The Luling Watermelon Thump is an annual festival held in Luling, Texas, celebrating the local watermelon harvest. This event typically takes place in August and features a variety of activities, including a parade, live music, and watermelon-themed contests. One of the highlights of the festival is the watermelon seed-spitting contest, where participants compete to see who can spit a seed the farthest. The festival also includes food vendors, arts and crafts booths, and a carnival, making it a fun event for families and visitors of all ages.