Louisiana Food & Wine Festival

Celebrated chefs from across Louisiana and Texas—not to mention foodies, restaurateurs, wine aficionados, and more—are flocking to Lake Charles mid-September for the festival Travel + Leisure called one of five "must-experience festivals" across the entire United States. Over the course of four days, expect culinary tastings, demonstrations, master classes, wine dinners, jazz brunches, and more—giving those who love cuisine, wine, and spirits the opportunity to indulge in all kinds of deliciousness while chatting with chefs and industry experts. 6:30 pm–8:30 pm Thursday and Friday; 2 pm–5 pm Saturday; 11 am–3 pm Sunday.  $99–$190. Tickets at louisianafoodandwinefestival.com.