The 5 Best Fall Festivals In Louisiana For 2023 Will Put You In The Autumnal Spirit
Jackie Ann
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Fall is my favorite time of year. The second that the first cool front blows through, I’m making gumbo (like everyone else). Fall is the best time to spend your weekends outside, and lucky for us, there are plenty of fall festivals in Louisiana to add to your calendar. These festivals should keep your October weekend busy with all the good food and music you can handle. Happy festing!
1. Que Pasa Fest
Come out to celebrate Louisiana’s Hispanic heritage at this two-day festival in Metairie’s Lafreniere Park. The family-friendly festival is free to enter and boasts a ton of local food vendors, arts and crafts tents, games, and live music. Visit the Que Pasa Fest website for more information.
2. Louisiana Gumbo Festival
Nothing says fall in Louisiana quite like a big bowl of gumbo. There are several gumbo festivals in Louisiana that take place during October and November, and this one is in Chackbay. 2023 marks the 50th year of the annual festival, so come out and celebrate! Visit the Gumbo Festival website to learn more.
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3. Madisonville Wooden Boat Festival
The Madisonville Wooden Boat Festival is always a good time. I’ve been going to this festival since I was a kid, and can’t recommend it enough! Spend the day strolling the waterfront and checking out all of the incredible vendors, munching on delicious food, and listening to some good tunes. Seeing all of the boats on display is fascinating, and if you’ve got a kid who's into boats, this is a must! Be sure to check out Fairview-Riverside State Park while you’re in the area. It’s just on the other side of the river and is a tiny little park with beautiful views. Visit the Madisonville Wooden Boat Festival website for more information.
4. Rougarou Fest
This unique fall festival in Louisiana might be the best of the bunch. Head on down to Houma for a full weekend of legendary fun. It’s so much more fun when you dress up, so get creative with your costume. There will be awards in several categories, including pets, most creative, funniest, scariest, movie characters, and kid’s costumes, too! Visit the Rougarou Fest website for a full breakdown of everything you can look forward to at this awesome Louisiana festival.
5. Abita Fall Fest
Good food, great beer, amazing music...what more could you ask for? This festival in Abita Springs always turns out a great crowd, despite being one of the newer festivals in Louisiana. The festival began in 2019 as a celebration of Abita Springs’ culture, music, and art, and has since grown into one of the most anticipated festivals on the Northshore. Visit the Abita Fall Fest website for a full music line-up and a list of activities.
Are you planning on attending any of these fall festivals in Louisiana? Let us know in the comments below!
For more autumn adventures, check out some of the best places to spend fall in Louisiana. If you’re a leaf-peeper, gas up the car and check out this fall foliage road trip!
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