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The Monticello Watermelon Festival Parade is the crown jewel of the festival, bringing the community together for a colorful, fun-filled celebration of tradition and hometown pride! Watch as festive floats, marching bands, local organizations, and special guests make their way through historic downtown Monticello, all decked out in this year’s theme: “In My Watermelon Era”—celebrating decades of watermelon magic!

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🌟 Parade Highlights:
🚜 Creative Floats & Performers – Local groups go all out decorating to match the festival theme!
🎶 Live Music & Marching Bands – Feel the energy of the parade with toe-tapping tunes.
👑 Miss Watermelon & Jr. Miss Watermelon – See our festival royalty in their grand debut!
🎈 Family-Friendly Fun – A can’t-miss event for all ages!

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📅 Parade Date: June 13, 2025

🏆 Want to Join? Sign up your business, organization, or club to be part of the excitement!

🚨 Don’t just watch—be part of the parade!

Join the fun and showcase your creativity in the 2025 Monticello Watermelon Festival Parade! This year’s theme, “In My Watermelon Era,” celebrates the decades of festival traditions—so get inspired by the past or put a modern spin on your float! Whether you're a business, organization, or community group, we encourage you to go all out with decorations, costumes, and watermelon spirit


ENTRY FEE is $25 per 30' space. Parade Line-Up will be based on when your application is submitted.

Select Number of Entry Spaces:
Entry Space$25

DISCLAIMER: I hereby release Jefferson County Watermelon Festival, Inc., Chamber of Commerce of Jefferson County, City of Monticello and all other parties involved with Jefferson County Watermelon Festival of any and all responsibilities from any liability in connection with the participation of the above person(s), group, animal(s) and/or organization in the 2025 Jefferson County Watermelon Festival parade. Further, by signing this entry form I also agree to abide by attached Rules & Regulations. Must be 21 years of age or older and officially designated as a spokesperson for the organization. Electronic signature is legally binding.

Once you click submit, you will be taken to the CHECKOUT screen. Applications submitted without payment will not be valid. If you would like to pay with cash or a check, please contact the Chamber office at 850-997-5552 first.

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