We hope to see you at the Sixth Annual Persimmon Festival on the First Sunday in November 2026!

Swing by the Eat Your Yard Jax farm on Sunday, November 1st, 2026 for the Sixth Annual Persimmon Festival, EYYJ’s
annual fundraiser!

We’re talking live music, drinks, persimmon tastings, local vendors, educational workshops, kid activities & plenty more.

Bring the little ones along — kids 10 & under get in free with a ticket purchase.

Tickets on sale now! Early-bird special $20.
Tickets will be $25 online & $30 at the “door”
*Tickets are digital! Your email confirmation will serve as your ticket.*

EVENT DETAILS

This family-friendly, fall celebration will take place rain or shine at the EYYJ farm, and we’ve got an exciting day planned for the whole community.

November 1st, 2026
10 AM - 4 PM
Eat Your Yard Jax Farm
6500 Utsey Road, Jacksonville, Florida 32219

FAQ’s

• Is the event rain or shine? Yes!

• Is the farm/event handicapped accessible? Yes! Handicapped parking will be closest to the entrance of the farm/fest & we have a ramp to access our handicapped-accessible bathroom

• Is this a family event? Yes, bring the kiddos on down! Children 10 & under get in free with purchase of a ticket. We will have activities for them all day. They will also have a blast exploring the farm & getting to meet our animals!

Volunteer at the festival

We’re looking for volunteers at the fest! If interested in volunteering, please fill out the form at the button below:

2026 VENDOR LINEUP This year’s line-up coming out soon! Want to be a part? Reach out!

PAST YEARS WORKSHOP SESSIONS (included with your ticket):

• “Horticulture Therapy”
  Tim Armstrong, EYYJ Founder, & Robin Staley, Horticulturist

• “Stayin' in Sync with the Seasons"
  Nathan Ballentine, AKA Man in Overalls

• "Backyard Mushrooms"
  Noah with Harmony Mushrooms

• "Building Your Permaculture Food Forest"
  Stephanie with the Caribbean Agroforestry Institute

• "Yarden to Kitchen: Bioregional Herbalism for the Whole Family"
  Elsie Lopez with Gold Water Alchemy

• “Backyard Chickens”
  Donna and Jenny of American Farmsteadhers

• "Urban Ag in the City"
  Angela TenBroeck, Office of the Mayor’s Urban Agriculture Dept.

DELICIOUS EATS (available for purchase): Local Chef TBD

PAST YEARS TASTINGS (included with your ticket): Get ready to try…

• Variety of Different Persimmons

• Persimmon Ice Cream

• Persimmon Leaf Tea

• Persimmon Chocolate by Makenu

• Persimmon Handpies by 1748 Bakehouse

• Persimmon Kombucha by Firewalker Beverages

• Persimmon Beer by Fishweir Brewing Company (Unfortunately due to new permit laws in Jax, this will not be available at the festival itself, but please stop by their brick and mortar to taste the delicious treat!)

MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT: Explore the festival while enjoying live music!

KIDS’ ZONE: Bring the little ones! Kids ages ten and under get in free and can enjoy fun activities.