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Events A - Z

Complete Alphabetical Listing


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AlexRiverFete

May 7 - 9, 2026

915 3rd St
Alexandria, LA 71301
Mailing Address
915 3rd St
Alexandria, LA 71301
AlexRiverFete is a family friendly festival celebrating the arts, culture and heritage of Central Louisiana. Visitors will enjoy dozens of lively arts programs, colorful street performers, vibrant craft displays, live music, delicious food, children's activities and ongoing entertainment.

AlexWinterFete

December 4 - 6, 2025

915 3rd St
Alexandria, LA 71301
Mailing Address
915 3rd St
Alexandria, LA 71301

Alex WinterFete, a free, family-friendly festival in Alexandria, packed with festive fun for all ages! Glide across the outdoor skating rink, marvel at the dazzling fireworks over the Red River, and explore Jolly Junction, a magical children’s area filled with activities. Don’t forget to explore the dazzling light maze with a variety of selfie stations. Play in real snow at Snow Alley. Enjoy the thrill of live performances, such as stilt walkers and fire breathers.

Allen Parish Fair

November 5 - 9, 2025

Allen Parish Fairgrounds
Tiger Lane
Oberlin, LA 70655
Mailing Address
1186 Buck Bowels Rd
Oberline, LA 70655
Website:

The Allen Parish Fair is a place where you can bring your family for some old-fashioned fun! It’s a tradition in Allen Parish! You visit our livestock show, rodeo, arts and crafts, and of course don’t forget our local entertainment! So come on out and have some fun! And don’t forget the food!

Alligator Festival

September 25 - 28, 2025

West Bank Bridge Park 13825 River Road
Luling, LA 70070
Mailing Address
13101 River Rd
Luling, LA 70070
Join us for the annual Alligator Festival at the Westbank Bridge Park in St. Charles Parish, every last full weekend in September. The Alligator Festival is hosted by the Rotary Club of St. Charles Parish to fundraise for college scholarships awarded to our local youth. Enjoy live alligators, 10 bands, carnival rides, Cajun cuisine, craft booths, and more. You won't want to say "see-you later alligator" to this one of a kind festival!

Amite Oyster Festival

March 20 - 22, 2026

Downtown Amite
112 E. Mulberry Street
Amite, LA 70422
Mailing Address
P O Box 1092
Amite, LA 70422
The Amite Oyster Festival is a month-long “shell-ebration” of all things oyster! Enjoy fun events like the Scavenger Hunt, Gala, 5K Run, Brunch & Style Show, Chili Cook-Off, and Parade leading up to Festival Weekend on the 3rd weekend in March. Downtown Amite comes alive with rides, games, arts & crafts, souvenirs, incredible food and drinks, and live entertainment from top local bands. And of course—OYSTERS—chargrilled, fried, or on the half shell! Come “Feed Your Soul” and have a shucking good time!

Avoyelles Arts & Music Festival

July 4, 2026

711 Paragon Place
Marksville, LA 71351
Mailing Address
P O Box 956
Marksville, LA 71351
Website:

Celebrate Independence Day at the 13th Annual Avoyelles Arts & Music Festival on the grounds of Paragon Casino Resort! Enjoy two stages of live music, rides, games, crafts, food vendors, contests, an art gallery, and activities for all ages. A full day of music, food, and fun for everyone!

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Battle of Pleasant Hill

April 10-12, 2026

23270 Hwy. 175
Pelican, LA 71063
Mailing Address
PO Box 4
Grand Cane, LA 70132

The Battle of Pleasant Hill Re-enactment is a living history event held on the original battlefield site where the April 9, 1864 battle took place. Visitors will take a step back in time to experience a live action Civil War Re-enactment, historical vendors, live historical music, a Civil War Era Ball, and more!

Beauregard Parish Fair

September 30 - October 4, 2025

506 West Drive
DeRidder, LA 70634
Mailing Address
P O Box 789
DeRidder, LA 70634

We are one of the oldest running Agricultural fairs in the state of Louisiana. We kick our week off with our large parade on Tuesday at 5 pm rolling into our fairgrounds to open the week.We hold our Queen Beaufair pageant at 8 pm that night also crown our new Miss Queen.The week brings Senior citizen day, educational tours, live music, large carnival rides, fabulous foods, livestock shows and games for all ages.


Beauregard Watermelon Festival

June 25-27, 2026

506 West Drive
DeRidder, LA 70634
Mailing Address
111 N Washington Ave
DeRidder, LA 70634

Celebrate the annual harvest of the Sugartown Watermelons at the Beauregard Watermelon Festival. This family friendly festival is fun for the whole family. Food booths, craft booths, demonstrations, one of Louisiana’s largest livestock shows, music, competitions for all ages and more. From amusement rides on the midway to the Mutton Bustin & Pig Scramble!

Berwick Light House Festival

November 7 - 9, 2025

Bellview Front St
Berwick, LA 70342
Mailing Address
PO Box 486
Berwick, LA 70342
Website:

Berwick Lighthouse Festival, hosted by Town of Berwick, promises to be a lively and engaging family-oriented event, celebrating community spirit along the scenic Atchafalaya River in Berwick. Begins at 5 pm on Bellview Front St. Berwick. Some of the Festivities will include: live music, arts and crafts, food Cookie bake-off, carnival, fireworks, parade, gumbo cook-off, mass on the river, corn hole tournament, night bike ride, and so much more!


Bogalusa Independence Day

July 4, 2026

663349 Hwy 10
Bogalusa, LA 70427
Mailing Address
62488 Hamp Pigott Rd
Bogalusa, LA 70427
Every year on July 4th, Bogalusa celebrates both the city’s birthday and Independence Day. The Louisiana Paper Queen, sponsored by the American Legion Post 24, plays a central role in the festivities. The celebration kicks off with the Ball, held the weekend before the 4th of July, and continues with a lively parade on July 4th honoring both the nation’s independence and the city’s founding. The celebration concludes with a breathtaking firework show. The queen proudly represents the Veterans of Bogalusa, Independence Day, and the paper industry that has long been a cornerstone of the community.

Boggy Bayou Festival

May 7-9, 2026

4473 Heritage Road
Ville Platte, LA 70576
Mailing Address
P O Box 168
Pine Prairie, LA 70576
The Boggy Bayou Festival is held the first full weekend in May in Pine Prairie. Our festival offers live music, food and craft vendors, carnival rides and games, mutton bustin and many other family friendly activities throughout the weekend. We are non-profit and all proceeds got to out local nursing home, the Pine Prairie Manor Nursing Home.

