Celebrating 77 Years of Persimmon Traditions

The Mitchell Persimmon Festival began in 1947 when Mitchell native, George Bishop dreamed of creating an event to bring together the small community.

Schedule Of Events:

8 AM - Yard Sales
Mitchell, Indiana
Yard sales will be happering all over Mitchell, IN. Pick up a lutat the Mitchell Chamber office closer to time Call (812) 848-4441 to add your yardsale to the list.

9 AM-2 PM: Persimmon Market
Community Building-101 Tom Green Dr.
Support local small businesses as you browse through vendors featuring boutique items, handmade decor, treats, much morel
Call (812) 675-9610 information

9 AM-1 PM: Dutch Oven Extravaganza
Mitchell Park-101 Tom Green Dr. As soon as you step out of your car, you will smell the delicious food shat is prepared!

9 AM - 2 PM: Fine Arts Entry
Mitchell Community Public Library
Enter your arts project for the Fine Arts Comest! $5 per person Lait to 3 paintings per person. Open to any artist 18 years or older. Call (812) 278-4723 information

12 PM - 4 PM: EMS Day
MHS Soccer Field Hancock Ave.
Bring the the kids and stop by to see the emergency equipment. Ambulances, trucks, and other fun things!
Call (812) 583-6770 for more information

4 PM: Candlelight Tour
Spring Mill State Park - 3333 State Rd. 60 E
Join us for a reenactment of life in the 1800's Plus concessions, music, and more! Sponsored by Tri Kappa Sorority Gate fees apply. Call (812) 845-4441 for more information