Wing Wars of Acadiana

In Parc International on this May Saturday, passerbies might find themselves tempted by the tantalizing smells of barbecue and hot sauce. Hosted by the Gifting Grace Project of Acadiana Homeless Children's Outreach, this inaugural festival is designed to bring awareness to the growing issue of childhood homelessness in our community while challenging local chefs to a good old wing cook off. 11 am–5 pm. Reserve your wristband by April 30 for a rate of $15 per person; family bundle is $40 and includes GA wristbands for two adults and two kids. Both get you access to all food booths, live music, and kids zone—along with six complimentary wing tasting tickets (additional wings available for purchase for $1.25 each. $20 to enter into the Wing Wars of Acadiana Smackdown Wing Eating Contest. wingwarsofacadiana.com.