Nevada’s Sweetest Tradition Returns - Cantaloupe Festival & Country Fair Set for August 22–24

Get ready for three jam-packed days of family fun, fresh melons, and small-town magic, because the Cantaloupe Festival & Country Fair is back at the 3C Event Complex from August 22 to 24.

Presented by CC Communications, the festival is one of Nevada’s longest-running and most beloved traditions, bringing together agricultural pride, carnival thrills, and a community spirit that just keeps growing.

This year’s theme? Pure celebration of Fallon, of farming, and of cantaloupe, of course.

Whether you're coming for the tractor pulls or the funnel cakes, there’s something for everyone across the weekend. The festival kicks off Friday at 1 p.m. and runs through Sunday at 5 p.m., with extended evening hours Friday and Saturday for the night owls.

You’ll find:

• A Kids Zone full of excitement and hands-on activities
• Local vendors and handmade goods
• Tractor and truck pulls, livestock exhibits, and farm displays
• The return of the Cutest Cowboy and Cowgirl Contest
• Live music to dance the night away

And woven throughout the weekend: cantaloupe, cantaloupe, cantaloupe! From melon-themed treats and drinks to fresh produce from local growers, the fruit that made Fallon famous is front and center.

A new fan favorite returns this year, the Agriculture Experience, a fun and educational journey through the heart of Nevada farming. It's designed for all ages to get hands-on with the science, technology, and traditions behind our rural lifestyle. It’s the perfect blend of learning and play.

Carnival Wristbands = Unlimited Fun

The carnival is back and bigger than ever, running all three days of the festival. Unlimited ride wristbands will be available for $40 (presale online) or $45 at the ticket box. Wristbands are sold per day and only during select hours:

• Friday, Aug. 22: 4–10 p.m.
• Saturday, Aug. 23: 4–11 p.m.

Grab pre-sale tickets before noon on Aug. 21 at FallonCantaloupeFestival.com/tickets.

Rev It Up: The Car & Bike Show Returns

On Saturday, Aug. 23, the lot outside the 3C Event Complex will be shining with chrome and rumbling with horsepower. The Car & Bike Show, hosted by Rustoration Garage, invites classic car lovers and motorcycle enthusiasts to show off their rides.

Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m., with the show starting at 9 a.m. and awards at 1 p.m. Registration is $30 in advance or $35 on the day of the show. Register at RustorationGarage.net.

Calling All Volunteers

Events like this don’t happen without the heart and hustle of community volunteers. If you're looking to get involved, there's still time to sign up and lend a hand. From ticket booths to contest support, your help makes the fair a success. Visit FallonCantaloupeFestival.com/volunteer to get started.

Mark your calendars, grab your hat, and bring the whole family out to the 2025 Fallon Cantaloupe Festival & Country Fair. It’s not just an event, it’s a taste of everything we love about rural Nevada.

More details, tickets, and updates available at FallonCantaloupeFestival.com.