Crisp air, crunchy leaves tumbling to the ground and tons of festivals – It’s fall on the Cajun Coast, y’all.
The fun doesn’t stop. Here’s the festival lineup from September until the holidays:
Louisiana Shrimp & Petroleum Festival | September 2 – 5, 2016 |Morgan City, LA
Tap your toes and tempt your taste buds at Louisiana’s oldest state-chartered harvest festival. This four-day extravaganza of family entertainment includes continuous live music by local and national acts, a huge arts & crafts show and sale, a Children’s Village, the Cajun Culinary Classic, the traditional Blessing of the Fleet and water parade…all with no gate fee!
Visit www.shrimp-petrofest.org for a schedule of events and additional information.
Tour du Teche/ Berwick Lighthouse Fest | October 7 – 9, 2016 | Bayou Teche
Experience a 135-mile, three-stage canoe and kayak race from Port Barre to Berwick, through the heart of Cajun Country. Visit www.tourduteche.com for additional information.
DSRA Drag Boat Racing | September 24-25, 2016 | Morgan City, LA
Outboard power racers gather at some of the South’s premier waterways to showcase their skills in drag boat racing.
Visit www.deepsouthracing.net for additional information.
Chitimacha Pow Wow | October 22, 2016 | Charenton, LA
The public is invited to view competition dancing, food and craft vendors with special presentations by Hoop Dancer Lyndon-Alec (Alabama-Coushatta) and Poarch Creek Stomp Dancers all held in The Pavilion at Cypress Bayou Casino • Hotel — a climate controlled arena with bleacher seating. Don’t miss the drum competition and live Medicine Tail recording. The grand entry, gourd dances and a basket raffle highlight the event.
Visit www.chitimacha.gov for more information.
Harvest Moon Fest | October 29, 2016 | Franklin, LA
Welcome fall with all-day festivities on Franklin’s charming Main Street, featuring live music; a children’s carnival, teen activities, an antique, hot rod, classic car and motorcycle show, concessions and special retail promotions.
Contact 985.380.8224 for additional information.
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