Harvest Moon Festival

Franklin's annual street festival celebrates the beauty of the season and the spirit of the sugar cane harvest. Head to Main Street in Franklin's historic district and join in the the fall-flavored fun. Highlights include the Louisiana Cane Syrup Expo, a pooch parade, a wooden boat show, scarecrow and pumpkin decorating, a classic car show, children's activities, and live music. And of course, plenty of warming food to stave off the coming winter. 10 am–3 pm. cajuncoast.com.