Your Guide to Peach Festival Weekend

The 75th Annual Louisiana Peach Festival is set for Saturday, June 7, 2025 — but in Ruston, the peach party lasts all week long. Whether you’re a longtime festivalgoer or planning your first visit, this guide will help you make the most of a weekend steeped in sweet, southern charm.

Friday, June 6

Eat

Kick off your weekend with the Peach Culinary Crawl, running June 2–7. More than 20 local restaurants will serve up peach-inspired creations — from smoky peach barbecue and juicy burgers to creative cocktails, desserts and more, there’s something to satisfy every craving. The full Culinary Crawl menu is available in late May on the Peach Fest website. 

See

In celebration of the festival’s 75th anniversary, The Louisiana Peach Festival is collaborating with the Lincoln Parish Museum to present Peach Fest Through the Decades. This special exhibit will showcase memorabilia from the very first Peach Festival in 1951 all the way through to present day.

Experience

There’s plenty to experience Friday before the festival. 

• Shop the Peach Sidewalk Sale in Downtown Ruston, where local shops will be offering peachy deals and special promotions from June 2-6. 
• Peach Fest Hack: Grab a Peach Fest fit at the sidewalk sale to wear at the festival!
• Catch the Peach Parade, a long loved and cherished tradition, as it rolls downtown on Friday, June 6, at 6 p.m.
• After the parade, you can head over to the 36th Annual Peach Festival Rodeo for family entertainment, trick riders and more. The rodeo starts at 8 p.m.

Saturday, June 7: Festival Day

Festival activities start at 9 a.m. and there’s plenty to eat, see and experience — all located on the festival grounds.

Eat

This year, enjoy bites from a variety of food vendors, offering everything from burgers, sandwiches and pizza to classic festival treats, refreshing drinks and tasty snacks. You’ll also want to pay a visit to the Historic Fire Station for a scoop of frosty peach ice cream from the ladies of Beta Sigma Phi. Hoping to explore more of the city's authentic downtown area? Peach Fest is  conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Ruston, so there’s plenty of local restaurants you can walk to. 

Peach Fest Hack: Ask vendors what their special peach item is! All food vendors create and offer a peachy item just for the Peach Festival.

See

Find art boards throughout the festival commissioned by local artists in addition to several interactive art displays. Next, head over to Cadence Bank for the Ruston Antique Classic Car Show. Whether you're a car enthusiast or just love vintage charm, this show is sure to impress with its lineup of beautifully restored classic vehicles.

Experience

• Live Music: Enjoy more than 12 hours of live performances at the Railroad Park stage. With an exciting lineup of artists, the festival’s musical energy will keep you dancing all day long. Don’t miss the headliner, The Band of Heathens, take the stage at 8:30 p.m.
• Kids Alley: A family-friendly zone packed with interactive activities and entertainment to keep the little ones smiling.
• Curated market: The festival will have more than 70 vendors, all selling their handmade arts, jewelry, clothing, mugs, decorations, candles and more. Additionally, you can stop by the Peach Fest Sticker Wall in the market — perfect for a fun photo op. 
• Peach Fest Hack: arrive early to the Curated Market before your favorite vendor sells out. Visit lapeachfest.com/vendors to get a sneak peek at what vendors are offering. 

Sunday, June 8

After a Saturday full of adventures, take it slow on Sunday. Sleep in, relax and savor your last day in town before heading home.

Eat

Start your day with a delicious Sunday brunch at Trio’s. Whether you choose a cozy table indoors or enjoy the sunshine on their patio, you’re in for a wonderful dining experience. Looking for a spot closer to downtown? Try Board & Bottle’s Sunday brunch and specialty brunch cocktails.

See

While you’re at the festival Saturday, you will likely spot a few of Ruston’s unique bulldog statues scattered throughout downtown. In total, there are 22 bulldogs placed around the city — each with its own charm. Stretch your visit a little longer and turn your Sunday into a scavenger hunt to track down the ones you missed.

Experience

Wind down with a peaceful visit to Lincoln Parish Park. This park offers mountain biking and walking trails, kayaking, fishing and a playground for the kids. It’s the perfect way to soak in the natural beauty of Ruston and cap off your Peach Festival weekend.

From peachy treats to live tunes and everything in between, the Louisiana Peach Festival is the perfect way to kick off your summer. Soak up the fun, explore Ruston and celebrate 75 years of sweet traditions and unforgettable memories!