Abita Fall Fest

Abita Springs brings in the fall with its annual fall festival, featuring two stages, with a lineup that includes : Imagination Movers, The Bad Sandys, Ever More Nest, Sunpie & the Louisiana Sunspots, Bon Bon Vivant, Muscadine Bloodline, Margie Perez, Pontchartrain Shakers, The Level Street Band, Sunny Side Jazz Band, and Washboard Chaz. 

At the Kid Zone, adventurous tykes can try out the rock wall; explore their creative side at the art bus, by tile painting, sand filling, air brushing, and more; or make friends at the petting zoo. Plus, a special Pumpkin Stage will feature kid-targeted acts including a Magic Show, a Princess Party, and juggling. 

Adults can play, too. At the Interactive Circle incorporates technology for one-of-a-kind Instagrammable experiences using green screen and virtual reality, as well as more hands-on crafts such as the hand wax station and a caricature artist. 

10:30 am–7:30 pm. Tickets are $25 if purchased before November 3; $25 afterwards; $30 at the gate. abitafallfest.com. 

Plus: Start the festivities early with the Fall Fest's After Dark Pre-Party on Friday night, featuring the Rebirth Brass Band, Flow Tribe, and Brasshearts Brass Band. 5 pm–10 pm. $20; $25 at the gate.