This fun and fiercely competitive event will take place on Saturday, August 9th at 1:30
PM on the Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center Stage at Hope Fair Park.
Participants will compete in three age divisions, with 1st through 3rd place prizes
awarded in each. One competitor will be crowned the Grand Champion for the longest
spit of the day!

This free event is a festival favorite and full of laughs—so whether you're competing or
cheering from the crowd, it’s a must-see part of Saturday’s festivities.
For more information, contact the Chamber at (870) 777-3640 or email
hopemelonfest@yahoo.com.

Bring your best aim and strongest spit—let’s see who can go the distance at this year’s
Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest!