What to Watch: The Midland Downtown Farmers Market (MDFM) is hosting the Watermelon Festival on Saturday, Aug. 30. Enjoy free watermelon, seed-spitting and watermelon eating contests, and a raffle.

The Big Picture: With this event, families and friends can enjoy summer fun while browsing the usual market favorites from local vendors. The event is free and open to the public. Everyone is invited to celebrate local produce, summer fun, and community spirit. Shoppers can soak up the lively downtown market atmosphere as summer winds down.

Go Deeper: The Watermelon Festival is fun for all ages, offering a perfect end-of-summer celebration. Join the festivities from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 404 N. Colorado St., Midland.

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