Persimmon Festival 5k
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Mitchell, Indiana
- Price Free - $22.20
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Persimmon Festival 5k, taking place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in the charming town of Mitchell, Lawrence! This vibrant race is part of the 78th Mitchell Persimmon Festival, which runs from September 22 to 28, 2025, celebrating community spirit and the joy of fall.
Participants can look forward to a thrilling 5k run featuring age group awards in five-year increments, as well as recognition for the top five male and female walkers. Young runners can also join in the fun with a free kids' 1M event, where the top three boys and girls will be celebrated. With a fantastic atmosphere and a strong sense of community, the Persimmon Festival 5k promises to be an unforgettable experience for runners and families alike! Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to engage with your community and enjoy a fun-filled day of fitness and festivities!
Participants can look forward to a thrilling 5k run featuring age group awards in five-year increments, as well as recognition for the top five male and female walkers. Young runners can also join in the fun with a free kids' 1M event, where the top three boys and girls will be celebrated. With a fantastic atmosphere and a strong sense of community, the Persimmon Festival 5k promises to be an unforgettable experience for runners and families alike! Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to engage with your community and enjoy a fun-filled day of fitness and festivities!
Organiser's Description
Part of the 78th Mitchell Persimmon Festival going on September 22-28, 2025! This historic 5k is part of the Mag7 race series.
Lots of awards in this event with 3 places given in 5 year increments in the 5k run as well as top 5 M/F in the walk and top 3 M/F in the free kids 1M event.
Lots of awards in this event with 3 places given in 5 year increments in the 5k run as well as top 5 M/F in the walk and top 3 M/F in the free kids 1M event.
Races
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Persimmon Fest 5K Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 24 JUL -
Persimmon Fest 5K Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 24 JUL -
Persimmon Fest 1 Mile Kids Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 24 JULThis 1 mile kids run is for those kids in 5th grade or below and will be a free event following the 5k. There is an optional t-shirt you can purchase for $10.
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1000 Bishop Blvd, Mitchell, 47446, IN, United States
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