The Watermelon Eating Contest

 

Sponsored by

Art & Bridgette Rivera

Superintendents: Ray and Loretta Padilla

 

• This Contest is open to anyone wishing to participate in this contest.

 

• This is a timed event. The object of this contest is to determine the fastest time in which a slice of watermelon can be eaten by a participant, WITHOUT THE USE OF HANDS OR ANY OTHER ASSISTANCE EXCEPT FOR THE MOUTH AND FACE.

 

• The slices of watermelon will be precut to as uniform a size and shape as possible without providing undue advantage to any participant.

 

• Age categories and number of participants will determine the ribbon placings.

 

• Ribbons will be given for 1st thru 3rd place and participation ribbons will be awarded to other participants thereafter.

 

• Age group categories are as follows:

9 years old and under

10 - 13 years old

14 years old and over

 

• Cash prizes will be awarded in each of the above categories as follows:

First Place $10.00

Second Place $ 7.50

Third Place $ 5.00

• Any ties will be broken by the judges and timer.

• The decision of the judges and timer will be final.

• All participants agree to the above rules through their participation.

 

For more information send an email to: Taos County Fair Association