International Rice Festival
Fall festival · Louisiana
Crowley calls this rice-harvest celebration the oldest and largest agricultural festival in Louisiana, four days of carnival rides, cook-offs and a downtown parade built around the crop that put the town on the map. It lands in mid-October, right as the Acadiana rice fields finish their harvest.
Don’t miss
Plan your visit
Four-day run centered on downtown Crowley
Dates from the official announcement — always confirm before you go.
Color nearby peaks: November 26–November 30
Color builds from November 13 · mostly bare by December 23
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at International Rice Festival’s own coordinates and elevation (11 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
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Frequently asked
- When is International Rice Festival open in 2026?
- The 2026 season runs Oct 15 – Oct 18. Four-day run centered on downtown Crowley. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
- When does International Rice Festival peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for November 26–November 30 (best estimate November 28). Color starts around November 13 and is mostly bare by December 23.
- What is International Rice Festival best for?
- A harvest-season trip through Cajun country.
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