The Louisiana Peach Festival is a long-standing Ruston tradition dating back to 1951. The festival was created by area peach farmers as a way to promote their industry and the delicious peaches they produced throughout Louisiana and surrounding states.
All festival activities are free to attend from 9:00am - 5:00pm.
Admission from 5:00pm - 11:00pm:
$10 for adults
$5 for kids (12 and under)
FREE ALL DAY for kids 4 and under
9:00am - 5:00pm
Peach Art Market
Discover art, handmade items, and homemade goods from local artists, artisans, and makers.
Location: Sexton Lot across from Railroad Park and East Park Ave
9:00am - 5:00pm
Young Makers Art Market
Discover art, handmade items, and homemade goods from local artists, artisans, and makers 18 and under.
Location: Esma’s Alley
9:00am - 5:00pm
Kids Alley: An Art Experience
Kids of all ages can enjoy hands-on art activities and crafts on West Mississippi Ave., along with interactive performances and demonstrations on the Kids Alley Stage.
Location: West Mississippi Ave.
Kids Alley activities are provided by: 4-H, Ruston High School- Robotics Team, LA Tech STEM, Cub Scouts - Pack 45, Junior Auxiliary of Ruston, Lincoln Parish Library, and North Central Louisiana Arts Council.
Kids Alley Stage Schedule:
Location: W Mississippi Ave.
10:00am: Science Guys
11:00am: Act Up Theatre Drama Club
12:00pm: Mr. Danny's Magic
1:00pm: French Immersion Storytime & Experience
1:30pm: DJ Music
2:00pm: The TMM Project
3:00pm: DJ Music
4:00pm: Ruston Community Theatre- Shrek Cast
10:00am - 11:00pm
Live Performances on the Railroad Park Stage
Location: 101 W Park Ave.
10:00am: Parker & Chloe
11:00am: Haley Brooke
12:00pm: Braydon Watts
1:00pm: DK Harrel
2:00pm: Jennifer Janèt
3:00pm: Big AL & Cherri Jubilee
4:30pm: Kelli Roberts Band
5:30pm: Main Street Band
7:00pm: LVVRS
9:30pm: Parish County Line
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June 1-25
Peach Art Exhibit
The North Central Louisiana Arts Council will again host its popular Peach Art Exhibit during the festival. The exhibit features drawings, paintings, photography, 3-D art, and mixed media from artists of all ages.
June 2
ARKANSAUCE with special guest James Linden Hogg
Get ready for Peach Festival day with a foot-tapping good time at the Dixie Center for the Arts. Arkansauce is a genre-hopping, four-piece string band from northwest Arkansas, bending the rules and blurring the lines between bluegrass, newgrass, folk, and Americana, with notes of country, blues, and funk. James Linden Hogg is an American musician, writer, and storyteller. Inspired by his European heritage, he has recorded four albums in the Celtic and folk genres.
Price: $25-$30
Location: Dixie Center for the Arts, 212 North Vienna Street
Time: 7 PM
June 2-3 | 8 PM
Annual Peach Rodeo
Come out to the North Louisiana Expo Center for the Annual Peach Rodeo and experience all fun - trick riders and more!
Location: North Louisiana Expo Center, 165 Fairgrounds Rd.
Contact: (318) 255-9377
June 3 | 7:30 AM
Run for the Peaches 5K
This peachy 5k will start and finish at the stadium and make its way to the beautiful Greenway trail! Awards will go to Top 3 in age groups! Come out to support the Ruston High School XC team and start your day in the peachiest way!
Register here.
Location: Hoss Garrett track at Ruston High School
June 3 | 9 AM
Peach Diaper Derby presented by Queen Dixie Gem Peach Emma Carter
Time to show off your little speed racers!
Location: front of Peach Fest stage
June 3 | 9 AM-3 PM
Ruston Antique Classic Car Show 2023 presented by the Antique Car Club
Whether you're a die-hard car enthusiast or simply appreciate the beauty of vintage vehicles, this is a must-see event. From sleek muscle cars to elegant antique convertibles, there will be something for everyone. For more information on how to participate, contact Larry Banks at (318) 243-9729 or (318) 255-7885.
Registration Fee: $30/ vehicle
Location: Cadence Bank parking lot, Corner of Trenton St. and Georgia Ave.
June 3 | 9 AM-1 PM
Ruston Farmers Market
Shop, eat, and support local producers and creators at the Ruston Farmers Market. Seasonal fruits, vegetables, meat, eggs, honey, jams, salsa, and other locally produced goods are available on-site from 9:00am-1:00pm.
Location: Ruston Farmers Market, 220 E Mississippi Ave.
June 3 | 10 AM
Peach Beard Contest
Come one, come all to the peachiest beard contest! That’s right! Men, women, and children can enter this beard contest with 10 categories. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards will be given out. Check out more information here.
June 3 | 6:30 PM
Queen Dixie Gem Peach and Princess Peach Pageant
Queen Dixie Gem Peach will be open to any girl living in and attending school in Lincoln Parish who has completed 9th, 10th, or 11th grade. They will compete in Interview, Outfit of Choice, and Evening Gown.
Location: Dixie Center for the Arts
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