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July 1
July Celebration Fireworks
Celebrate independence in the Twin Cities! Enjoy shopping, great food, and festivities all day. The annual firework show will start at dark on Saturday, July 1st. The fireworks are shot from the Endom Bridge over the Ouachita River and are best viewed from downtown West Monroe, downtown Monroe, or the West Monroe levee. End the night with a bang!
Time: Begins at dark.
Cost: Free
Address: Downtown Monroe & West Monroe | 202 South Grand Street & South Riverfront Street Phone: (318) 397-6735
July 1
3rd Annual Downtown Monroe Block Party
Celebrate independence all day long on July 1st in Downtown Monroe. This is a celebration with great food, live music, and lots of fun for the entire family!
Time: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Cost: Free
Address: Downtown Monroe
371 Desiard Plaza Drive, Monroe
July 1
Flying Heart Freedom Fest & Anniversary Party
Join Flying Heart for the Freedom Fest & Anniversary Party on July 1st with food, drinks, and music. The event kicks off with the National Anthem at 1:30 PM. Cowboys with Guitars featuring Grayson May, Matthew Looney, and Zane Anderson is from 2:00-5:00 PM. Dash Rip Rock is from 6:30-8:00 PM. The night ends with a bang at 9:00 PM with fireworks! Tented VIP tables only, includes four wristbands and four beer tokens per table. Tickets are on sale at Flying Heart only.
Time: 1:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Cost: Tented VIP Tables $100.00
Address: Flying Heart Brewing & Pub
204 Commerce Street, West Monroe Phone: (318) 367-0888
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Live Music at Flying Heart
Enjoy live performances every Sunday night at Flying Heart! No cover charge and all ages are welcome. Jam out while enjoying a New York style pizza and craft beer! July 2nd- Cowboys with Guitars Summer Tour 23’. July 9th- Will Maranto & The Usual Suspects. July 16th- Shannon and Mason Grande. July 23rd- Gabby Rae. July 30th- Ian Smith.
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Cost: No Cover Charge
Address: Flying Heart Brewing & Pub 204 Commerce Street, West Monroe Phone: (318) 367-0888
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Ruston Farmers Market Shop, eat, and support local producers and creators every Saturday morning!
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Address: Ruston Farmers Marketplace
220 E. Mississippi Ave., Ruston Phone: (318) 957-130
July 7-9
Big Creek Trade Days
Big Creek Trade Days are held monthly on the weekend before the second Monday with over 100 indoor and outdoor vendors, food trucks, and fun for all ages!
Time: Friday & Saturday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Cost: Free
Address: Big Creek Trade Days 327 California Plant Rd, Dubach, LA Phone: (318) 680-1304
July 7-12
Dixie Youth Softball State Tournament
The Dixie Youth Softball State Tournament for Angels X-Play and Angels Traditional divisions is happening July 7-12 at the Ouachita Sportsplex. Support the teams as they compete!
Address: Ouachita Sportsplex
710 Holland Drive, Monroe Phone: (318) 345-0040
July 8
Children’s Fun Day
Bring your children to the Biedenharn to explore their creative side with activities and adventures through the Elsong Gardens! Children's Fun Day takes place on the second Saturday of every month (except December and January). Kids must be accompanied by an adult.
Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: $5.00 Per Child. Free for Adult.
Address: Biedenharn Museum
2006 Riverside Drive, Monroe Phone: (318) 387-5281
July 8
Slabfest Car/Truck Show & Grudge Race
The Slabfest Car/Truck Show & Grudge
Race is happening July 8th at the Twin City Raceway. Over 40 different categories will be judged. This event includes trunk wars, a motorcycle soundoff, grudge racing, a test and tune, food, music, and a playground for the kids.
Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Address: Twin City Raceway
3695 Prairie Road, Monroe Phone: (318) 557-3284
July 11,18, 25
Dixie's Summer Matinee Series
This summer at the Dixie is packed with movie magic! Thanks to Jonesboro State Bank, the Dixie Center for the Arts is having a free family-friendly movie every Tuesday throughout the summer - popcorn and drink included! Schedule: July 11th: The Lion King. July 18th: Gnomeo & Juliet. July 25th: Brave
Time: 10:30 AM
Cost: Free
Address: Dixie Center for the Arts
212 N Vienna St, Ruston, LA Phone: (318) 595-0872
July 12 & 26
Dog Days of Summer
Come enjoy all that Downtown Ruston has to offer with this special event during Louisiana Tech Orientation. Experience all the restaurants, shops, murals, and more!
Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Cost: Free
Address: Downtown Ruston
July 13-18
DBB State/Regional Tournaments
The DBB State/Regional Tournaments are taking place July 13-18 at the Ouachita Sportsplex. The divisions are 10U AAA Regional and 12U O-Zone. Support the teams as they compete!
