As The Roux Turns

08/30/2026

📢 🦐 Less than a week away!

The oldest chartered harvest festival in Louisiana is back for it's 91st year, and everyone's invited! The Shrimp and Petrolum Festival in Morgan City is sure to be a great event, and an amazing opportunity for a ! Come out and celebrate the two industries that have been so essential in our state's hsitory, economy and culture.

Visit https://www.shrimpandpetroleum.org/ for the full music lineup, event schedule, and more information!

Louisiana Shrimp & Petroleum Festival

08/24/2026

📢 There are fairs and festivals happening all across the state this week! 📆 Any I missed? Drop them in the comments below!

Gueydan Duck Festival - Gueydan
Thunder Over Louisiana Air Show Presented By Kia of Lake Charles - Lake Charles
Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival - Baton Rouge
North Louisiana Sportsman's Expo - West Monroe

08/20/2026

08/14/2026

08/14/2026

Come on out to Bernard Bertrand House in Rayne tomorrow and celebrate Acadian Day! Celebrate and learn more about our Acadian heritage here in Louisiana with craft demonstrations, storytelling, live music, French speaking, and even a traditional Tintamarre march!

This FREE event is a great opportunity for the whole family to come together with the community and honor the cultural contributions of the Acadian people. Don't miss out!

City of Rayne | Acadia Parish Tourism

06/10/2026

📢 All 12 episodes of season 1 of LA64 are streaming at www.lpb.org/la64!

Take a look back at all the history, hidden gems and vibrant communities LPB has highlighted in this series so far, and get some inspiration for your next Louisiana adventure! Also, check out the new Parish Postcards which feature beautiful aerial views from all 12 parishes!

Louisiana Public Broadcasting | Explore Louisiana | Keep Louisiana Beautiful | Atchafalaya National Heritage Area | Louisiana State Museums | State Library of Louisiana | Louisiana State Parks | Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board | Volunteer Louisiana

06/05/2026

🎉🦆 Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at the 50th Annual Gueydan Duck Festival! 🦆🎉

We’re excited to announce an incredible lineup of live entertainment for this milestone celebration!!

From country favorites to Louisiana legends, this year’s entertainment lineup is one you won’t want to miss!

For 50 years, the Gueydan Duck Festival has brought together friends, families, and visitors from near and far to enjoy great entertainment, delicious food, cherished traditions, and memories that last a lifetime. This year’s golden anniversary promises to be one of our biggest celebrations yet!

Mark your calendars for August 27–30, 2026, and make plans to join us as we honor the rich history of our festival while creating new memories for generations to come.

Thank you to everyone who has supported the Gueydan Duck Festival over the past 50 years. Here’s to celebrating our past, enjoying the present, and looking forward to the future!

💚💛 50 Years of Tradition • Community • Celebration 💛💚