The Schedule Friday, May 14th - The park will be open for campers who'd like to arrive early. Visit www.watermelonpark.com for more info. Saturday, May 15th (tentative schedule) 12:00 Noon - Gates Open / Contest Signup To reserve a slot in the Pickin' Contest, we recommend you purchase your tickets online and get on the list early. There are only about 25 Band Showcase slots (give or take) and about 40 Pickin' Contest slots. We will offer any remaining slots to walk up ticket holders first come first serve. 1:00 p.m. - Pickin' Contest Compete in a one-category instrumental contest for Guitar, Fiddle, Banjo, Mandolin, and Bass for Cash & Prizes, and Hall of Fame status! 3:00 p.m. - Lonesome Highway Truly one of the great bluegrass groups on the rise. Based in Romney , WV, Lonesome Highway has been performing throughout the regional area for the last 13 years. Their superb solo and harmony singing accompanied with tight instrumentals will leave you with an unforgettable bluegrass experience. http://www.lhway.com 4:00 p.m. - Band Showcase Play one or two (or more depending on signups) songs with Your Band for Promoters, Venue Owners, and Booking Agents, and for a chance to win a $500 Paid Slot at Watermelon Park Fest 2010! 6:45 p.m. - The Pickin' Contest Winners Announced / Performance Prizes awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Winners. Group performance by the winners. 7:00 p.m. - The Whiskey Rebellion Two things in particular distinguish The Whiskey Rebellion among the latest generation of bluegrass-based string bands. The first of these is the band's traditional (and occasionally timeless) original songwriting. The second is a lively and unique sense of musicianship informed by four perspectives and musical backgrounds as diverse as you're likely to find in any ensemble, regardless of genre. http://www.myspace.com/therealwhiskeyrebellion 8:00 p.m. - The Band Showcase Winnners Announced / Performance Prizes awarded. Special Performance by the winners. 8:30 p.m. - Open Jam in the Campground!
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