by One of the South’s most beloved summer events is back! The Mississippi Watermelon Festival returns to Mize, Mississippi, on Friday, July 19, and Saturday, July 20, offering two days of refreshing family-friendly fun, live entertainment, and plenty of juicy watermelon.
Plan Your Visit
- Location: Mize, Mississippi
- Dates: Friday, July 19 & Saturday, July 20, 2025
Festival Highlights
- All-you-can-eat Smith County watermelon (included with admission)
- Arts & crafts booths showcasing local creativity
- Delicious food vendors with summer favorites
- Jeep Show
- 5K walk/run
- Car, bike, and truck show
- Watermelon Eating & Spitting Contests — fan-favorite events
Entertainment Schedule
Friday, July 19
- Live performances start at 3:30 PM
- Ransakk headlines at 7:30 PM
Saturday, July 20
- Music begins at 8:30 AM
- Featuring 18 Mile, local talent
- Jeff Bates performs at 6:00 PM
- Colin Stough takes the stage at 8:00 PM
Special Guests and Purpose
- Mississippi Watermelon Queen Kaelyn Hollingsworth will attend, participate in events, and promote Smith County’s world-famous melons.
- All festival proceeds support the Mize Volunteer Fire Department, combining fun with a meaningful cause.
