Frequently Asked Questions

  • When: April 12 & 13, 2025

    Hours: Saturday 10am–7pm, Sunday 10am–7pm

  • Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park in West Boca Raton is a very large, beautiful outdoor park at the end of Glades Road past 441 located at:

    For GPS: Sunset Cove Amphitheater

    12551 Glades Road
    Boca Raton, FL 33498

    Map Link

  • Yes, there will be a box office at the gate of the festival To buy online, please visit our ticket page.

    All Inclusive Entry*: $28 for adults and children (Kids 2 & under are free)

    *Includes Unlimited Rides, Inflatables & Shows. Food, Shopping and Game Trailers for extra charge.

  • Entry Tickets are available for purchase for entry on one Single Day (your choice ofSaturday or Sunday).

    This ticket includes the following:

    • Entry into the Festival

    • Live Pig Show

    • Watermelon Eating Contest

    Unlimited turns on:

    • Berry Go Round

    • Bumper Boats

    • Carousel

    • Balloon Bubble Houses

    • Human Hamster Wheels

    • State Fair Slide

    • Tornado Ride

    • Mechanical Swings

    • Scrambler

    • Octopus Ride

    • Bungees & Rock Wall Combo

    • Large Bungees

    • Kiddie Airplanes

    • Yoyo Swings

    • Giant Inflatable Obstacle Courses

    • Inflatable Bounce Houses

    • Inflatable Maze

    • Inflatable Games

    • Baby and toddler soft play area for 2 & under is complimentary.

    For Purchase:

    • Watermelons & Watermelon Treats

    • Meal Food Booths

    • Game Trailers

    • Shopping Booths

    **Entry same day is allowed with hand stamp. If you would like to return the next day, you will need to purchase ticket again.

  • Babies & Toddlers under 24 months old are free of charge and will enjoy complimentary access to our Watermelon Soft Play Area which is a fenced-in area with foam mat, ball pit, baby slide, etc.

  • Yes, you must obtain a hand stamp at the exit of the festival in order to return same day at no additional charge. If you would like to return the next day, you will need to purchase another ticket for the next day.

  • Parking in the surrounding area in 100% FREE. There will be VIP Parking for $10 available directly across the street in the parking lot or Premium VIP Parking for $20 on the grass right next to the festival.

    Please visit the Parking page HERE for the map of parking options.

  • While April is generally drier compared to the summer months, occasional rain showers can occur. The festival is rain or shine, so come prepared to enjoy the fun no matter the weather! No refunds will be issued due to rain.

  • Dogs are not allowed at the festival for the safety of the children, attendees, petting zoo animals & the dogs in the pig show. Service dogs only allowed. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

  • There will be delicious food booths that will have meals, snacks, drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic), desserts and watermelon treats available for purchase. No outside food or drink is allowed into the festival unless it for dietary, allergy or religious reasons.

  • There will be plenty of tables and chairs in the dining area and picnic tables in front of the inflatables for parent seating while the kiddos play.

  • Yes, there are luxury restroom trailers and portables throughout the festival grounds carefully taken care of by our cleaning staff.

  • No. Cards are accepted but having cash is a good idea.

    The Box Office Tents will accept cash and credit card payments via Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express.

  • Bikes are not allowed in the festival. Please leave bikes outside before entering.

  • Refunds only issued on tickets further out than one week of the event. No refunds within 7 days.

  • Please visit our Vendor page for full details, booth pricing and to apply.

  • You will be walking on grass so sneakers or comfortable footwear is encouraged. We encourage dressing in any watermelon attire you have…dresses, shirts, costumes, etc. This festival is a family friendly event. Please be mindful of your actions, language and dress.

  • In consideration for participating in the rides and activities at the South Florida Watermelon Festival (produced by FOMO Entertainment Group LLC) taking place on April 12 & 13, 2025, at South County Park in Boca Raton, FL, all ticket purchasers, and attendees using tickets and wristbands, automatically acknowledge and agree to this agreement.

  • Please feel free to contact us.

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