Boucherie and Balloon Festival

October 17 - 19, 2025

9690 Airline Hwy
Sorrento, LA 70778
Mailing Address
P O Box 207
Sorrento, LA 70778
The festival is a deeply rooted festival with a Cajun flare in Ascension Parish that is based around Jambalaya and Cracklin’ cook-offs. We have over 90 teams of two that compete in these cook-offs to keep the tradition of cooking pork alive and well in our area. We have arts and crafts vendors, 12 hot air balloons (that come from as far away as Michigan), live Cajun and Swamp pop music and a family fun kids zone.

Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival

May 1-3, 2026

Parc Hardy - 1290 Rees St
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517
Mailing Address
P O Box 25
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517

The world-famous Crawfish Festival began in 1960 as a spin-off of the Breaux Bridge Centennial Celebration. The Louisiana Legislature had just named Breaux Bridge the Crawfish Capital of the World in 1959. Every first full weekend in May, thousands of people flock to Breaux Bridge to be part of the festivities. All weekend long you can hear the sound of 30 authentic Cajun, Zydeco, and Swamp Pop music. Watch the Cajun & Zydeco dance contests, parade, Crawfish Races, Crawfish Eating Contests, visit the many arts and craft vendors and food vendors with crawfish cooked every way imaginable.

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Cajun French Music & Food Festival

July 18, 2026

Burton Coliseum
7001 Gulf Hwy
Lake Charles, LA 70607
Mailing Address
1211St. Joseph Ave
Lake Charles, LA 70601

The Cajun Music and Food Festival is a lively celebration of Louisiana’s vibrant culture, featuring traditional Cajun music, flavorful food, and family-friendly entertainment. Festival-goers can enjoy classic Cajun dishes, such as gumbo and jambalaya, while the sounds of fiddles and accordions fill the air. An exciting accordion contest showcases talented musicians, and the annual pageant crowns representatives of Cajun heritage. Visitors can browse craft booths offering unique, handcrafted items from local artisans, adding to the festive atmosphere. This festival offers a fun and authentic experience that honors the traditions and community spirit of Cajun culture.

Cajun Heartland State Fair

May 21-31, 2026

444 Cajundome Blvd
Lafayette, La 70506
Mailing Address
444 Cajundome Blvd
Lafayette, La 70506

The Cajun Heartland State Fair is managed by an innovative and insightful team of professionals priding themselves on knowing the right mix of entertainment arranged to provide maximum enjoyment for all ages. The ride specials, food, free attractions and family-oriented games make an outstanding summer experience. Truly, there is something for everyone to enjoy at the Cajun Heartland State Fair fairgrounds.

Calcasieu Cameron Parish Fair

October 1-4, 2026

401 Arena Road
Sulphur, LA 70664
Mailing Address
P O Box 1069
Sulphur, LA 70664

The Cal Cam Fair takes place the first weekend in October starting with our Junior and Miss Pageant on the Thursday night. Friday is our special citizens’ day, talent show, and karaoke night. Saturday and Sunday are packed with livestock shows, our local schools show choirs, invitational bull fight and mutton bustin. Our vendors and crafts range from food to clothing, local groups, petting zoo, reptiles, carnival rides and traditional carnival food. Our little miss and teen pageant take place the Sunday before fair weekend.

Carencro C'est Bon Seasoning Festival

October 31-November 2, 2025

110 Softball Drive,
Carencro, La 70520
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 925
Carencro, La 70520

Spice up your weekend at the C’est Bon Seasoning Festival in Carencro at Pelican Park! This three-day celebration features rides, games, live music, arts and crafts, a car show, seasoning contests, and a pageant. Sample the best seasonings from the Acadiana area and enjoy delicious food from local vendors and non-profits. With fun for all ages, exciting competitions, and top-notch entertainment, the festival brings the community together and celebrates the flavors, culture, and spirit of Carencro. Join us for a weekend of food, fun, and family-friendly festivities!

Cottonport Christmas on the Bayou

December 11 - 14, 2025

Corner of Cottonport Ave. and N. Main St.
Cottonport, LA 71327
Mailing Address
P O Box 3
Cottonport, LA 71327

Celebrate the season along the scenic banks of Bayou Rouge with a weekend of family fun and tradition. Festivities begin Thursday with the community Christmas tree lighting at the square, featuring caroling and hot chocolate. On Friday, enjoy the citywide decorating contest showcasing holiday spirit. Saturday kicks off with a morning cook-off and concludes with a spectacular evening fireworks display. The celebration wraps up Sunday with the Queens Parade through town and along Bayou Rouge. A joyful weekend of food, fun, and community awaits!

Cut Off Youth Center Hurricane Festival

September 26 -28, 2025

205 W. 79th St.
Cut Off, LA 70345
Mailing Address
P O Box 421
Cut Off, LA 70345
COYC’s Hurricane Festival offers rides, live music, a pageant, live auction, and craft booths for the whole family to enjoy. Thanks to generous donations and dedicated volunteers, every food booth and auction is community-driven. All proceeds directly support the Cut Off Youth Center, helping it remain open to serve our community and provide activities for local youth. The festival is proudly named after the Center’s competitive swim team, the Hurricanes. Join us for fun, food, and entertainment while supporting a cause that benefits generations to come!

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Delcambre Shrimp Festival

August 12-16, 2026

409 E Main St
Delcambre, LA 70528
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 286
Delcambre, LA 70528

The Delcambre Shrimp Festival, held every third full weekend in August, celebrates the shrimping industry with carnival rides, incredible shrimp dishes prepared by festival members, and live music from local bands and national recording artists. Festivities begin with the Queen’s Coronation in late July, followed by pageants for all ages. Highlights include the Shrimp Cook-Off, Firemen Water Fights, and a weekend packed with fun for the whole family. The celebration concludes with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet on Bayou Carlin, wishing shrimpers a safe and successful season.

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Erath 4th of July Celebration

Jun 30 - July 4, 2026

Corner of Edward Street & Broadway
Erath, LA 70533
Mailing Address
P O Box 182
Erath, LA 70533
Website: www.erath4.com
The Erath 4th of July Celebration is held in downtown Erath every year from June 30 - July 4th to celebrate our Country and our Freedoms, and to honor all of the brave men and women who have and continue to fight for our American Freedoms. The Celebration includes carnival rides, incredible food, great bands, a parade, a fais-do-do, a dance contest, and our annual fireworks display over downtown Erath. The Queen's Pageant is held 3-4 weeks prior to the festival so that they newly crowed royalty can reign throughout the week's events and then throughout the year.

