Enjoy some of the best authentic Louisiana food and music this weekend at area festivals.
The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation presents the 13th annual Cajun-Zydeco Festival at Armstrong Park.
"Headliners include Grammy winners Dwayne Dopsie & the Zydeco Hellraisers, Chubby Carrier, The Lost Bayou Ramblers and Bruce Daigrepont. So, it's an exceptional lineup," says spokeswoman Kia Robinson.
"And, Amanda Shaw has a very interesting set scheduled for Sunday. 'Joie D’Louisiane,” is Cajun French singing and traditional Cajun fiddling." stylings and Cajun French singing," Robinson says.
"Of course, the food...the Cajun cuisine, is the other star of the show. We've got local food vendors presenting their take on Cajun cuisine. So, we've got soft-shell crab po-boys, crabmeat beignets, boudin, crab, shrimp, fish, alligator...all the like will be there this weekend."
The free event is the only festival that features exclusively Cajun and zydeco music.
https://www.jazzandheritage.org/cajun-zydeco
Meanwhile, the local fishermen in Des Allemands present their fresh catch of catfish this weekend.
"We like to think we have the best in the universe," says spokeswoman Sheena Candies. That's why Des Allemands is known as 'The Catfish Capitol of the Universe."
"We're going to have various catfish dishes from catfish po-boys, catfish sauce piquante, catfish boulettes, catfish bourette, fried catfish with white beans."
The festival offers live music, amusement rides and games. It's also a free festival.
https://www.louisianacatfishfestival.com/
Other weekend events include:
The NOLA Caribbean ExperienceFriday, June 21 - 23What better way is there to closeout Caribbean Heritage Month than with the 3rd annual NOLA Caribbean Fest? Four days filled with non-stop events, parades and parties. Celebrate Caribbean culture with authentic food, music, dance and fun. Saturday, June 22nd (5pm-10pm) and Sunday, June 23rd (5pm-10pm) at Central City BBQ, 1201 South Rampart St. The Colour Me Krazy Carnival Parade starts on Saturday, June 22nd for 4pm on Canal St and ends at the festival grounds. https://www.nolacaribbeanfestival.com/
Westwego Farmers Market Friday Night Concert SeriesJune 21The concert series offers live music by the Danny Alexander Band, food, crafts and more. 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Free. 484 Sala Ave., Westwego https://www.visitjeffersonparish.com/event/westwego-farmers-market-frida...
Covington Kokomo StrollJune 225 - 8:30 pmDowntown Covington's annual beach party! Patrons can sample summer cocktails and - new this year - small plate tastings from local restaurants at various stroll stops throughout downtown Covington! Live music. All participants must be at least 21 years old and are encouraged to get creative with their attire! Get your tickets for Kokomo Stroll online. Location: Downtown Covingtonhttps://www.gocovington.org/event/kokomo-stroll
Summer Wine FestivalSaturday, June 22, 2019Times: Thurs, Fri, and Sat: 8pm | Sunday: 2:00pm Location: Canal Place, 333 Canal St.Enjoy tasty treats and summer sips at the 2019 Summer Wine Fest hosted by the French American Chamber of Commerce! Live music, an auction and Tombola (Parade of Prizes), too!https://www.canalplacestyle.com/events/french-american-chamber-of-commer...
