The 83rd Annual Hampton County Watermelon Festival
The Hampton County Watermelon Festival is held annually in Hampton, SC. First held in 1939, it is one of the oldest continuously running festivals in South Carolina. It is a family-friendly event featuring parades, a 5K run, live music, kids’ activities, a fishing contest, a watermelon judging contest, watermelon eating contests, arts & crafts, tasty food, and more. In 2025, the eight-day Hampton County Watermelon Festival will take place from June 14 to June 21.
Start Date
Saturday, June 15, 2025
End Date
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Festival Location
Various locations in Hampton, SC
For GPS use: Lake Warren State Park, 1079 Lake Warren Rd, Hampton, SC 29924
Contact
Email: [email protected]
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