We are moving right through November and it looks like Thanksgiving is going to be here before you know it! But before we celebrate Thanksgiving, let's be sure to celebrate Veterans Day and thank our local veterans for their service.
We have a list of events, discounts, and deals happening in New Iberia and around Acadiana. Be sure to share our list with a veteran you know!
We also have the holiday Diwali coming up this weekend on Sunday, November 12. Learn more about the festival of lights and the traditions of this holiday. "Diwali is not just an Indian festival; it's a global celebration of unity, hope, and the triumph of light over darkness."
For those looking for information on the Toys for Tots program in Jeanerette, we have the details for you listed on how you can apply. And we have an easy fun craft for you this week that may help get rid of some of that Halloween candy in Sweet Science: Sweet Science: 5 Fun Experiments Kids Can Do With Candy.
Now, on to our recommendations for this week:
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1. 3rd Annual Veteran Heritage Festival - Abbeville
Friday, November 10, 2023 and Saturday, November 11, 2023
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Celebrate this Veteran's Day in Abbeville at the Louisiana Military Museum. There will be hands on activities, living history demos, and other special programing for visitors of all ages during the two day celebration. Admission is free, however for groups of 10 or more (field trips, scout troops, veteran organizations, large families, etc.) please book your visit in advance.
2. Turkey Trot Fun Run at Longfellow Evangeline - St. Martinville
Saturday, November 11, 2023
10:00 am
Happening during the Veterans Day Ceremony this event at Longfellow Evangeline is bringing together community partners from the LSU Ag Center of St. Mary & St. Martin Healthy Communities to offer a free 1 Mile Turkey Trot Fun Run after the flag raising ceremony. Doors open at 9:00 am. Fun run event is scheduled weather permitting.
3. Fall Fest at Morgan City Petting Zoo
Saturday, November 11, 2023
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Morgan City Petting Zoo is back with their family fall fest for 2023. Enjoy visiting with the animals, children's games and activities, contests and more. New to the event this year will be a maze for families to enjoy on the big pasture.
4. The Atchafalaya Basin Festival - Henderson
Saturday, November 11, 2023
11:00 am
The Atchafalaya Basin Festival is back with a day of family fun events and activities. Enjoy cooking contest, car show, arts and crafts, a kid's zone and plenty of amazing Cajun music. There will also be live and silent auctions and food and drinks for purchase. Camper spots are available for purchase at the park as well.
5. Kiwanis Club Pancake Supper - New Iberia
Thursday, November 16, 2023
4:30 pm - 8:00 pm
The 65th Annual Pancake Supper is back in City Park. The event will feature dine-in and drive thru options this year. Harvey, The Rabbit will be there to entertain the kids.
Looking for more family fun in and around New Iberia? |
Our event calendar covers family fun events and resources for all families in
New Iberia, Abbeville, Franklin, Morgan City, St. Martinville, and Breaux Bridge.
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