Mark your Calendar: Firemen's Food Festival 2025

Each fall, the small bayou town of Pierre Part pulses with excitement as the annual Firemen’s Food Fest brings together neighbors, good food, live music, and a spirit of generosity. In 2025, the festival returns to Sunday, October 19, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., at St. Joseph the Worker Church on Highway 70 S.

Organized by Pierre Part Fire and Rescue and hosted on church grounds, the event has grown into one of the community’s signature fall gatherings. It blends classic festival elements—scores of food vendors, live entertainment, a car show, auctions—with a deeper purpose: raising funds and awareness in support of local fire services.

Food, Fellowship & Flavor

One of the festival’s crowning features is its food lineup. Over 40 cooks participate, each bringing their best dishes to share with attendees. The emphasis is on hearty, soul-warming fare—local favorites, family recipes, and crowd-pleasing comfort foods that capture the taste of South Louisiana.

Attendees can expect to wander between food stations, sampling crawfish, gumbo, grilled meats, sides, and more. It’s the kind of festival where your plate is almost as much a conversation starter as the music or the auction.

Cars, Auctions & Live Music

As plates are enjoyed, the festival also engages car lovers: a car show draws classic and custom vehicles to the church grounds.

Whether casual passerby or auto aficionado, the display is part of what gives the event local flair and visual appeal.

Further, visitors can take part in auctions—silent and/or live—featuring items donated by community members and businesses. The funds raised help support the fire department and local initiatives.

And to tie it all together, there’s live music. Bands perform throughout the day, adding a soundtrack to the smell of cooking food and the sound of laughter. It’s a festival you eat, listen, stroll, and connect at.

Community Spirit & Purpose

Beyond entertainment, the Firemen’s Food Fest is deeply rooted in community values. The event’s proceeds help sustain the operations, equipment, and services of Pierre Part’s fire and rescue efforts—a cause that resonates in every small town where volunteer services stand as pillars of safety.

For residents and visitors alike, the festival offers more than fun. It reinforces social bonds: neighbors cross paths, families share meals, children play, and locals show up to support those who protect them.

What to Expect in 2025

• When & Where: Sunday, October 19, 2025 • 11:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. • St. Joseph the Worker Church, 3304 Highway 70 S, Pierre Part, LA

• Highlights: Over 40 food vendors, live music, car show, auctions, and ample community atmosphere.

• Admission / Tickets: (Not explicitly published) — many local fundraisers like this either charge a token admission, sell plates, or rely on donations and booth sales.

• Tips for Visitors:· Come early for the best selections and to avoid long lines.· Bring cash (some vendors or auctions may not accept cards).· Dress for the weather—October in south Louisiana can be warm, humid, or shift toward cool depending on the day.

• Arrive with appetite—and your sense of community.

  
  

The Firemen’s Food Fest in Pierre Part is more than a one-day party. It represents what small towns do best: gathering through food, fun, and generosity in support of essential services. In 2025, it promises to be no different: one day of fellowship, flavors, and local pride—a must for anyone who wants to taste Acadiana’s heart.