Etouffée Festival

April 25 - 27, 2025

232 Main Street
Arnaudville, LA 70512
Mailing Address
P O Box 649
Arnaudville, LA 70512

The Etouffée Festival is a family-friendly celebration filled with food, fun, and tradition! Highlights include a lively pageant, exciting carnival rides, live music, and plenty of booths to explore. Festival favorites also feature a 5K run, the famous étouffée cook-off, an auto show, and bingo for all ages. There’s something for everyone to enjoy at this community event—whether you come for the delicious food, the entertainment, or the friendly competition. Don’t miss your chance to experience one of the area’s most beloved festivals, where great music, tasty dishes, and family fun come together in one unforgettable weekend.

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Festival of the Bonfires

December 12 - 14, 2025

2545 Louisiana Ave
Lutcher, LA 70071
Mailing Address
P O Box 247
Lutcher, LA 70071

The Festival of the Bonfires is held every second full weekend in December to celebrate our beloved bonfire tradition. Enjoy a festive weekend filled with live music, crafts, carnival rides, pageants, and our famous gumbo cook-off. On Friday night, a bonfire is lit on the levee near the festival grounds, while Saturday night features another spectacular bonfire followed by a dazzling fireworks show. This cherished tradition brings family, friends, and visitors together for a magical holiday experience along the riverfront. Join us for food, fun, and flames at the Festival of the Bonfires!

French Food Festival

October 24 - 26, 2025

307 E 5th Street
Larose, LA 70373
Mailing Address
P O Box 1105
Larose, LA 70373

The French Food Festival takes place the last full weekend of October at Larose Regional Park and Civic Center—with free admission and parking! Savor a wide variety of specialty dishes unique to Louisiana’s Cajun Bayou, all inspired by French and Cajun traditions. Enjoy live music, dancing, and authentic Cajun entertainment, while kids have fun with midway rides and games. Come hungry—you’ll want to try it all! The celebration also features a Festival Ball to announce the Queens and Grand Marshal. A true taste of Cajun culture awaits!

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Gheens Bon Mange' Festival

June 5-7, 2026

1783 Hwy 654
Gheens, LA 70355
Mailing Address
170 Cypress Villa Lane
Gheens, LA 70355
Held at the Gheens Community Center, the Gheens Bon Mange' Festival takes place the first FULL weekend in June and offers live bands, auctions, games, bounce houses, a sweetshop and lots of great homemade Cajun dishes, and best of all, its in the A.C. Come on down highway 654 and join our Gheens Family as we celebarte our 50th Festival. Where we count the MEMORIES, not the CALORIES!

Giant Omelette Celebration

November 1 - 2 2025

Historic Downtown Abbeville
Magdalen Square and Conord Street
Abbeville, LA 70510
Mailing Address
P O Box 1272
Abbeville, LA 70511

A 2 day, family friendly FREE festival includes a Kids’ World, French Immersion kids performance, charity walk and bike ride, antique cars and implements, tractor egg cracking contest, music, food, and a juried art show under the beautiful oak trees of Magdalen Square. This celebration of the French language and culture ends on Sunday afternoon with the cooking of a 5,000+ egg omelette over an open fire in a 12’ skillet, which is given out free to the public with Poupart’s French bread and Abbeville’s own Steen’s Syrup. This International event is celebrated in 7 places around the world!

Gonzales Jambalaya Festival

May 22-24, 2026

9039 S. St.Landry Ave
Gonzales, LA 70737
Mailing Address
P O Box 1243
Gonzales, LA 70737

The Jambalaya Festival is held in Gonzales every Memorial Day Weekend. It is a weekend filled with family and friends coming together to celebrate the Jambalaya Capital of the World. A Jambalaya Contest is the main event where, after cooking all weekend, a Jambalaya Champion is announced on Sunday. Throughout the weekend you can enjoy bands, rides, crafts, a fun run, a car show and of course the BEST Jambalaya in the world. There is no other place to be than Gonzales on Memorial Day Weekend. We hope to see you there!


Greater Baton Rouge State Fair

October 23 - November 2, 2025

16072 Airline Hwy
Baton Rouge, LA 70817
Mailing Address
P O Box 15010
Baton Rouge, LA 70895
Website: www.gbrsf.com

Eleven days of family fun and excitement with food, games, shows, agricultural shows, and the largest midway in South Louisiana!

Gueydan Duck Festival

August 27-30, 2026

404 Dallas Guidry Road
Gueydan, LA 70542
Mailing Address
P O Box 179
Gueydan, LA 70542
Our festival is a four day event filled with live music, carnival, skeet shoot competition, dog trial competition, queens pageant, parade, outdoor cook-off, duck & goose calling competition, corn-hole tournament, various food vendors and arts &craft vendors. We have onsite camping spaces. There is definitely something for everyone of all ages to enjoy!

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Harvest Festival on False River

October 31 - November 2, 2025

211 W Main Street
New Roads, LA 70760
Mailing Address
PO Box 733
Port Allen, LA 70760
The Harvest Festival on False River is an annual festival held in the heart of New Roads, Louisiana. Its main purpose is to bring together the community in a way that celebrates one of the many things we're known for- agriculture!

KBON Music Festival

October 3 - 5, 2025

Rayne Civic Center Pavillian
210 Frog Festival Dr
Rayne, LA 70578
Mailing Address
109 S 2nd Street
Eunice, LA 70535

The KBON Music Festival is more than a three day celebration of Louisiana’s rich musical heritage – it’s a powerful force for good. Held in Rayne, the festival showcases Cajun, Zydeco, Swamp Pop and Country music, uniting locals and visitors in a shared love of culture and tradition. What makes it special is its commitment to giving back – 100% of proceeds from gate and beverage sales go directly to the Down Syndrome Association of Acadiana, supporting individuals and families in need. By preserving Louisiana’s music while making a meaningful impact, the KBON Music Festival embodies the spirit of community and generosity.

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Independence Sicilian Heritage Festival

March 13 - 15, 2026

307 E Railroad Ave
Independence, LA 70443

Mailing Address
P O Box 457
Independence, LA 70443
The annual Independence Sicilian Heritage Festival celebrates the rich cultural heritage, notable achievements, traditional music and culinary delights of our Sicilian families who have made Independence and Tangipahoa Parish their home. This time-honored tradition takes place on the second weekend of March.

International Rice Festival

October 16 - 19, 2025

Downtown Crowley
Crowley, LA 70526

Mailing Address
P O Box 1900
Crowley, LA 70526

The International Rice Festival, one of Louisiana’s largest and oldest agricultural celebrations, will mark its 88th year in October 2025 in Crowley. This beloved tradition honors the hardworking farmers who feed the world while showcasing Louisiana’s unique culture and hospitality. Festival highlights include parades, live music on two stages, a world-class carnival, food vendors, a rice-eating contest, car show, fiddle and accordion contest, Frog Derby, and the Rice Festival Queen’s Pageant. Admission is free, thanks to generous community support. The fun begins in September with the Annual Rice Poker Run, Car Show, and Rice & Gravy Cookout.

