NEW IBERIA, La. --- The Iberia Parish Convention and Visitors Bureau invites you to experience our famous attractions, world renowned cuisine, contagious music, sizzling events and people who never meet a stranger. Join us and savor the difference in Iberia Parish!

Dec. 3, 2013 - New Iberia Christmas Parade - Christmas parade, with Santa Claus, marching bands, dance groups. Main Street, Historic Downtown New Iberia, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., 337-365-1428, 337-207-5670.

Dec. 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 28, 2013 - Teche Area Farmers Market -

Dec. 4, 11, 18, 2013 - GLC Farmers Market - Local farmers selling produce, plants, honey, homemade pies and other items grown locally. Grass-fed beef, pork and lamb are also available at the meat market during this time. GLC Meat Market, 211 N. Main St., Loreauville, 2 - 6 p.m., 337-577-9160, Glcranch.com/Glc-Meat-Market, Facebook.com/pages/Gonsoulin-Land-and-Cattle/173448106037617

Dec. 7, 2013 - Battle of the Paddles Gumbo Cookoff - Sample all you can eat gumbo and enjoy music and fun booths (caricature, face painting, photo, etc.). Soft drinks, water, hot chocolate, hot dogs, chips and homemade sweets will also be sold. Cooking begins at 8 a.m. Judging and serving at 1 p.m. Live entertainment by Travis Matte at 7:30 p.m. Delcambre Shrimp Festival Grounds, 409 E. Main St., Delcambre, 10 a.m. - until, 337-519-4362.

Dec. 7, 2013 - Yuletide on the Bayou - Gingerbread house competition among Girl Scouts of Louisiana, Pine to the Gulf chapter. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., 337-369-2330.

Dec. 7, 2013 - Pearl Harbor Memorial Day Ceremony - A celebration remembering the day the US became involved in World War II with Flag ceremony, 21 gun salute, flag raising and harmony of patriotic music. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, 6 - 8 p.m., 337-344-9397.

Dec. 8, 2013 - Jeanerette Christmas Parade - Christmas parade with Santa Claus, marching bands, dance groups and more. Main Street, Jeanerette, 1 - 3 p.m., 337-579-2153.

Dec. 8, 2013 - Delcambre Main Street Christmas Parade - Christmas parade with Santa Claus, marching bands and dance groups. Main Street, Delcambre, 2 p.m.,

337-519-2541.

Dec. 14, 2013 - Jeanerette Farmers Market - Locally grown foods and handmade items. Jeanerette City Park, Tarleton Street, 8 a.m. - noon, 337-276-4293, Jeanerettechamber.org, Facebook.com/JeaneretteChamberofCommerce

Dec. 14, 2013 - Delcambre Seafood and Farmers Market - Fresh seafood, fruits and vegetables, arts & crafts. Get some Christmas shopping done and enjoy your day with live music and a visit with Santa. Join the Marines and bring something to donate to Toys for Tots. Delcambre Shrimp Festival Grounds, 409 E. Main St., Delcambre, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., 800-884-6120 ext. 7, Delcambremarket.org, Facebook.com/DelcambreMarket

Dec. 14, 2013 - Delcambre Christmas Boat Parade - Fun for the whole family as you watch fireworks and lighted boats of all sizes cruise Bayou Carlin. Pictures with Santa and Christmas Chorus precede parade at 4 p.m. Delcambre Docks, 6 p.m., 337-658-2422, Delcambreboatparade.com, Facebook.com/pages/Delcambre-Boat-Parade/115902748421713

Dec. 21, 2013 - New Iberia's Creole Market - Shop for seasonal, locally grown produce and fruits, fresh Louisiana seafood, homemade jams, jellies and other preserves, as well as fresh baked items, home-cooked dishes, handmade crafts and more. Enjoy fun and educational activities that promote healthier eating and lifestyle choices. West End Park, 1200 Field St., New Iberia, 8 a.m. - noon, 337-367-0834, Facebook.com/CreoleMarket

Dec. 28, 2013 - Showtunes Sing-Along - Envision daBerry invites everyone to participate in belting their favorite musicals in a piano lounge-style setting. Free admission. Des Amis Dining and Catering, 225 W. Main St., New Iberia, 7 - 11 p.m., Daberry.org, Facebook.com/pages/Envision-da-Berry/184912591564828