Watermelon Idol returns to the 49th Annual Hope Watermelon Festival

HOPE – Get ready to sing your heart out! The Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the return of Watermelon Idol, one of the most anticipated events of the Hope Watermelon Festival. This year’s competition will take place on Saturday, August 9th at 3:00 PM on the Farmers Bank & Trust Stage.

Aspiring performers 16 years of age and up are invited to compete for trophies and cash prizes awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. The overall winner will also earn a special opportunity to perform during Saturday evening before The Lead Singers of Classic Rock on Legion Field.

Participants can register by visiting the registration link at: https://forms.gle/qu7uSwFQ4KLY5RAZ8 or hopemelonfest.com.

For more information, contact the Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce at hopemelonfest@yahoo.com, call (870) 777-3640, or stop by 201 S. Main Street in Hope.

Don’t miss your chance to be a star on the Watermelon Idol stage!