Iowa Rabbit Festival

Not the state, but the small community of Iowa, near Lake Charles—where bunnies should beware, lest they soon become a tasty rabbit gumbo or jambalaya, especially at the Burton Coliseum Complex this weekend. Celebrating the economic and culinary impact rabbits have in Southwest Louisiana, this annual fest is a one-of-a-kind event, from the rabbit gumbo to crowning the new Miss Bunny, who will represent the festival at other state-wide festivals and competitions. Thursday is free admission night, where the carnival and vendors will be open, but Burton will be closed. 5 pm–midnight Thursday and Friday; 10 am–midnight Saturday. $10; 12 and younger free.  iowarabbitfestival.org.