New for 2027 • Mansfield, Missouri
Festival of Fruit
A gathering of good fruit & good folks
July 11–12, 2027
Sunday & Monday
Gates open 10 a.m.–7 p.m. both days
Come hungry, fruit lovers! Take your taste buds on a groovy little trip—from tropical treasures to sweet local melons—at Baker Creek’s first-ever fruit festival.
Hundreds of varieties to taste!
$10 for both days
Kids under 18 get in free.
Nature’s candy. No wrapper needed.
Taste your way through summer
This gathering is all about the fruit. Sample hundreds of rare and wonderful varieties, discover new favorites, and savor the sweet abundance of summer.
Tropical sunshine
Explore tropical flavors, from mangoes and papayas to rare fruits that may be new to your taste buds.
Local melons, summer magic
Dig into sweet local melons and other seasonal fruits. Find a new favorite, one juicy bite at a time.
Tomatoes in living color
Discover heirloom tomatoes in a rainbow of colors, shapes, and flavors.
Fruit nursery owners & plant sages
Good food. Fresh ideas.
Gather a little wisdom
Plus Sean Williams, Stephanie Webb, and Steven Murray. Meet expert speakers and fellow fruit lovers for fresh ideas and good conversation.
Two days of good vibes
Enjoy music, colorful exhibits, and farm-fresh food. Bring the young sprouts for gardens, animals, and family fun.
Sleep beneath the stars
Camping is free during the festival. Pitch a tent, swap stories, and settle into the simple life. Restrooms and showers are available; camping rules apply.
