Macaroni KID Recommends: 5 Things To Do This Week for Families

Another weekend is finally here, and after the events that have taken place this week, I am sure I am not the only one looking to decompress a bit and and enjoy time this weekend with family and friends. 

Our 2025 Fall Food and FUN Festival Guide is ready this week for our subscribers first! We're working on a few guides right now that will list the upcoming family-friendly events and activities from Breaux Bridge to Morgan City all in one place. Make sure to check back often! 

Here are a few of the top article picks for our parents to check out this week: 

• Nicaraguan Salpicón: Chopped Steak, Veggies Combine For Delicious Dish
• DIY Pirate Adventures for Kids: Make Your Own Pirate Puppets
• Kids will enjoy this month's featured book Let's Learn About Black Bears by NatureBeeWild Prints at the StoryWalk Trail in Abbeville 
• Family Apple Crisp Recipe A Delicious Fall Treat
• Your Pirate Name Is Waiting. And It’s Probably Hilarious

Now, on to the top picks for this week's family-fun in New Iberia, Abbeville, Breaux Bridge, Franklin, St. Martinville, and Morgan City! 

Make sure to check back often as we will continue to update the guide each week with new events!  Background from Graphix's Images | Inset by Tracie Ysaguire

Please note: Events may be cancelled due to inclement weather or other unexpected issues after the publication of this article. 

Please be sure to follow up with the original event or host for details or questions about any events listed. 

1. Lydia Cancer Association: Cajun Food Fest - Weeks Park in New Iberia

Saturday
September 13, 2025
9:00 am - 11:00 pm

The Lydia Cancer Association is back this year with Cajun Food Fest this September in New Iberia. This local festival is a favorite for families in New Iberia as it offers a way for the community to come together, have fun, and while giving back to the community at the same time. Enjoy live music, fun, and food! Donations encouraged. 

2. Rockin' the 4-H Barn: Anything Over Rice Cook-Off - Abbeville

Saturday
September 13, 2025
10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Abbeville High School Marching Band invites families to join them this weekend at Rockin the 4H Barn, their 2nd Annual Fundraiser for 4-H. Enjoy music, food, mechanical bull rides, fun jumps, and shopping with local vendors and more. $5.00 for ages 3-1 / $10.00 for ages 12 and older.

3. September Market at The Grub Lot - Erath

Saturday
September 13, 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Make plans for a family fun afternoon at the September Market at The Grub Lot in Erath. Shop for specialty items, enjoy live music, food trucks, activities for the kids, and more. Free.

4. Dino Night at Chick-fil-A New Iberia

Saturday
September 13, 2025
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Bring the kids for a night of roaring fun with crafts and activities. Enjoy more prehistoric fun with The Dinosaur Experience too! Free.

5. St. Joseph Oratory Nights for Kids- Breaux Bridge

Wednesday
September 16, 2025
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Children in St. Martin Parish have a new, fun, community activity to enjoy on Wednesday nights starting this September! Oratory Nights offers children in 2nd-8th grade a fun-filled activity at the St. Joseph Oratory & Café on Wednesdays evenings from 5:30-7:30 pm. Dinner will be provided for attendees. Free. 

Our event calendar covers family fun events and resources for all families in New Iberia, Abbeville, Franklin, Morgan City, St. Martinville, and Breaux Bridge. If you head out to any of these events, please tell them you heard it on Macaroni KID New Iberia Abbeville Breaux Bridge. 

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