It’s a jam-packed weekend with events all across Southeast Louisiana from NOLA Funk Fest to the Wooden Boat Festival.
Here’s what you need to know:
Oktoberfest:
The Deutsches Haus’ annual Oktoberfest kicks off Friday in Bayou St. John.
At the festival, you can enjoy all things German, including brats, sauerkraut, big Bavarian-style pretzels, German desserts and beer.
Festivalgoers can choose from more than 20 German beers, nine wines and more than 20 schnapps.
Oktoberfest is from Oct. 9-10, 16-17, and 23-24 from 4 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Friday and 1 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Saturday.
Tickets are $10 at the gate and children under 12 get in for free.
For more information on Oktoberfest, click here.
NOLA Funk Fest:
The NOLA Funk Fest is celebrating Louisiana music and heritage.
The festival is taking place at the Woldenberg Park near the Audubon Aquarium from Friday, Oct. 16 until Sunday, Oct. 18.
There will be established artists and emerging performers, plus Cajun and Creole food.
The musical lineup includes artists such as George Porter Jr. and Runnin’ Pardners, Galactic, Neal Francis, Cimafunk and more.
Click here to buy tickets to the festival.
Praise Fest:
The 17th annual Praise Fest is a celebration of Gospel music, faith, and community in New Orleans.
The three-day festival runs from Friday, Oct. 16 until Sunday, Oct. 18, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 500 N. Norman C. Francis Parkway.
The mission of the festival is to unite people through music, inspiration and fellowship.
The event is family-friendly and free to the public.
Click here for more information.
Boo at the Zoo:
Audubon Zoo’s annual Boo at the Zoo event kicked off Friday and will continue through Sunday, providing Halloween-themed activities for visitors of all ages.
Little ghouls, goblins, and spider-kids can trick-or-treat their way through the zoo, and older attendees are welcome to wear costumes as well.
The event is also for a good cause.
Click here to purchase tickets and learn more about the event.
Andouille Festival:
The 51st annual Andouille Festival is celebrating LaPlace’s famous andouille sausage with a weekend of entertainment and activities.
The festival is held from Friday, Oct. 16 until Sunday, Oct. 18.
The three-day festival features live music, local food, arts and crafts and plenty of family-friendly activities.
Festgoers can enjoy live performances throughout the weekend, with events running through Sunday.
The festival starts at 6 p.m. on Friday and 11 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
For more information, click here.
Wooden Boat Festival:
The Wooden Boat Festival is celebrating 35 years on the Tchefuncte River in Madisonville.
The festival is held on Saturday, Oct. 17, and Sunday, Oct. 18.
The Wooden Boat Festival will include over 100 classic boats, spectator boats and wooden boats, as well as music.
Click here for more information on the Wooden Boat Festival.
Louisiana Oyster Culture Festival:
The Louisiana Oyster Culture Festival debuts this weekend in Chalmette, showcasing the state’s coastal culture.
The inaugural event will take place Saturday and Sunday at the Sigur Civic Center Fairgrounds, running from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day.
It will feature live music, local vendors, and plenty of oysters.
Admission is $5 online and $10 at the gate.
To learn more about the festival, click here.
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