Celebrate Independence Day in downtown Erath at the 89th Annual Erath 4th of July Celebration!
The fun begins on Monday, June 30, 2025 and runs until Friday, July 4, 2025, offering five full days of events to enjoy this July. Events and activities planned for this year include the Street Fair and Carnival Rides, a 5k Fun Run, the Annual Hometown Parade, Fireworks Show, and much more. Admission to the festival is free, however their may be other paid events and activities that require an additional fee.
Kids of all ages will enjoy the Street Fair and Carnival Rides. Pre-sale bracelets are available for a discount this June for those interested in purchasing them ahead of time.
 Image by Erath 4th of July Celebration |
Erath, Louisiana has hosted this annual festival in Vermilion Parish with a unique, Cajun flair to celebrate the birth of the United States of America. Activities and events take place throughout the downtown area for several days, offering a mix of family-friendly events and activities that everyone can enjoy.
According to the Erath 4th of July Celebration, the festival began in 1936 as a fundraiser by Roy R. Theriot for the local high school. The Erath 4th of July Association was officially incorporated in 1976, and has continued to fund several community projects, support local schools and town projects, and contribute to the Acadian and Cajun culture and heritage of Vermilion Parish.
 Image by mariloutrias | Getty Images |
The 89th Annual Erath 4th of July Celebration looks to be another fun-filled event that families throughout Acadiana will look forward to. One of my favorite things about the festival is the Water Fights between the local fire departments. Of course, the Fais Do Do also brings plenty of folks from around Acadiana to Erath to dance the night way to their favorite local bands bands and musicians. Here is the musical lineup for this year's festival:
Fais Do Do Live Music Schedule
Monday, June 30, 2025 and Tuesday, July 1, 2025, enjoy tunes from local DJ – Mike Jamez to kick of the week long festival.
On Wednesday, July 2, 2025, Cliff Bernard will take the stage from 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm, with a special appearance by Poisson Rouge's Camp de Musique.
On Thursday, July 3, 2025, two Louisiana favorites will take the stage to keep the crowds dancing and entertained. Lafayette's own Dustin Sonnier will perform from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Then, New Orleans favorite tribute band, The Chee Weez, will take the stage to perform classic rock hits and 80's favorites with their own specific pumped-up flare and energy to close the show.
Erath 4th of July Celebration Schedule of Events on July 4, 2025
Of course the big day of the festival is Independence Day itself with a full day of activities planned in downtown Erath:
🎆7:30 am - The 24th Annual 5K Fun Run will take place. Proceeds benefit the Erath High School Bobcat's Cross Country Team. There will be several age divisions beginning with ages 5 and under all the way through ages 70 and over. Pre-registration sales run through June 25, 2025 for $25.00 per runner. Late registrations accepted from June 26, 2025 through July 4, 2025 for $30.00 per runner. Both the 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run will be paid events.
🎆9:00 am - The Annual Water Fights between local area Fire Departments will begin at 9:00 am along the streets in downtown Erath. Participating teams include the Erath Fire Department, Delcambre Fire Department, Leblanc Fire Department, Henry Fire Department and the Meaux / Nunez Fire Departments. Come out and support our local heroes!
🎆1:00 pm - 12:00 am - Carnival rides will be open today for all to enjoy. Please note, pre-purchased day ride bracelets will only be honored from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Friday.
🎆5:00 pm - The Annual Hometown 4th of July parade will roll throughout the fairgrounds to showcase our patriotic pride. Click here to download the parade map.
🎆9:00 pm - Fireworks are the staple of 4th of July celebrations! The skies over Erath will light up at 9:00 pm to be seen by all.
🎆7:00 pm - 12:00 am - Make sure to bring your dancing shoes for the whole family! The Fais Do Do and live music kicks off with Parade Route Party Band from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. And then to close out the festival, Lafayette's own DJ Trashy will spin his tunes, classic club favorites, and pump up the entire crowd.
If you are looking for a fun, free, family-friendly event to enjoy for Independence Day, the Erath 4th of July Celebration is the place to be!
Families in New Iberia, Abbeville, Breaux Bridge, and Morgan City rely on our FREE weekly newsletter for all the local scoop on discounts, free events, parenting resources, and so much more! Head to the website for more news on local, free, or low-cost family entertainment!
 |  |  |  |
