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!
$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.

Sunday 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 a designated “Kid’s Zone” and they will also have a blast exploring the farm & getting to meet our animals!

  • Will there be alcohol served at the event? No.

  • Can I bring my dog? Unfortunately, no pets are allowed unless they are designated service animals.


Volunteer at the festival

We are no longer accepting volunteers for this year’s fest. Thank you for your interest.

Volunteer form

DELICIOUS EATS (available for purchase): Wonderful farm-to-table lunch provided by incredible, local chef Rosaria Cammarata aka This Chick Can Cook!

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

  • Variety of Different Persimmons

  • Persimmon Ice Cream

  • Persimmon Loaf

  • Persimmon Leaf Tea

  • Persimmon Chocolate by Makenu

  • Persimmon Hand-pies by 1748 Bakehouse

  • Persimmon Kombucha by Firewalker Beverages

MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT: Explore the festival while enjoying live music. This year’s tunes will be provided by local band Blossomin’ Bone!

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


BECOME A SPONSOR

Persimmon Festival is our biggest fundraising event of the year. Your support helps us run the nursery and provide educational programming year-round. To learn more about our sponsorship opportunities, download the Sponsorship Packet or contact Tim Armstrong at info@eatyouryardjax.org. To become a sponsor, select one of the available sponsorship levels or donate via check by completing and mailing the Sponsorship Packet to 6500 Utsey Road Jacksonville Florida, 32219.

Seed Sponsor
Tree Sponsor
Sprout Sponsor
Fruit Sponsor

A BIG Thank you to our sponsors & Partners!

We hope to see you at the 2026 Sixth Annual Persimmon Festival!