Iowa Rabbit Festival

March 20 - 21, 2026

7001 Gulf Hwy
Lake Charles, LA 70607

Mailing Address
P O Box 665
Iowa, LA 70647
The Iowa Rabbit Festival started in 1986 to promote a local rabbit processing plant and has grown to be one of the top 20 events in the Southeastern United States. The event features a Bunny Ball (weekend before the festival), Rabbit Show, Food and Craft vendors, carnival, Rabbit Cook-Off, Music and a pageant (held in April). When the crowd capacity outgrew Iowa City Park, the festival was moved to Burton Coliseum Complex in Lake Charles. There are also RV hooks-ups available.

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Jingle Jamz

December 5 - 6, 2025

206 Frog Festival Dr
Rayne, LA 70578
Mailing Address
695 Main St
Cankton, LA 70584
Website:
Christmas is a time for sharing, caring, and gifting and our Jingle Jamz festival helps make dreams come true. During our festival we have many events for everyone to enjoy!! There are vendor booths, games for the children, pictures with Santa, a breakfast with Santa, silent and live auctions, live music, a Gumbo Cook-off. Plan to join us for the community event and help turn frowns into smile during the holidays.

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Krewe Of Erin Celtic Heritage Fest

September 20, 2025

Kiwanis Park
201 W. Magnolia St.
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
Mailing Address
P O Box 2146
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
The KOE Celtic Heritage Festival offers fun for all ages with live music, storytelling, dancing, educational workshops, arts & crafts vendors, food, special contests, kid’s zone activities and much more. We celebrate Celtic heritage from the top of Ireland to the bottom of Italy. Come out and discover your Celtic Heritage in beautiful Ponchatoula each September!

Krotz Springs Sportsmen's Heritage Festival

May 30 - June 1, 2025

Nall Park
562 Front Street
Krotz Springs, LA 70750
Mailing Address
P O Box 822
Krotz Springs, LA 70750

Come have some fun in the Heart of the Atchafalaya Basin, the weekend following Memorial Day Weekend! Festival events include: pageants, Fur, Feathers & Fin Wild Game Cook-off, Carnival, Bands, Raffle, Vendors, Bingo & Live Action. Camper sites are available for rent.


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La Fete Des Vieux Temps

October 3-5, 2025

4484 Hwy 1
Raceland, LA 70394
Mailing Address
P O Box 528
Raceland, LA 70394
Website:

The festival of old times formed to bring back a festival to Central Lafourche Parish in 2014. The festival is a combination of old time Cajun traditions. Lots of great food, sauce piquante cook-offs, syrup mill, boucherie, Cajun French Music, storytelling, Cajun boat building. There are craft booths rides and lots of live music.


La Fete Du Monde

April 17-19, 2026

4484 Hwy 1
Raceland, LA 70394
Mailing Address
PO Box 227
Lockport, LA 70374
Website:

Also known as the Lockport Food Festival, is a cultural event sponsored by several charitable organizations. Held in Lafourche Parish for over 25 years, the organizations include the Lockport Volunteer Fire Department, Lockport Carnival Club, Rotary Club of Lockport, K.C. Council 3054, and Bayou Lafourche Folk life & Heritage Museum. The spring festival features authentic cajun food, amusement rides & games for all ages, live music, dancing, a pageant and much more. The festival is located under the big pavilion at the intersection of Hwy 1 and Hwy 90 in Raceland, behind the Louisiana Cajun Bayou Tourist Center.

Little Red Church Food & Fun Festival

May 1-3, 2026

13396 River Road
Destrehan, LA 70047
Mailing Address
13396 River Road
Desterhan, LA 70047
Nestled on the German Coast in Destrehan, Louisiana is our quaint church and festival that maintains the second oldest cemetery in the state. The community has thrived in St. Charles Parish for over 300 years while the festival prepares to celebrate it's 44th year. The festival caters to all ages of your family and is filled with tasty food, thrilling rides, enegertic bands, and a hospitable community!

Livingston Parish Fair

October 4 - 12, 2025

13325 Florida Blvd
Livingston, LA 70754
Mailing Address
P O Box 655
Livingston, LA 70754

Livingston Parish Fair started in 1937 in the small town of Livingston. We have friendly competitions abound during the fair. Pageants, talent show, spelling bee, fun academic bowl, livestock, and of course rodeo Friday & Saturday night come join us for lots of fun great food and carnival rides.


Louisiana Association of Fairs and Festivals

February 5 - 8, 2026

Crowne Plaza
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Mailing Address
P O Box 1362
Scott, LA 70583
Website: www.laffnet.org

Louisiana Cattle Festival and Fair

October 3 - 5, 2025

200 North Magdelen Square St.
Abbeville, LA 70510
Mailing Address
P O Box 28
Abbeville, LA 70511

From young to young at heart, the LA Cattle Festival has something for everyone! Watch or participate in the Cattle Show on Friday and Saturday. Yell “Throw me something Mister” at one of Louisiana’s most unique festival parades, learn more about the cattle industry with educational exhibits, LIVE cattle demonstrations and much more. Savor some of the best Cajun delicacies, unique and tasty meals, sweet treats and of course BEEF! Immerse yourself in Cajun culture by enjoying three days of the famous Fais Do Do. The Louisiana Cattle Festival is where you can truly party ‘til the cows come home!

Louisiana Corn Festival

June 11-13, 2026

206 Pershing Ave
Bunkie, LA 71322
Mailing Address
P O Box 70
Bunkie, LA 71322

Located in central Louisiana, Bunkie brings you the only Corn Festival in our great state. Test your skills at Corn cooking, Corn Eating & Corn Shucking Contest! Arts & crafts, carnival rides, live music, street dance, city parade, games and a statewide softball tournament. With thousands of visitors each year the Louisiana Corn Festival has become a summer to have a corn shucking good time!

Louisiana Cotton Festival

October 8 - 12, 2025

416 Litchote Rd
Ville Platte, LA 70586
Mailing Address
1322 Lee St
Ville Platte, LA 70586

The Louisiana Cotton Festival celebrates the cotton industry throughout our state with agriculture education for youth. Event includes Cajun music at a “Contra Dance”, a week-long carnival, a harvest mass, a parade and a Le Tournoi competition featuring knights in armor on horseback.

