Held the first Sunday of every month, year-round!
From the success of our yearly events, we have decided to branch out into these monthly celebrations of gardening, local food and old-time living. Join us for a whole day of exciting demonstrations, superb music, local foods and crafts, garden exhibits and more!
Join hundreds of gardeners each month, and enjoy:
- Farmer's markets
- Old-time shopping
- Fresh-baked breads
- The area's best music
- Old-time contests
- and many local artists
Come get the best in heirloom garden plants!
Shoppers browse through our old-time village; come see us recreate history!
Our festivals are home to some of the best local and national historic music groups. Come hear great bluegrass, western, gospel, Irish, folk and more!
Get fresh garden produce at our monthly farmer's markets!
Our blacksmith shop; one of the newest attractions at our pioneer village. Come watch our professional blacksmiths make unique metal items!
Our events are popular with kids, homeschool families, and those who like historic living.
Read more about Bakersville at Rodale Institute.
View photos of our festival in Jere's Photo Gallery!
Info about the festivals
The festivals are held at Bakersville, near Mansfield, MO.
Directions:
From Mansfield, MO take Hwy. 5 north 1.5 miles to London Rd and follow signs.
We offer free tent and RV camping; no need to register. There are also hotels in the local area. Some food is available at the festival.
Admission $2.00; children 14 and under are free. No large dogs.
Vendors are welcome! Please call to register and make sure you have a space.
Call 417-924-8917