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Festivals Acadiens et Creoles is a family-friendly event taking place in Girard Park each October. One of the largest FREE public events in the state, this festival offers four days of music, dancing, art, culture and food in South Louisiana. Events kick off on Thursday with an educational symposium, and the festival officially opens on Friday with the cutting of the boudin at 5 p.m. Live music on six stages, the Bayou Food Festival, Louisiana Craft Fair, cooking demonstrations, two childrens' tents, jam sessions and a Mardi Gras parade make up activities throughout the weekend.
Who
All ages
Cost
FreeHow
Come to the park any time during the weekend. Activities run from about 10 a.m.-9 p.m. each day.
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Kids have full use of the park, including the playground, splash pad, duck pond and shaded areas, during the festival.