Louisiana Crawfish Festival

March 26 - 29, 2026

8245 W Judge Perez Dr
Chalmette, LA 70043
Mailing Address
P O Box 1996
Chalmette, LA 70044

Since 1975, the Louisiana Crawfish Festival in St. Bernard Parish has celebrated Louisiana’s favorite crustacean with plenty of boiled crawfish and unique dishes. Visitors enjoy live music, entertainment, and a giant midway filled with rides, games, and a ferris wheel. Local arts and crafts showcase true handcrafted talent, while the festive atmosphere brings families together, creates new memories, and spreads joy throughout the community. More than just a celebration, the festival also supports local charities, making every bite and every laugh even more meaningful. Come join the tradition, taste the flavor, and experience Louisiana at its best!


Louisiana Doll Festival

April 25, 2026

6637 Mama Johnson Rd
DeRidder, LA 70634
Mailing Address
N. Washington St
DeRidder, LA 70634

The Louisiana Doll Festival, founded in 1997, is an annual event that honors the Lois Loftin Doll Museum. Held every April in downtown DeRidder, the festival features vendors, games, contests, and a pageant, providing a unique opportunity to immerse in the world of dolls and celebrate the rich doll-making tradition of Louisiana.

Louisiana Forest Festival of Winn

April 24 - 25, 2026

Winn Parish Fairgrounds
2000 S. Jones St
Winnfield, LA 71483
Mailing Address
PO Box 1112
Winnfield, LA 71483

Reorganized in 1979, the Louisiana Forest Festival salutes the timber industry in our state. The festival encompasses a wide variety of timber related activities. There are numerous forestry equipment displays and related exhibits. Professional lumberjack sports competitors come from throughout the US to participate in the show.

Louisiana Fur & Wildlife Festival

January 9 - 10, 2026

122 Recreation Center Lane
Cameron, LA 70631
Mailing Address
P O Box 19
Cameron, LA 70631
A celebration of Cameron Parish's costal heritage, industries, and claim to fame as a true Sportsman's paradise with rides, food, music, pageants, parade, antique car show, SK run and 1 mile fun walk, kids master oyster races, and an array of outdoor events that include skeet shooting, dog trials, skinning, oyster shucking and trapsetting, and duck and goose calling.

Louisiana Gumbo Festival of Chackbay

October 10-12, 2025

346 Louisiana 304
Thibodaux, LA 70301
Mailing Address
P O Box 174
Thibodaux, LA 70302

The Louisiana Gumbo Festival of Chackbay is a three-day celebration of Cajun food, music, and family fun—all benefiting the Chackbay Volunteer Fire Department. Enjoy a wide variety of delicious dishes, from chicken and sausage gumbo to seafood gumbo, jambalaya, fried fish, and more, along with ice-cold drinks and daiquiris. The weekend features live music ranging from country to swamp pop, plus carnival rides with advance armband options, a lively parade, and a Sunday auction. With food and drink booths run entirely by volunteers and fenced fairgrounds for a family-friendly atmosphere, it’s a Cajun tradition you don’t want to miss!

Louisiana King Cake Festival

January 31, 2026

Downtown Thibodaux
Mailing Address
P O Box 529
Thibodaux, LA 70302
The Louisiana King Cake Festival, a vibrant celebration of Louisiana Culture, features live music, a wagon parade, a foam party, a children’s stage, and king cake! Held in downtown Thibodaux, the festival brings the community together with food vendors, Mardi Gras krewes and a festive 2nd Line event. A portion of proceeds supports Lafourche Parish public education initiatives and the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. With fun activities for all ages and a mission to give back, it’s the sweetest way to kick off the Mardi Gras season!

Louisiana Pecan Festival

November 7 - 9, 2025

611 8th Street
Colfax, LA 71417
Mailing Address
P O Box 78
Colfax, LA 71417

The Louisiana Pecan Festival takes place on the first full weekend of November each year. Since 1969, the festival and the Town of Colfax, play host to over 20,000 visitors each year, who come from all over Grant Parish, central Louisiana, the state and throughout the US for three days of fun, great music, live music, carnival midway, and much more!

Louisiana Pirate Festival

May 2 - 12, 2025

Lake Charles Civic Center
900 Lakeshore Drive
Lake Charles, LA 70601
Mailing Address
P O Box 679
Lake Charles, LA 70602
As the oldest and largest Pirate Festival in the State of Louisiana, we invite you to come experience our unique pirate and seafaring festival with events on both land and sea. On the shores of historic Lake Charles, the Louisiana Pirate Festival showcases entertainment by a variety of talented musicians, performers and artists. Join us for a family-friendly event with cannon demonstrations, costume contests, local arts and crafts, themed souvenirs, games and attractions, including carnival rides and more.

Louisiana Railroad Days Festival

April 9-11, 2026

400 Lake Charles Ave
DeQuincy, LA 70633
Mailing Address
P O Box 516
DeQuincy, LA 70633
The Louisiana Railroad Days Festival, celebrating DeQuincy’s railroad heritage, marks its 41st year this April. Held the second weekend of the month, this family-friendly festival is completely free—no admission, parking, or entertainment fees—and alcohol is not permitted. Enjoy carnival rides with presale tickets, plenty of food and arts & crafts booths, Friday night gospel singing, and Saturday’s headline entertainment. With activities and entertainment for all ages, it’s a fun-filled, community celebration honoring our city’s rich railroad history. Come join us for three days of food, fun, and family tradition!

Louisiana Redbud Festival

March 21, 2026

100 W. Louisiana Ave
Vivian, LA 71082
Mailing Address
P O Box 1
Vivian, LA 71082
Festival consists of arts & crafts, food, carnival, rodeo, pageant, parade, 5K Run, entertainment, pet contest, photo contest, car show, bass tournament, golf tournament, treasure hunt, scavenger hunt and a turtle race.

Louisiana Rose Festival

May 16, 2026

6276 Bailey Road
Rosepine, La 70659
Mailing Address
PO Box 512
Rosepine, LA 70659
Website:
LA Rose Festival brings the community together to celebrate the history and charm of our town. Enjoy rose-cutting demonstrations, arts and crafts, food trucks, a queen’s pageant, local music, a parade, first responder competitions, a 5K, children’s activities, blue ribbon contests, and a black pot cook-off. Held at historic Rosepine Evans Park, the festival supports the Rosepine Historical Society, helping improve the park and strengthen community connections. With fun for all ages, it’s a weekend of family, food, and festivities honoring the heart and heritage of Rosepine.

Louisiana Shrimp & Petroleum Festival

September 3-7, 2026

715 Second St
Morgan City, LA 70381
Mailing Address
P O Box 103
Morgan City, LA 70380

The oldest chartered harvest festival in Louisiana honoring the two industries that built our area. Activities include an arts and crafts show, live music, children's activities, carnival, a blessing of the fleet, street parade, fireworks, gospel stage, an outdoor mass, and plenty of food. Entry to this event is free!

