Cordele 75th Annual Watermelon Days Festival Ribbon Cutting

CORDELE, Ga. – Now, get ready to celebrate!

The 75th Annual Watermelon Days Festival is officially underway!

Crisp county’s longest-standing tradition has returned as the county cut the ribbon to mark the start, of the 2024 Watermelon Festival.

The presenting sponsor representative, Jeremy Register from Ag Georgia Farm Credit, emphasized the significance of supporting the community and agriculture in Crisp county.

Ava Wilkinson, the 2024 Watermelon Capital Queen, was present as well, introducing all the queens for this year and expressing her excitement to be part of this year’s festivities.

The 75th Annual Watermelon Days Festival is set to take place this Saturday, June 22nd, at Georgia Veterans State Park.

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