Louisiana Festivals & Events Happening this Weekend: April 18 through April 21
2024-04-18
Celebrate blues, Spanish heritage, logging, forestry, dolls, art, ladybugs, Croatian culture, and Scottish tartan in Louisiana this weekend.
The weather is warming up and so are the festivals. Here's what you have to look forward to this weekend.
Baton Rouge Blues Festival - Downtown Baton Rouge - April 19, 20, 21
100 North Boulevard
A free music festival in downtown Baton Rouge, the Baton Rouge Blues Festival features multiple music stages, vendors, artists, kids' activities, and more.
Among this year's musical lineup are:
Henry Turner, Jr. & Flavor
Elvin Bishop & Charlie Musselwhite
Black Joe Lewis
Curley Taylor & Zydeco Trouble
Michael Foster Project
Lil' Ray Neal
Jackie Vinson
Nikki Hill
The Chris Leblanc Band
Alabaster Stag
A limited amount of BFF passes will be for sale in the merch tent on Saturday and Sunday. The cost is $125 and includes access to an open bar, restroom, indoor lounge, snacks, private viewing terrace, plus mainstage viewing space with seating and fans.
El Festival Espanol de Nueva Iberia - New Iberia - April 19, 20, 21
102 W. Main Street
Celebrating New Iberia's Spanish roots, El Festival Espanol de Nueva Iberia will feature a reenactment of the arrival of the Spanish on Bayou Teche, a paella/jambalaya cookoff, food demonstrations, exhibits, guest lectures, original Spanish family genealogy, carnival rides, local music, a fais-do-do, and a downtown art walk featuring Spanish artists.
Local bands include:
The Bad Boys
The Good Dudes
Spanish Concert Band
Kaleb Olivier and the Kinsmen
Dustin Sonnier
Kevin Naquin & Cajun Celebration
Corey Ledet
Grounds are open from 5:00 PM to 11:30 PM on Friday, 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM on Saturday, and 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM on Sunday.
Zwolle Loggers and Forestry Festival - Zwolle - April 19, 20, 21
1100 S. Main Street
The Zwolle Loggers and Forestry Festival pays homage to the logging and forestry industries in Sabine Parish. Festival activities include forestry exhibits, a blessing of the fleet, logging activities, a parade, music, food, art, and crafts.
La Fete Du Monde - Raceland - April 19, 20, 21
4484 Highway 1
Known as the Swamp Pop Extravaganza of Louisiana's Cajun Bayou, La Fete Du Monde is a three-day festival of live music, dancing, Cajun food, games, and carnival rides.
Musical guests include:
EPIC
Kings of Neon
Pot 2 La
Freddie Rodrigue, The One Man Band
Shorts in December
Contra Flow
TET-DUR
JP Bourgeois Band
The event is held at the Lafourche Parish Pavilion at Hwy 1 and Hwy 90.
Louisiana Doll Festival - Deridder - April 20
Washington Street
The Louisiana Doll Festival honors the largest collection of dolls in Louisiana, the Lois Lofton Doll Collection. The festival features crafts, food, and games, and ends with an outdoor movie.
Melrose Arts & Crafts Festival - Melrose - April 20 &21
3533 Highway 119
An annual celebration of artistry, creativity, and community spirit, the Melrose Arts & Crafts Festival showcases the talent of local artisans. It provides a platform for visitors to discover unique handcrafted treasures.
Hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturday and 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Sunday.
Ladybug Ball Festival - Houma - April 20
86 Valhi Drive
Focusing on environmental education for youth, the Ladybug Ball Festival is a family-friendly event featuring educational workshops, games, arts and crafts, music food, cookie decorating, face painting, a petting zoo, and more.
Guests are encouraged to dress as their favorite critter for a costume contest at 11:00 AM. 100,001 ladybugs will be released at 1:00 PM.
Croatian Festival - Belle Chasse - April 20
220 Croatian Way
Immerse yourself in Croatian culture with live Croatian music, authentic food and drinks, and dancing. Gates are open from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and admission is free.
Scottish Tartan Festival - Minden - April 20
198 Gleason Street
The 22nd annual Scottish Tartan Festival will be a day of merrymaking with Highland games, Celtic music, Scottish dance, a dog show, a Celtic marketplace, and traditional Scottish foods.
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