Louisiana Sugar Cane Fair & Festival

September 25 - 28, 2025

Bouligny Plaza
128 W. Main St.
New Iberia, LA 70560
Mailing Address
P O Box 9768
New Iberia, LA 70560
Website: www.hisugar.org
The Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival is held on the last full weekend of September in New Iberia, LA. Kids enjoy the carnival with rides and games, while adults enjoy the fais-do-do street dancing to the great tunes of local bands. Activities include crowning of Queen Sugar, Art Show, Family Farm Fest, the Tractor Parade, Children's Parade, the Grand Royalty Parade, Blessing of the Crop, Flower Show, Sugar Cookery Contest, 5-Run, Car Show, and Home and Business Decorating Contest.

Louisiana Swine Festival

October 31 - November 2, 2025

2000 Stagg Ave
Basile, LA 70515
Mailing Address
P O Box 398
Basile, LA 70515

This 3 day festival includes a carnival, live music, craft & food vendors, and Pork Cook-Off. Contests include Boudin Eating, Hog Calling and a Greasy Pig Chase. The pageant is held two weeks prior to the festival.

Louisiana Tournoi de la Ville Platte

October 12, 2025

310 Maxie Rae Blvd
Ville Platte, LA 70586
Mailing Address
803 Whispering Pine
Ville Platte, LA 70586
Louisiana Tournoi in Ville Platte celebrates heritage, education, and community through the exciting tradition of jousting. Riders compete with skill, sportsmanship, and leadership, while a queen is crowned to represent the association and festival. The event showcases local culture, engages families and volunteers, and promotes tourism throughout the region. Concessions benefit St. Jude Children’s Hospital, and educational programs throughout the year highlight our historical roots. With 20–40 dedicated members and a nine-member board, the festival honors the traditions of our ancestral settlers while inspiring youth and the community through a unique blend of competition, culture, and philanthropy.

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Mardi Gras of SWLA

February 12-17, 2026

900 Lakeshore Drive
Lake Charles, LA 70602
Mailing Address
205 W. College Street
Lake Charles, LA 70605
Website: www.visitlakecharles.org/swlamardigras/
Mardi Gras of SWLA features plenty of Parades, Gumbo Cook-off, Pageantry of Mardi Gras Krewes’ Courts, Pageant Community Dance, and Children’s Day.

Miracle on Washington Christmas Festival

December 6, 2025

S.Washington Avenue
DeRidder, LA 70634
111 N. Washington Ave
DeRidder, LA 70634

The MOW Christmas Festival is an annual event that kicks off Christmas in Beauregard Parish! From the light show to our historic downtown, it truly embodies the spirit of Christmas and spotlights the quality of life in our community. Proud to host over 100 craft vendors, a festival pageant, games and contest for the whole family, and a Lighted Christmas Parade.

Moon Pie Festival

March 14, 2026

100 Municipal Lane
Ball, LA 71405
P O Box 1
Ball, LA 71405
Moon Pie Festival has a moon pie eating contest, games, a Young Sheldon look-alike contest, cooking contest and live entertainment all day. The walking trail is filled with vendors and food trucks.

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Natchitoches Meat Pie Festival

September 19-20, 2025

626 Front Street
Natchitoches, LA 71457
Mailing Address
172 East Ridge Drive
Natchitoches, LA 71457
The Natchitoches Meat Pie Festival and 20th Annual River Run being held in historic downtown Natchitoches. There will be live entertainment, children's activities, meat pie vendors, balloon rides, arts & crafts, spectacular fireworks event and so much more.

New Iberia Spanish Festival

April 17-19, 2026

102 W Main Street
New Iberia, LA 70560
Mailing Address
P O Box 12963
New Iberia, LA 70562
3-Day Festival held 3rd weekend in April downtown New Iberia. Come and enjoy Spanish Flamenco dancers & entertainment, Paella/Jambalaya/Tapas Cook-Off, and local musical performers. Family fun for all ages including Carnival Rides and games, Street parade, Running of the Bulls Race, Arts & Crafts Show, Car Show. Trace your ancestry at the Spanish Genealogy displays. Take a stroll under the Crochet Ceiling down Church Alley just like in Alhaurin de la Torre, Malaga, Spain, New Iberia's Sister City.

Noel Acadian au Village

December 1 - 23, 2025

200 Greenleaf Drive
Lafayette, LA 70506
Mailing Address
303 New Hope Road
Lafayette, LA 70506
Noel Acadien is the major fundraiser for LARC. Acadian Village is ten acres and is decorated with over one million lights and themed areas. There are carnival rides, concessions, live entertainment nightly, photos with Santa nightly, and is a wholesome family event. LARC's mission is serving individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities and their families thrive in the workforce and community. Noel Acadien is an enormous volunteer effort that continues to unite the community in caring for those individuals that are unable to care for themselves.

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OLPS Tomato Festival

April 17-19, 2026

2320 Paris Road
Chalmette, LA 70043
Mailing Address
2320 Paris Road
Chalmette, LA 70043

Since 1951, Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church & School has hosted the beloved OLPS Tomato Festival, celebrating the Creole tomato season with the St. Bernard community. This family tradition features live music, rides, games, and an incredible menu, including Tomato-a-la-Chalmette, chargrilled oysters, jambalaya, shrimp fettuccine, crawfish fried rice, BBQ, and more. Festival highlights include the Miss, Teen, Junior, and Children’s Tomato Pageants, showcasing local talent and spirit. Bring your family and friends for a weekend of great food, lively entertainment, and fun for all ages!

Ozone Camellia Festival

December 6, 2025

Slidell Auditorium
2056 2nd St
Slidell, LA 70458

Mailing Address
PO Box 67
Slidell, LA 70459

Website:

The Ozone Camellia Club, established in 1951, hosts the annual Ozone Camellia Festival the first weekend of December at the Slidell Municipal Auditorium. The festival celebrates the beauty and cultural significance of camellias with a judged flower show featuring hundreds of blooms from across the region. The presentation of the Camellia Court honors families who have served the club. The Camellia Queen, selected from the court, serves as an ambassador for the City of Slidell. She represents the community at events throughout the year and promotes the appreciation and cultivation of camellias in Louisiana.


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Plaquemines Parish Fair & Orange Festival

December 5 - 7, 2025

Fort Jackson
38039 LA-23
Buras, LA 70037
Mailing Address
P O Box 158
Belle Chase, LA 70037

Held annually at Fort Jackson, the Plaquemines Parish Fair and Orange Festival celebrates the citrus industry and Plaquemines Parish. Features carnival rides, bands, citrus displays and civil war re-enactments.

