MITCHELL — Get ready to be part of a beloved local tradition! The 78th Persimmon Festival Parade is just around the corner, and organizers are putting out the call for participants to join in the festivities on Saturday, September 27, 2025.
This is your chance to shine in one of the community’s most anticipated events of the year! Whether you’re a local organization, a school group, a business with a creative float, or just a group of friends wanting to celebrate, the parade is the perfect stage for you.
The deadline to sign up is September 12th. Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of the spectacle that draws crowds from all over the region. Parade line-up begins at 1:30 p.m. at Lehigh Field, located at 180 N. Meridian.
Parade rules and the all-important signup form can be accessed by scanning the QR code on the flyer or by visiting persimmonfestival.org. Join us in making this 78th year the best and most memorable one yet!
