Parks Cracklin Cookoff

Chewy, crunchy, or with a thick seam of meat—no matter how you like your cracklin, there will be a version for you at this cookout and festival. Expect a poker run, raffles, fun jumps, arts & crafts, and other fun along with live music, featuring Darel Gros & High Rollin Band, Nik-L Beer, Kajun Iron Horse Riders, Adam Leger Band, Eighties Experience, Laik Clause, and Corey Ledet Zydeco. Everything takes place at Poché Memorial Park in Parks. 6 pm–11 pm Friday; 10 am–11:30 pm Saturday. $5. parkscracklincookoff.com.