Books Along the Teche Literary Festival

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Courtesy of Iberia Parish CVB

The world-famous literary detective Dave Robicheaux, created by author James Lee Burke, is coming home to Iberia Parish with his very own festival. The official Books Along The Teche Literary Festival returns for its sixth year, offering plenty of opportunities for exploration in the realms of literary history, culture, and cuisine—all in the beautiful historic district of New Iberia. 

The weekend kicks off with the Jazz it Up Opening Reception in the gardens of Shadows-on-the-Teche, featuring music from the Bunk Johnson Brazz Band and delicacies provided by Cajun Aces Chefs Cody and Samantha Carroll. Saturday events include storytelling, Children's word and picture workshops, a symposium with the author of Best of Enemies: Race and Redemption in the New South Osha Gray Davidson, live music by Andy Smith, a James Lee Burke Symposium, a Dave Robicheaux walking tour, a 5K run, and much more. And don't miss the Louisiana Seafood Great Southern Chefs Food Demo featuring Chefs Cody and Samantha Carroll.

Tickets are available for the Jazz it Up Opening Reception ($50) and the Louisiana Seafood Great Southern Chefs Food Demo ($25) at bontempstix.com. Get all of the details for the festival at booksalongthetecheliteraryfestival.com.