St. Peter's Labor Day Festival

The St. Peter's Labor Day Festival is an annual community event held on the church grounds of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Brookville, Franklin County, Indiana. The 2025 festival is scheduled for September 1 and represents a long-standing tradition with its 104th occurrence in 2024, indicating it began around 1920.

The event has a warm, country hospitality vibe, set in a scenic rural church environment, attracting locals and visitors who enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. It emphasizes traditional homemade foods and community fellowship.

Key activities and features of the festival include:

• Delicious country-fried chicken available starting at 10:30 a.m. until sold out, with options for dine-in or carryout, and reservations accepted by phone.
• Specialty foods such as turtle soup adding to the country culinary experience.
• A beer garden for socializing.
• Quilt displays showcasing local craftsmanship.
• A country store selling various items.
• Multiple basket raffles and a major $30,000 raffle with only 600 tickets sold, providing visitors a chance to win significant prizes.
• Various games and entertainment for all ages.
• The festival is fully handicapped accessible.

While a precise event schedule beyond the fried chicken start time is not detailed in available sources, the festival typically runs through the day on church grounds, allowing guests to move through food areas, raffles, games, and social spaces at leisure.

The festival is organized by St. Peter’s Parish as part of its community and outreach activities, linking faith, tradition, and community fellowship. The parish’s mission centers on discipleship and service, with events like the festival strengthening community bonds.

For more information or inquiries, attendees can contact the parish at (765) 647-5462 or visit the Brookville Parishes website and Facebook group.

In summary, the St. Peter’s Labor Day Festival offers a rich blend of country food, traditional activities, and authentic community spirit rooted in over a century of local history.