This Might Just Be The Most Quintessentially Louisianian Festival And You Won't Want To Miss It
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Jackie Ann
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Celebrating all things uniquely Cajun, this southwestern Louisiana festival might just be the most quintessentially Louisiana festival around, and you won’t want to miss it. Feast on delicious Cajun cuisine and then dance the night away in style. Sounds perfect, right? Well, this particular festival is right around the corner, so mark your calendars because you won’t want to miss it.
The festival is ocated in the Vermillionville Historic Village in Lafayette. Their address is 300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508.
This year, the festival takes place on October 26-27, 2018. Mark your calendars!
There will be tons of toe-tapping live music from talented musicians from all over. There are three stages with jam-packed line ups for both days, so you’ll be dancing well into the night.
There will be tons of toe-tapping live music from talented musicians from all over. There are three stages with jam-packed line ups for both days, so you’ll be dancing well into the night.
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The cookout takes place Saturday afternoon, and the categories include: gravy, gumbo, cracklins, jambalaya, and dessert. Compete for bragging rights and a cash prize, or you can visit each chef’s outdoor kitchen and sample their amazing creations.
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Join other festival-goers for a week of music, dance, cooking, and more the week before the festival. Blackpot Camp is scheduled for October 21-26, 2018 and won’t disappoint! This is like Coachella for Cajuns. You’ll sleep under the stars, meet new friends, and learn about the Cajun culture.
And you can bet there’s a barn dance every night where everyone gets together and celebrates the unique culture of southwest Louisiana. Think of it like a four-day workshop where you’re completely immersed in the Cajun culture.
Bring your tent or RV and join in on the fun! Their address is 1717 Veterans Memorial Hwy., Eunice, LA 70535.
Have you ever been to the Blackpot Festival & Cookout or stayed at Blackpot Camp? Are you planning on going this year? Let us know in the comments below!
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