Festival. Don’t miss out on this juicy event! 🍉🍉 Check out our Strawberry festival video below to see the kind of fun you are in for!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

South County Regional Park, South County Regional Park, Palm Beach County, United States