Peaches in the Plaza: Folsom’s Sweetest Summer Tradition

Every August, Folsom reimagines Historic Plaza as a peach paradise—welcome to Peaches in the Plaza, 2025 edition! From 9 AM to 2 PM on AUgust 3rd, this free community festival showcases Northern California’s prized peach harvest alongside live music, tasty bites, and family fun. Local farms bring crates of ripe peaches for sampling and sale, while food vendors whip up peach-inspired creations—think peach pies, smoothies, BBQ sauce, salsas, fruit cups, ice cream, kombucha, and more. The variety is vast and creative, underlining California’s reputation as the country’s top peach producer. Children buzz between carnival-style games, face painting, and interactive booths. The ever-popular peach‑eating contest draws enthusiastic competitors (and plenty of laughs). Craft tables and raffles round out the lineup, offering prizes and keepsakes for kids and families alike. Music fills the amphitheater from mid-morning to early afternoon, spotlighting local bands that keep the festive energy alive. The event’s footprint stays centered on Sutter Street Plaza and Railroad Turntable, which organizers say improves traffic flow compared to prior road closures—a change welcomed by residents. For merchants and restaurants in the Historic District, the festival is a boon. Local retailers report high foot traffic, and visitors often combine the festival with shopping or brunch nearby. It’s become a beloved summer ritual for many families—some attending year after year to catch up with neighbors and indulge in peachy treats. Whether you're there for juicy peach slices, live tunes on a sunny morning, or crafting memories at the kids’ zone, Peaches in the Plaza blends agriculture, community, and fun into one unforgettable Folsom experience.