Plaquemines Parish Seafood & Heritage Festival

April 24-26, 2026

333 F. Edward Hebert Blvd
Belle Chasse, LA 70037
Mailing Address
239 Sarah Victoria Dr
Belle Chasse, LA 70037

Come out the last weekend of April for mouthwatering local seafood, carnival rides, live entertainment, crafts and a kid’s tent.

Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival

April 10-12, 2026

Memorial Park
313 N 6th Street
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
Mailing Address
P O Box 446
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
Since 1972, we've been celebrating one of Louisiana’s sweetest and largest harvest festivals, a joyful three-day celebration of strawberries, tradition, and community! Enjoy live music, carnival rides, a vibrant parade, and delicious food sold by local non-profits. Meet farmers at Farmer’s Row and taste the season’s freshest berries. All proceeds support scholarships, local charities, and our farming heritage. Don’t miss our exciting pre-festival events like Strawberry Day in the Park, the Strawberry Ball, and the Pageant/Coronation. Hosted by a dedicated all-volunteer board, it’s more than a festival—it’s a Berry Sweet tradition!

Port Barre Cracklin Festival

November 13 - 16, 2025

169 Park Street
Port Barre, LA 70577
Mailing Address
P O Box 895
Port Barre, LA 70577

The Cracklin Festival is a vibrant celebration of culture, food, and family fun in Port Barre. Known for its delicious cracklins, the festival features thrilling carnival rides, live music showcasing local and regional talent, and a spirited pageant highlighting the charm and poise of its contestants. Visitors can enjoy a festive parade, browse unique handmade crafts from talented artisans, and indulge in mouthwatering Cajun cuisine. With activities for all ages and a welcoming community atmosphere, the Cracklin Festival is the perfect way to experience the rich traditions and hospitality of Louisiana.

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Ragley Heritage & Timber Festival

October 18, 2025

6715 Highway 12
Ragley, LA 70657
Mailing Address
377 Burnett Loop
Longville, LA 70652
Website:
Come be a part of the Ragley Heritage & Timber Festival on the 3rd Saturday of October. Delicious food, fun jumps, wagon rides, craft booths, music/singing, petting zoo, corn grinding demonstrations, wood work demos, quilting demos and much more!

Rayne Frog Festival

May 14-16, 2026

300 Frog Festival Drive
Rayne, LA 70578
Mailing Address
107 Oak Street
Rayne, LA 70578

Parade, Carnival Rides, Live Music, Frog Etiquette eating contest, Frog Leg Quantity eating contest, Arts & Crafts, Diaper Derby Pageant, Frog Derby, Queen Contest, Frog jumping contest, Kids area with free activities, and a cultural tent.

Red, White, Blue and You Festival

July 4, 2026

Lake Charles Civic Center
900 Lakeshore Drive
Lake Charles, LA 70601
Mailing Address:
326 Pujol Street
Lake Charles, LA 70601

Red, White, Blue and You Celebration is an event held on July 4th every year in order to celebrate our nation’s freedom. All are welcome for our free public event to enjoy the music, Pageant, fireworks, food trucks, kids’ entertainment and more in order to thank our nation’s veterans for our freedom of this beautiful country.


Rougarou Fest

October 17 - 19, 2025

South Louisiana Wetlands Discovery Center
86 Valhi Blvd
Houma, LA 70360

Mailing Address
7910 W Park Ave
Houma, LA 70364
The Rougarou Fest is a FREE family-friendly festival with a spooky flair that celebrates the rich folklore that exists along the bayous of Southeast Louisiana. It showcases live music, cultural activities, children's activities, Cajun food, the Krewe Ga Rou parade, and so much more.

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Sabine Fair & Rodeo

September 23 - 27, 2025

115 Fairgrounds Road
Many, LA 71449
Mailing Address
1406 Maple Street
Winnfield, LA 71483
This event includes a week full of family fun! Come out to enjoy carnival rides, games, rodeos, arts and crafts, livestock show, and plenty of good music and great food!

Sabine Free State Festival

October 31 - November 2, 2025

220 W Port Arthur Ave
Florien, LA 71429
Mailing Address
220 W Port Arthur Ave
Florien, LA 71429

The Sabine Freestate Festival celebrates the tumultuous history of the western frontier following the Louisiana Purchase when a border dispute with Spain created the Neutral Ground in which outlaws sought refuge from the law and brave adventurers came seeking opportunities of a new and untamed wilderness. Featuring old western shootouts, a parade, live historical demonstrations, Midkiff’s Midway and arts and crafts galore.

Scott Boudin Festival

April 10-12, 2026

125 Lions Club Road
Scott, LA 70583
Mailing Address
125 Lions Club Street
Scott, LA 70583
Scott Boudin Festival celebrates family, food, music, and Boudin! Our Festival is held on the municipal grounds near Scott City Hall building, only 12 minutes west of Lafayette. "Where the West Begins and Hospitality Never Ends!" Scott is a community rich in Cajun heritage and our festival celebrates the spirit of that heritage through Boudin, a unique Cajun specialty. The Scott Boudin Festival showcases live entertainment and music, local food vendors, a Queen's pageant, a Children's pageant, crafts, fireworks, Sunday Family Day, and a Sunday Mass on the festival grounds, in other words - community fun in a safe environment.

St. John Andouille Festival

October 17 - 19, 2025

Thomas F. Daley Memorial Park
2900 Hwy 51
LaPlace, LA 70068
Mailing Address
1811 W Airline Hwy
LaPlace, LA 70068
The Andouille Miss and Teen Pageant is usually held two weeks prior to our Festival with majestic themes and production where our contestants are sure to have a joyful time. Our one of kind Festival features live music, great food featuring Andouille and good limes. Every year, thousands of people merge upon the Festival grounds for a fun-filled weekend, highlighted by a talent show, are tent for kids, a Second Line Parade led by the Walking Warriors and Mardi Gras Indians, Andouille Run and more. Patrons will enjoy local bands, rides, craft booths, sweet booths, homemade Andouille sausage and Louisiana Cajun Cuisines all in this spectacular three-day weekend. Come and join us for a "Smokin' Good Time"!

St. Tammany Parish Fair

October 1 - 5, 2025

1304 N Columbia Street
Covington, LA 70433
Mailing Address
P O Box 2554
Covington, LA 70433
Held annually the first full weekend in October, St. Tammany Parish Fair is the second oldest fair in the state! Come enjoy the pageants, Rodeo Queen Contest, Gospel Night, Parade, Cheer/Dance Competition, Livestock shows, Rodeo, Chicken Calling Contest, Live Entertainment, Carnival Rides and fair food. Our MiniFarm allows you to get up close and personal with animals while talking to FFA members who, raised them. We'd love to see you there...at the St. Tammany Parish Fair!

