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The Apple Blossom Festival is an annual festival held in Payette, Idaho. It is held the second full week of May each year. The festival offers free concerts in Central Park and a variety of family friendly activities for the residents of Payette and the surrounding communities. Some of the highlights include one of the largest carnivals in the area which starts on Thursday, a Parade on Saturday and fireworks Saturday at dusk.
The 2026 Apple Blossom Festival
will be held May 13-17!
Vendors are needed! Please view the application on the Vendors Page.
2026 Theme
This theme will guide our festivities as we honor the 250th anniversary of the United States or Semiquincentennial.
This theme encourages everyone to express their love for our Country through red, white, and blue decorations and star-studded attire. Display the American flag or incorporate symbols of freedom and unity.
Use your imagination to build your float!
2026 Grand Marshal
The Payette Apple Blossom Festival Committee is proud to announce our 2026 Grand Marshals:
All Current and Past Service Members.
In recognition of their service and sacrifice, and in celebration of America’s Semiquincentennial (250th birthday), we invite all current and former service members, along with their spouses and children, to join us in this year’s parade.
With sincere gratitude, we thank you for your dedication and commitment to our country. It is our honor to celebrate you.
Please RSVP using the link provided so we can plan accordingly.
2026 Junior Grand Marshal
Thank you to our 2025 Sponsors!
Thank you so much for your recent sponsorship of the Payette Apple Blossom Festival! We are so thankful for your support for the 2025 festival. As a sponsor, your contribution is vital to continue with the festival each year. We wouldn’t have the successful festival without the generosity of supporters like you.
If your business is interested in sponsoring for 2026, please email us at appleblossomfestivalpayette@gmail.com.
Please view the Rainier Know Before You Go!
Please watch our Facebook & Instagram pages
for updates!
Get in touch with us!
appleblossomfestivalpayette@gmail.com
Twana Morin – President – 208-739-3905
Linda Williams – Vice President – 208-741-5204
Jody Henderson – Vendor Coordinator – 208-989-0197
Markita Williams – Secretary – 208-741-0399
Chris Fenton – 208-724-7247