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Indiana's Pawpaw Festival Draws Hundreds
13 Sep
Summary
- Festival celebrates North America's largest native fruit, the pawpaw.
- Attendees learned about pawpaws and could buy fruit or trees.
- The event is held annually the weekend after Labor Day in Merom.
The Indiana Pawpaw Festival recently drew hundreds of attendees to Merom Bluff Park. This annual event celebrates the pawpaw, recognized as the largest native fruit found in North America. Festival-goers enjoyed various attractions, including craft vendors, live music, and diverse food trucks.
Beyond the entertainment, the festival provided an educational experience about the pawpaw fruit. Visitors could sample and purchase the fruit, with many also opting to buy pawpaw trees to cultivate their own at home. The event director, Issac Busby, highlighted the fruit's widespread growth and regional nicknames like "Indiana banana."
Busby expressed satisfaction with the festival's growth over its four years, emphasizing the joy of seeing people discover and appreciate the pawpaw. The festival, held annually the weekend after Labor Day, continues to foster a growing love for this distinctive native fruit.
