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The center of Abita Springs is its trailhead at Abita Springs Park, a stop on the Tammany Trace hiking/biking/riding trail. The plaza features the historic, renovated, two-story 1884 Pavilion, under which rests Princess Abita, a statue commemorating the "healing waters" that the town is known for. The plaza is also the new home of the historic bachelor quarters of the 19th-century Longbranch Hotel, moved to the trailhead from its former location in nearby woods, where today it houses the Abita Springs Trailhead Museum. The museum chronicles Abita Springs’ history as a resort town, renowned for its clear, artesian springs with their well-promoted "healing" qualities. It hosts historic exhibits and well-informed docents offer information about the area. Attached to the museum is an outdoor performance stage, where the town hosts special events and festivals, including the popular Louisiana Busker Festival, Abita Springs Water Festival, Earth Fest, and more. With a playground and splash pad nearby, the kids will have plenty to do. On Sunday afternoons, the park is also home to the Abita Springs Art & Farmers Market, selling local produce, prepared foods, and arts and crafts.
June 19, 2021
Each year since 2000, Abita Springs has celebrated pedal power and the creative spirit with the Louisiana Bicycle Festival. After a move to November 2020 for its 20th anniversary,... Read More
June 26, 2021 - June 27, 2021
Coming to the Abita Springs trailhead plaza stage in summer 2021 is the inaugural two-day music festival, Cajun Country Jam, an all-star tribute to our first responders. The festival... Read More
September 19, 2021
Abita Springs invites you to the 10th Abita Springs Busker Festival on Sunday, September 19, 2021. The festival is a full day of free music from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. in beautiful... Read More
November 6, 2021
Abita Brewing Company invites you to the 2nd annual Abita Fall Fest on Saturday, November 6, 2021. Abita Fall Fest is one day, two stages and ten bands, and a whole lot more.... Read More