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SEYMOUR – Registration is open for the 2024 Jackson County Watermelon Festival pageant.
The pageant will be held at 6 p.m. July 28 in the Brownstown Central High School auditorium.
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The event is open to Jackson County residents in various age categories ranging from 4 to 22 years old.
The deadline to register is June 16.
The winners in each category will receive a scholarship, prize package, and unique festival experience. Awards will be given to winners and first runner-ups in all age categories.
The Watermelon Festival Queen also will advance to compete at the Indiana State Festivals Pageant.
For details and to register for the 2024 JCWF Pageant, click here.