December 2023

Hometown Happenings: January 2024
This January, it’s time to ring in the New Year - Louisiana-style! Lace up your parade watching boots and savor
the chilly gumbo weather because Mardi Gras is peeking around the corner. Resolve to season your year with
this January’s vibrant selection of festivals and parades. It’s the perfect way to start the year.
69th Louisiana Fur and Wildlife Festival
January 12 – January 13, Cameron
https://www.lafurandwildlifefestival.
net/
Looking to warm up your weekend with
a hearty taste of Southern hospitality?
For two days this January, the 69th
Louisiana Fur and Wildlife Festival offers
just that and more. A cherished tradition
since 1955, this Cameron staple salutes
the parish’s vibrant industries every
year, with this year’s events honoring
the Fur & Alligator Industries. From live
entertainment, food and crafts booths,
pageants, and carnival rides to an array
of competitions ranging from a gumbo
cook-off to skeet shooting, this event
has something for everyone to enjoy.
Join the fun and celebrate the rich history
of Louisiana’s coastal legacy at one of
the year’s most storied festivals.
Cinema on the Bayou Film Festival
January 24– January 31, Lafayette
https://cinemaonthebayou.com/
Calling all movie buffs! This month, the
19th Cinema on the Bayou Film Festival
is taking the stage in Lafayette with its
annual one-of-a-kind film-watching experience.
As Louisiana’s second-oldest
film festival, Cinema on the Bayou offers
an eclectic selection of over 150 films,
including narratives, documentaries,
animations, and experimental works.
Watch critically acclaimed films, witness
thought-provoking panel discussions
from industry professionals, and bask in
the unique world of Creole and Cajun
cinema on display. Don’t miss this incredible
eight-day-long cinematic adventure!
Bayou Mardi Gras Parade
January 26, New Iberia
https://www.bayoumardigras.com/
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Twin Cities Krewe de Riviere Mardi Gras
Parade
January 27, Monroe
https://www.krewederiviere.com/
Bright colors, high spirits, and a parade
to remember - the Neon Revolution is
coming to Monroe with the Twin Cities
Krewe de Rivière on January 27.
Visitors can expect over 50 entries in
this colorfully-themed parade, including
throwing floats, dance groups, and
more, alongside a performance from the
Grambling State Marching Band. Kick off
your Mardi Gras season by being part
of this unforgettable experience. And
make sure to look out for their special
signature prizes!
Welsh Mardi Gras Run and Festival
January 27, Welsh
https://www.facebook.com/
welshmardigras/
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