South LA Wildfowl Carvers Competition and Festival

March 27-29, 2026

2441 Highway 308
Thibodaux, LA 70301
Mailing Address
Lockport Community Center
5610 LA 1
Lockport, LA 70374
Promotes and encourages the preservation of the heritage of South Louisiana and the art of wildfowl carving. Promotes the talent of local artists by seeking opportunities to display and demonstrate the art while raising funds for the preservation of the art.

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Tangipahoa Parish Fair

October 1 - 5, 2025

12614 Arena Drive
Amite, LA 70422
Mailing Address
P O Box 1293
Amite, LA 70422
Established in 1888, the Tangipahoa Parish Fair is the oldest fair in Louisiana, held annually the first weekend in October. The fair offers something for everyone, including Kids Day, Pioneer Days, Shake Rattle & Roll Spirit Competition, 4-H exhibits, livestock shows, youth rodeo, horse pulls, spelling bees, and a queen pageant. Enjoy live entertainment, delicious food, and fun activities for the entire family. With a rich history and community spirit, the Tangipahoa Parish Fair continues to be a beloved tradition, celebrating heritage, youth, and unforgettable experiences for visitors of all ages.

The Cajun Two Step Festival

April 4, 2026

1211 Service Road
Kentwood, LA 70444
Mailing Address
1211 Service Road
Kentwood, LA 70444
The Cajun Two Step Festival is a new festival in Kentwood located on the grounds of Cajun Two Step, the StaleKracker Headquarters. We hold a crawfish cook-off with up to 60 teams, vendors, food trucks, live bands and activities for kids such as rock climbing, petting zoo, axe throwing and a mechanical bull. We have fans that attend from all over the USA, as far north as New York.

The Gumbo Festival

October 10 - 12, 2025

146 4th St.
Westwego, La 70094
Mailing Address
146 4th St.
Westwego, LA 70094
Every second weekend in October, you’ll find us cooking up thousands of gallons of delicious GUMBO. In 1973, then Governor Edwards declared us the “Gumbo Capital of the World”. There will be rides and games for the young and young at heart, a cooking contest and of course great music. Next September we’ll hold a pageant to select the next Miss Creole Gumbo followed with a ball before the festival. We are a nonprofit that raises funds to support and sustain Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church and the community it serves.

The Italian Festival

April 24-26, 2026

50081 Highway 51
Tickfaw, LA 70466
Mailing Address
P O Box 105
Tickfaw, LA 70466

The Italian Festival is a celebration of our Italian heritage and culture held annually in Tickfaw the last full weekend in April. This long standing, cultural tradition of celebrating our Italian ancestors started in Independence in 1973 and continues to thrive because of the support of our community and the strong Italian roots that bind us together. The festival features delicious Italian and American food, amusement rides, great musical entertainment, and arts and crafts all in a safe and family oriented atmosphere. Be sure to attend our parade on festival Saturday and our pageant in May.

TFAE Cajun Food Fest & 5K Run for Excellence

May 9, 2026

7856 Main St.
Houma, LA 70361
Mailing Address
P O Box 1503
Houma, LA 70361

The Cajun Food Fest & Run for Excellence is the primary fundraiser for TFAE. Funds are used to help local educators and STEM programs in the Bayou Region. For 25 years, this event has been held the day before Mother’s Day in downtown Houma. Its one night but 4 events. The Battle of the Bands begins at 4pm, followed by the 5K Walk/Run. We have live music, kids’ corner and Cajun food festival all included in one price.

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Vermillion Venue Farmers and Artisan Market

Every Sunday

10569 Placide Rd
Maurice, LA 70555
Mailing Address
2401 Veterans Memorial Blvd
Abbeville, La 70510
Website:

We are a new farmers market, in Vermillion Parish, held the first Sunday of every month to allow vendors to sell baked goods.

Vinton's Lagniappe on the Sabine Festival

June 27, 2026

1319 Horridge St
VInton, LA 70668
Mailing Address
5373 Pony Express Lane
Vinton, LA 7066
Website:

An annual community celebration held the weekend before the 4th of July in Vinton. Hosted by The Vinton R3 Town Partnership, this family-friendly event showcases the town’s rodeo, racing, and agricultural heritage through live Cajun music, local food, vendor booths, Competitions, and youth programming. With free participation for school groups and community fundraisers, the festival fosters local pride, economic reinvestment, and cultural preservation – all while raising funds to support education, wellness, and small business initiatives in Vinton.

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Washington Parish Balloon Festival

May 29-31, 2026

100 Main St
Franklinton, LA 70438
Mailing Address
2461 S Columbia St
Bogalusa, LA 70427

Hot air balloon festival with hot air balloon shows. Features rides, a carnival, live music, food and craft vendors. The pageant is held prior to the festival.

Washington Parish Free Fair

October 15 - 19, 2025

115 Main St
Franklinton, LA 70438
Mailing Address
P O Box 308
Franklinton, LA 70438
The nation’s largest “Free Fair” featuring competitive agricultural and educational exhibits, livestock show and petting zoo, art show, national, regional and local musical entertainment, a parade, rodeo, pioneer settlement, 5k run, arts and crafts booths and carnival rides.

Washington Parish Watermelon Festival

July 10 - 12, 2026

100 Main St
Franklinton, LA 70438
Mailing Address
PO Box 3
Franklinton, LA 70438
Website:

Get ready for three days of fun, flavor, and family traditions. This beloved summer celebration offers something for everyone—rodeo action, live music, a festive parade, car show, watermelon auction, carving contest, and spectacular fireworks. Enjoy Southern food, sweet treats, and handcrafted goods from local vendors. With family-friendly activities, contests, and nonstop entertainment, it’s a joyful celebration of community spirit and summer tradition you won’t want to miss!

West Louisiana Forestry Festival

October 1 - 5, 2025

276 H M Stevens Road
Leesville, LA 71446
Mailing Address
P O Box 1548
Leesville, LA 71496
Website: www.vppjla.com
The West Louisiana Forestry Festival Fairgrounds is home of the annual West Louisiana Forestry Festival, held annually beginning the 1st Wednesday of every October. The Fairgrounds are located at 276 HM Stevens Blvd (off La Hwy 8 West, just outside the City of Leesville}. Events include carnival, parade, pageants, rodeo, 4-H events and woodsman skills competitions.

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