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Vendor fair & free melon munchin' in the park all day on Saturday!

Schedule *2026 Schedule subject to change*

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3-MAN SCRAMBLE TOURNAMENT

​​FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th

- $270.00 per team (includes fees & cart):
-$90 for individual.

​- 35% of combined handicaps
- No more than 10 between partners
- Max handicap 24
- UGA or established handicap required
 

​Tournament starts at 9 AM at Green River State Park golf course. ​

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​Call 435-564-8882 for more information.
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Vendor Fair 

FRIDAY | 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM   
SATURDAY | 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM 
O.K. Anderson Park
Get ready for a sweet treat and some unique finds at the Melon Days Vendor Fair! Our small but mighty marketplace is brimming with local artisans and craftspeople, and delicious food trucks. You'll discover handcrafted jewelry, charming home décor,  all kinds of wonderful melon themed products, and one-of-a-kind gifts you won't find anywhere else. It's the perfect place to support local talent and add a little extra sweetness to your Melon Festival experience!

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FFA Breakfast in the Park! 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19th | 7:00AM - 10:00AM
Come on down to the FFA Breakfast at the park! It's going to be hoppin' good times with a heapin' plate of grub. The Green River Utah FFA Chapter is cookin' up a storm at the pavilion at the O.K. Anderson park. Fill yer bellies before the Melon Days parade kicks off! Tickets are available until 10 AM Saturday, or while they last. All money raised goes to support these hard-workin' FFA Kids. Bring the whole family and help us make a difference! 

Brennan Bigelow: 435-299-2504

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NEW QR Code! Use the bottom code to purchase FFA Breakfast!

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Pony / Unicorn Rides

FRIDAY & SATURDAY,  SEPTEMBER 18th - 19th

Ponies & "Unicorns" provided by Stacie Rigby 

Contact Stacie Rigby: 
[email protected]

$10 a Ride


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SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT

FRIDAY & SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th - 19th
    Men’s & Coed | Entry Fee: $350
 - Teams must be registered
- Standard USSSA rules apply
- Special rules will be posted at all fields
- Four game guarantee
-Two 2 -pitch pool play games
- Double Elimination
- Games will be 7 innings or up to one hour long
-Includes 3 Balls and Umpires
-Includes 2 Home Run Bracelets
- Co-ed will start Friday | Men’s will start Saturday 
For questions and registration contact: 
Amanda: 435-749-9060


REGISTER AT:
​coalcountryevents.com



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MELON RUN (5K Run/Walk)

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19th

​This Event is Sponsored by the Green River High School Athletic Department. 

​Register or donate online HERE

Early Registration is suggested,  however, you will be able to register Friday evening at the City booth (by the tennis courts) at the City Park. 
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Contact: Kayce Fluckey: 775-385-7277
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Jr. Entrepreneur Market

FRIDAY, 12:00PM - 6:00PM
SATURDAY, 12:00PM - 6:00PM 
O.K. ANDERSON PARK, BASKETBALL COURTS
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​Bright Ideas! Is an Emery County based Jr. Entrepreneur program that offers free workshops, trainings, local vendor opportunities, and a chance to win seed money for kids looking to start or expand their own business!
You can learn more about the program at https://www.emerycountychamber.com/jr-entrepreneurs.html 


Whether you're a member of Bright Ideas or not,   if you're 17 years old or younger and you have a great idea for a booth,  please fill out an application for Green River Melon Days. 
Jr. Entrepreneur Application
Photo: Ryan Baxter

MELON DAYS PARADE

​ ​SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19th | 10:00 AM

The parade lineup will begin at the City Maintenance Building (545 West Main) across from NAPA, and will end at the Book Cliff Lodge (735 East Main). Participants must line up by 9:30 AM.

For more information contact:
Cindy Bowerman, Parade Director | (435) 691-0251


Parade Application
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MELON DAYS FUN SHOOT

SATURDAY,  SEPTEMBER 19th | 12:00 PM | Gun Range 3525 E Old Hwy 6 & 50
 
Melon Days Trap Shoot 

$5 Shoot for Members 

$10 Shoot for Non-Members 

CASH PRIZES! 

For more information contact: Landen Fluckey 775-385-1044 or Lance Erwin 435-210-8131

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MELON CARVING CONTEST

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19th

Melon Carvings must be carved from Local Melons. 

Those who wish to display their Melons at the Park may bring them to the City Booth by 10:00am Saturday Sept 20th. 

Participants will vote on their favorite melon carving at the City Booth throughout the day. 

​ Winner receives a cash Prize of $100! 
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Melon Days PHOTO CONTEST! 

Enter to win $100 cash prize!

RULES:
1. Photo MUST contain a Green River Melon. Watermelon, cantaloupe, Honey Dew, etc.
2. Contest begins NOW.  Submit Photo by September 23rd @ 10:00 AM
3. Send photo to [email protected]. Melon Days Committee will review and vote on their favorite. 
4. Acknowledge that your photo submissions may be used for future event advertising.
5. ONLY one photo per submission  
6. Please do not submit AI generated photos. 


THAT'S IT!

Get creative, we can't wait to see your photos!

Robin Hunt  |  City Events Coordinator

[email protected] |  435 - 820 - 0592
PO Box 620, Green River, UT 84525
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