WideWater Music & Art Festival

The Mandeville lakefront comes alive during the fall, and the WideWater Music & Arts Festival (formerly known as Rockin' the Lake, now renamed for the English translation of the Choctaw word for the Pontchartrain, "okwa-ta") activates the scenic neighborhood with multiple stages of live music, local artisan shopping, and a selection of food trucks. Go VIP ($50) for access to a buffet, free drinks, premium seating, and special bathroom access. 11 am–7 pm. Free. oldmandevillebusiness.com.