There’s just nothing like a sweet, juicy watermelon…but a Green River melon is even better. The melons here are so epic that the town of Green River celebrates them with a festival every fall.

Get ready, because OK Anderson Park in Green River is about to turn into the grounds for Utah's best festival of the year.
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Melon Days will fill the park with vendors and activities, starting on Saturday, September 9th.
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On September 8th and 9th, the Melon Days Princess and Queen pageants take place, and winners will be crowned in anticipation for the following week's festivities.
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There's a community dinner at the park on Wednesday, September 13th
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Bounce houses, carnival, kids games and activities also start on the 13th.
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Saturday, September 16th is the biggest day of the festival.
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Festivities kick off at 6:45 AM with the Melon Run 5k. Enjoy the Scout Pancake Breakfast from 7 AM to 9 AM, then watch the parade, which starts at 10 AM. Enjoy the softball tournament, food trucks, entertainment, carnival and vendors all day long at the park, and a concert at dusk.
Of course, the stars of the show are the melons themselves. You'll want to grab a few cantaloupes...
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...and the sweet, juicy Green River watermelons are just waiting to go home with you!
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So, who's ready for some watermelon?
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For a full calendar of events, visit the Melon Days website.

Are you planning to attend this year’s Melon Days?

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