Hope Watermelon Festival
About this event
The Hope Watermelon Festival is a food festival in Hope, Arkansas, at Hope Fair Park. The 2026 event takes place Aug 6–8, 2026. A half-century Arkansas tradition celebrating Hope's world-famous watermelons with arts and crafts, the Watermelon Olympics, a car show, civic-club food, and headline concerts at Hope Fair Park each August.
Annual, first full weekend of August
Location & directions
Hope Fair Park, 800 S Mockingbird Ln, Hope, AR 71801
Frequently asked questions
When is Hope Watermelon Festival 2026?
Hope Watermelon Festival takes place Aug 6–8, 2026 in Hope, Arkansas. Annual, first full weekend of August
Where is Hope Watermelon Festival held?
Hope Watermelon Festival is held in Hope, Arkansas, at Hope Fair Park, 800 S Mockingbird Ln, Hope, AR 71801.
What is Hope Watermelon Festival?
A half-century Arkansas tradition celebrating Hope's world-famous watermelons with arts and crafts, the Watermelon Olympics, a car show, civic-club food, and headline concerts at Hope Fair Park each August.
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