When
September 20, 2025
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where
Beard & Lady Inn
Chester, AR 72936
Admission
Free Entry!
Some activities require registration
What's a Pawpaw?
Arkansas' largest native fruit
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Welcome to Pawpaw Paradise
Join us for the 2nd annual Boston Mountains Pawpaw Festival, where we celebrate Arkansas' forgotten native fruit! Experience the unique tropical flavor of pawpaws through delicious desserts, learn from cultivation experts, enjoy live music by Dreadful Day, and crown our next Pawpaw royalty.
🥧 Pawpaw Desserts
Taste incredible pawpaw ice cream, pies, breads, and more from local vendors
🎵 Live Entertainment
Groove to live music, participate in the cornhole tournament, and enjoy family activities
🌱 Growing Workshops
Learn how to grow your own pawpaw trees from regional experts
👑 Pawpaw Pageant
Witness the crowning of our 2025 Pawpaw King
What are Pawpaws?
The pawpaw (Asimina triloba) is North America's largest native edible fruit, yet it remains one of our best-kept secrets! With a tropical flavor often described as a cross between banana and mango, pawpaws have a creamy, custard-like texture that makes them perfect for desserts.
Native to the eastern United States, pawpaws grow wild throughout Arkansas's forests. These nutritious fruits are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Join us to discover why pawpaws deserve a place in your garden and on your plate!
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Festival Schedule
🏨 Stay Where the Magic Happens
Make your festival experience complete with a stay at the historic Beard & Lady Inn—the heart of the Pawpaw Festival!
Walk to all festival events
Delicious breakfast included
Historic charm & modern comfort
Beautiful gardens to explore
Limited rooms available for festival weekend—book early!
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2024 Festival Highlights
A glimpse into the magic of our inaugural year
Relive the Magic
Explore hundreds of photos from vendors, activities, performances, and more
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Register for competitions and secure your spot!
Cornhole Tournament
📅 Saturday, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Farmer's Market
💵 Registration Required
Compete in our exciting cornhole tournament with cash prizes for the winners!
Register NowPawpaw Pageant
📅 Saturday, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
📍 Main Stage
💵 Registration Required
Be crowned the 2025 Pawpaw King! Open to all ages with multiple categories.
Enter PageantLooking to be a vendor or food truck? Visit our vendors page for registration information.
🤝 Be Part of the Magic!
Join our amazing volunteer team and help make the 2025 festival unforgettable
Perfect for students needing service hours or anyone who loves community events!
Become a VolunteerThanks to Our Sponsors
These local businesses help make our community events possible
Interested in sponsoring local events? Get in touch