Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Music Festival

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Nestled in the heart of Cajun Country, it's no surprise that the oldest Zydeco festival is taking place in Opelousas for its 37th year. The Southern Development Foundation has organized a slew of delicious Creole and Cajun food, plenty of cold beer and beverages, arts and crafts, a black pot cook-off, and of course a Zydeco parade, Zydeco breakfast, and as much Zydeco music as your little Acadian heart can handle. This year's musical lineup includes Grammy winner Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band, Nathan Williams and Zydeco Cha Cha, and many others. The night kicks off on Friday night with a Zydeco dance at Evangeline Downs at 9 pm. Saturday gets started at the Yambilee Fairgrounds at 8:30 am, with ongoing fun until midnight. $15 for adults, $5 for kids under 12 at the gate. zydeco.org.