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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