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Franklin County Watermelon Festival

Franklin County Watermelon Festival

August 14th, 2026 - August 15th, 2026Friday 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. | Saturday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Russellville

Watermelons are the focus as Russellville celebrates the Annual Franklin County Watermelon Festival!  Enjoy this free family event in Downtown Russellville with festival food, vendors, car & truck show, 5k and one mile fun run, and kids’ area with rides and games. Each evening the stage lights up with performances from a variety of genres. Enjoy a fresh, sweet slice of watermelon on Friday and Saturday nights when entertainment begins and on Saturday morning in the park behind Russellville First Baptist Church.  While in the park, peruse watermelon contest entries in categories such as best dressed to most unusual. Set your watch for noon on Saturday to witness the weighing of the largest watermelons around! Pack your sunscreen and lawn chairs, we are waiting for you!

 

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    • 103 North Jackson Avenue
    • Russellville, AL 35653
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    Directions

    From Alabama Highway 24 in Russellville, turn on to Lawrence Street. Lawrence Street intersects with Jackson Avenue.

    Region

    Russellville is located in the Bankhead & Sipsey Wilderness Area of the North Alabama Region

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    Where to Stay

    Best Western Plus Russellville Hotel & Suites

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    Slickrock Campground---Bear Creek Lakes

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    Econo Lodge Russellville

    Located in Russellville, Alabama
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    Where to Eat

    Pilgrim's Place

    Mouthwatering ribs are a crowd favorite, but Pilgrim's Place offers more than just BBQ.The chicken salad and made from scratch desserts are also on the restaurants signature dish list.
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    What to See & Do

    Twin Pines Country Club

    Scenic championship course with beautiful bent grass greens, plush Bermuda fairways. Lined with trees, water hazards. Fun to play.

    The Historic Roxy Theatre

    The Historic Roxy Theatre is located in Russellville inside the Americana Music Triangle. The Roxy hosts musicals, concerts, movies, and special events.
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