Iowa Rabbit Festival

Celebrate the economic and culinary impact of rabbits in Southwest Louisiana at the annual Iowa Rabbit Festival! This unique, family-friendly event features outstanding local and regional music, exciting festivities, and mouthwatering cuisine.

2027 Festival Schedule Pending
The 2027 Festival Lineup will be similar to what's below and will be updated closer to the event.
THURSDAY NIGHT FAMILY NIGHT - FREE ENTRY
5 PM-10 PM
Carnival Opens
Helicopter Rides
Craft and Food Vendors
Petting Zoo
No Alcohol
FRIDAY NIGHT ADMISSION $15 - KIDS 12 & UNDER FREE.
6:30 PM - Midnight
Entertainment inside Burton Coliseum
Carnival Open
Helicopter Rides
Craft and Food Vendors
Petting Zoo
Entertainment Stage
7:30 PM Geno Delafosse & French Rockin' Boogie
9:00 PM Wayne Toups & Zydecajun
10:30 PM SteelShot
SATURDAY - ADMISSION $20 KIDS - 12 & UNDER FREE
Rabbit Cook Off 9 AM - 2 PM
Cook-Off Stage Entertainment
9:00 AM Jud and Bella
10:30 AM Kevin Barton
12:00 PM Mike Broussard
Rabbit Show
Carnival Open
Helicopter Rides
Craft and Food Vendors
Petting Zoo
Entertainment inside Burton Coliseum
2:00 PM The Johnsons Brothers Band
3:30 PM Rome Murray Jr.
5:00 PM Richard LeBouef & Two Step
6:30 PM Dani LaCour
8:00 PM Travis Matte & The King Pins
9:30 PM Dustin Dale Gaspard
All festival proceeds support Iowa’s community, benefiting local youth organizations, schools, and not-for-profit groups. Come for the food, stay for the music and activities, and celebrate the rich culture of Southwest Louisiana at this beloved festival!