Getaway for the day or the weekend for to historic downtown Ponchatoula enjoy a day of visiting our Antique & Collectible Shops, Art Galleries, Specialty Shops and dine in one of our wonderful restaurants. Located at the crossroasds of I-12 and I-10 just 45 minutes from New Orleans and Baton Rouge. Read more, see photos...
Chamber After Hours
Chamber After Hours
5:30 till 7:30 p.m.
Whitney National Bank
Party in the Pits October 16, 2010, 11 a.m till 6 p.m. We are closing down the streets and opening up the town for BBQ. Over 35 teams compete for cash prizes. Food and drinks for sale, live music. Thanks to this year's Corporate Sponsors Whitney Bank, PON Food Corporation, First Guaranty Bank, Regions & Fidelity Homestead Savings Bank, The Daily Star. Read more, see photos...
Ponchatoula is “Strawberry Capital of the World”. Our delicious strawberries are available from November to April. Strawberry farmers past and present have been honored with the “Strawberry Farmer Wall of Fame” located in front of city hall. In 2001 the Louisiana Legislature selected the strawberry as the state fruit. Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival is held in April of every year and is the second largest festival in the state. For more information on the festival please visit www.lastrawberryfestival.com