Noon Notebook: 30th Annual Plains Watermelon Roundup

Published: Sep. 1, 2026 at 3:21 PM CDT

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Plains in Yoakum County is hosting the 30th Annual Watermelon Roundup at the Yoakum County Courthouse Square.

The event is Saturday, September 5, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission is free, and organizers say there will be plenty of watermelon and lots of vendors with family friendly activities.

The roundup benefits Yoakum County Connections and supports art education for students in Plains and Denver City ISDs.

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