Persimmon Festival 5K
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Persimmon Festival 5K
The Persimmon Festival 5K is a long-standing athletic event held in Mitchell, Indiana, as part of the 78th Mitchell Persimmon Festival. This historic event is a member of the Mag7 race series. The festival activities span several days in late September, with the running and walking events taking place on a single day.
Participants can choose from the following event categories:
- 5K Run
- 5K Walk
- 1 Mile Kids Run
The 1 Mile Kids Run is a free event specifically for children in the 5th grade or below. While there is no registration fee for this distance, an optional t-shirt is available for purchase.
Recognition is provided across various categories. The 5K run offers awards for the top three finishers in five-year age increments. The 5K walk recognizes the top five male and female finishers. For the 1 Mile kids event, awards are presented to the top three male and female participants. The event is located at 1000 Bishop Blvd. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
