Louisiana Mosquito Festival

As they say, in Louisiana we've got a festival for everything—even things that make our skin crawl (or itch, or break out in hives). Yes, it's time to honor Louisiana's unofficial state bird, the mosquito, at this inaugural shindig. Pack some bug spray and journey to Landon Pitre Memorial Park in Cankton to catch local music, a cook-off, blood drive, silent auction, plenty of vendors, and children's activities such as buzz competitions and mosquito wrangling. The festival's lineup includes Richard LeBeouf, Rory Suire & Closing Time, Caramel Cowboy Raikwon Green, and more. Free. louisianamosquitofestival.org.