Address: Ouachita Sportsplex | 710 Holland Drive, Monroe
Phone: (318) 345-0040
July 14
Out to Lunch Summer Concert Series
Let the rhythm fill your lunch hour! Join us for an electrifying outdoor concert series featuring the talented band Mixed Notes, from Grambling State University! Get ready to groove, sway, and feast on some delicious tunes while you indulge in your midday meal. Trust us, your taste buds and eardrums will thank you!
Time: 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Address: Heard Freighthouse Food Park | 93 E Railroad Avenue, Ruston
July 15
Bayou Jiiu Jitsu Tournament
Bayou Jiu Jitsu is hosting a tournament at the ULM Activity Center on July 15th. There will be a kids and adults gi and nogi tournament. Performance of the day prizes and match of the day prizes will be given. Don't miss the competitive fun!
Time: 8:00 AM
Cost: Adults $10.00. Kids $5.00. Coaches, Black Belts, and Under 5 are Free.
Address: ULM Activity Center 210 Warhawk Way, Monroe Phone: (318) 553-1126
July 19-21
DBB 15U World Series
The DBB 15U World Series is happening at the Sterlington Sports Complex July 19-21. Support the teams as they compete to win!
Address: Sterlington Sports Complex 1290 LA-136, Sterlington Phone: (334) 791-4007
July 20-23
Ruston Community Theatre Presents: Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella This enchanting, Tony-nominated Broadway adaptation of the beloved musical will put a spell on audiences of all ages. Add a dash of fairytale romance, magical onstage transformations, and the iconic pumpkin and glass slippers—and you’re guaranteed to have a ball!
Performed on the beautiful Dixie Center for the Arts stage, this event will leave you waltzing home in bliss!
Time: 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Cost: $10.00-$20.00
Address: Dixie Center for the Arts
212 N Vienna St, Ruston, LA Phone: (318) 595-0872
July 21-26
DBB Pre-Major World Series
The DBB Pre-Major World Series is taking place at the Sterlington Sports Complex July 21-26. Support the teams as they compete to win!
Address: Sterlington Sports Complex 1290 LA-136, Sterlington
July 21-23
Paso Fino Horse Association Combined Regional Show
The Paso Fino Horse Association Combined Regional Show is happening at the Ike Hamilton Expo Center July 21-23.
Address: Ike Hamilton Expo Center 501 Mane Street, West Monroe Phone: (281) 224-0702
July 22
Louisiana State Games Jiu Jitsu
This Jiu Jitsu event is taking place at the ULM Activity Center on July 22nd. Jiu Jitsu is a martial art consisting mostly of ground fighting that uses leverage, angles, grappling, and submission holds to control an opponent.
Address: ULM Activity Center
210 Warhawk Way, Monroe Phone: (318) 393-4120
July 24-28
Passport to Fun Camp
Explore science, history, culture, and more with the Biedenharn Museum and Gardens Passport to Fun Camp!
Campers will travel to a different destination each day to participate in fun activities. This camp is for ages 6-9. Participating destinations include: The Biedenharn Museum & Gardens, ULM Natural History Museum, the Northeast Louisiana Delta African American Heritage Museum, Chennault Aviation & Military Museum, Louisiana Purchase Gardens & Zoo, Precious Legacy Archives & Museum, the Masur Museum of Art, ULM Bry Art Gallery, and the Northeast Louisiana Children's Museum.
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: $125.00
Address: Biedenharn Museum
2006 Riverside Drive, Monroe Phone: (318) 387-5281
July 26
Drum Corps International Monroe
For nearly a half century, Drum Corps
International, Marching Music’s Major League, has been the leader in producing events for the world’s most elite and exclusive marching ensembles for student musicians and performers. DCI Monroe is a part of the DCI Summer Tour, bringing 8 elite ensembles to Louisiana to compete for the hearts of Monroe in Malone Stadium.
Time: 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Address: ULM Malone Stadium
514 Warhawk Way, Monroe Phone: (317) 275-1212
July 27-29
USTPA Team Penning Elite Finals
The USTPA Team Penning Elite Finals are taking place July 27-29 at the Ike Hamilton Expo Center. This event includes the USTPA Gala Thursday night, a championship Saturday night performance, and more.
To qualify, you must ride in a minimum of 3 USTPA qualifying shows during the qualifying period. You must also ride a minimum of 24 Elite Team Penning Class rides during the qualifying period. The qualifying period is May 15, 2022-July 23, 2023.
Address: Ike Hamilton Expo Center 501 Mane Street, West Monroe Phone: (817) 771-6771
July 28
Ouachita Live Concert Featuring Kent Burnside & His Band
Join Downtown West Monroe at Ouachita Live for a free concert on the last Friday of the month through October. With delicious local food trucks and lively music, it's sure to be a great time! This concert features Kent Burnside & his high-energy blues band. Grandson of blues legend R.L. Burnside, Kent will give the audience a glimpse into the past of real blues.
Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Address: Alley Park 250 Trenton Street, West Monroe
