Chinchilla Melon Fest 2025: Full social gallery as thousands attend massive event
Thousands turned out for one of the biggest events held in the Western Downs as Chinchilla celebrated Melon Fest 2025. SEE THE GALLERY.
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The biennial Melon Fest kicked off with a bang on Friday with 10,000 visitors flooding into Chinchilla.
From cowboys and cowgirls enjoying the Melon Rodeo to the much anticipated Melon Weigh-in there was something for everyone on the events opening day.
Check out our gallery of photos below.
Melon Fest Beach Party
Melon Skiing Under Lights
Melon Rodeo
Melon Weigh In
Melon Fest Parade
Melon Fest market
Melon Fest Dash for Cash
Melon Fest events
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Originally published as Chinchilla Melon Fest 2025: Full social gallery as thousands attend massive event
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