The Morrisonville Picnic opens tonight at 5 p.m. for the 97th time in the events history. This year, the Morrisonville Picnic will run until Saturday, August 9th, with their signature Frog Jump on Friday night. Thursday’s schedule of events is highlighted by the opening ceremony and pagaents, washer tournament, and more. The beer tent and bingo will run every night of the picnic. Friday sees a pickleball tournament, antique tractor show, and their Frog Jump. Saturday rounds out with a bags tournament and car show.

Jessica Armentrout and Samantha Dunkirk, Morrisonville Community Club members, discuss some history behind the event and how their organization works to put it together.

Armentrout gives a run down of events that are starting up this evening.

Jumping frogs is known as a highlight of the Morrisonville picnic and people from across state lines come to jump their own frogs. Friday holds the unique sport and more for a loaded Friday slate.

Saturday sees the picnic come to a close with live entertainment, a parade, and more.

Learn more about the Morrisonville Picnic & Homecoming at their Facebook page.

Jessica Armentrout and Samantha Dunkirk both appeared as guests on the WTIM Morning Show.