Mississippi Watermelon Festival
- Dates
- 2027
- Status
- Expected
- Venue
- To be announced
- Price
- Not announced
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Aug 31, 2026
Mississippi Watermelon Festival comes to Mize, MS, 2027. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
What to eat & drink
Free watermelon is the essential experience, with the largest-melon contest adding agricultural interest.
You must try…
- All-you-can-eat Mississippi watermelon
- A slice from a prize-sized local melon
Festival weekend in pictures
The people, producers and atmosphere around the festival.
Watch before you taste
Food tours, crowd favourites and festival highlights.
The experience
What's special
A two-day Mize celebration with country music, a largest-watermelon contest, food and unlimited free watermelon
What people love
The all-you-can-eat fruit and grower competition put the crop at the center of the event
Music & entertainment
Lineup not yet announced. Email me the day it lands.
Getting there
How do I get to Mississippi Watermelon Festival?
By car
Most people drive to Mississippi Watermelon Festival. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
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Where
Map shows the centre of Mize. The venue's exact point is not confirmed yet.
Camping & Accommodation
No camping or lodging details for Mississippi Watermelon Festival yet.
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Pricing
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Next Stop Mississippi, Mississippi Watermelon Festival 2026 & What's Happening, Mississippi Public Broadcasting on YouTube
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