PRESS RELEASE
April 1, 2014

 

For Immediate Release

Contact:
Brittany Racca
(337) 365-1540

(888) 942-3742

celine@iberiatravel.com 

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Iberia Parish Convention 

and Visitors Bureau

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Louisiana's Sweet Picks
May 2014 Events
New Iberia * Avery Island * Jeanerette
Jefferson Island * Loreauville * Delcambre
See classic and muscle cars and enjoy live entertainment during Cruisin Cajun Country Cruise In May 15-17.

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!

May 1, 2014 Iberia Parish 4-H Ag Days - Students receive hands-on experience with farmers and professors of agriculture. SugArena @ Acadiana Fairgrounds, 713 NW Bypass (Hwy. 3212), New Iberia, Thurs. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., 337-365-7539, SugArena.com, Facebook.com/Pages/SugArena

May 1, 2014 Loyalty Day Ceremony - A celebration of freedom with flag ceremony and patriotic music. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, Thurs. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., 337-344-9397.

May 1 - 31, 2014 Iberia Parish Library Events - Check Iberiatravel.com for details. Iberia Parish Library, 445 E. Main St., New Iberia, 337-364-7150, 

May 2 - 3, 2014 Acadiana 4-H Horse Camp - 4-H students learn how to properly care for their horses. SugArena @ Acadiana Fairgrounds, 713 NW Bypass (Hwy. 3212), New Iberia, Fri. - Sat 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., 337-365-7539, SugArena.com, Facebook.com/Pages/SugArena  

May 2 - 3, 2014 Relay For Life of Iberia Parish - Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society's signature fundraising event. New Iberia Senior High School, 1301 E. Admiral Doyle, New Iberia, Fri. 6 p.m. - 6 a.m., 337-519-1978, ACSEvents.org

May 3, 2014 Decambre Seafood and Farmers Market - Enjoy what's fresh for the season from area farms and local waters, along with tasting opportunities and recipes, live music, kids' activities and other special events. Delcambre Shrimp Festival Grounds, 409 E. Main St., Delcambre 70528, Sat. 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., 800-884-6120 ext. 7, Facebook.com/DelcambreMarket, DelcambreMarket

May 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 31, 2014 - Teche Area Farmers Market -

Experience our harvest of delicious, locally grown produce and homemade products by area farmers, artists and crafters. Also included are handcrafted cypress yard objects, bread and fresh baked goods, ceramics, honey, jellies, jams, herbs, candies, wooden bowls and utensils, birdhouses, garden benches and much more. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, Tues. 2:30 - 6 p.m., Sat. 7 - 11 a.m., 337-369-2330, Facebook.com/TecheFarmersMarket

May 6 - 7, 2014 Southern Regional Mine Rescue Competition - Metal/nonmetal mine rescue competition. SugArena @ Acadiana Fairgrounds, 713 NW Bypass (Hwy. 3212), New Iberia, Tues. - Wed. 7 a.m. - 5 p.m., 337-365-7539, SugArena.com, Facebook.com/Pages/SugArena 

May 7, 14, 21, 28, 2014 - 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

May 10, 2014 - 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

May 10, 2014 Q-Ing on the Bayou-Boat Poker Run Poker run in boats with live music and BBQ cook-off. North Pier Marina, 307 Isadore St., Delcambre, Sat. 11 a.m. - 8 p.m., 337-658-2422, DelcambreBoatParade.com,  Facebook.com/pages/Delcambre-Boat-Parade/115902748421713

May 15 - 17, 2014 Cruisin Cajun Country Cruise In - Classic and muscle cars cruise into the hot side of Louisiana's Cajun Country to experience the area's hottest attractions while spectators enjoy car shows and entertainment. Super 8 Hotel of New Iberia, 2714 Hwy. 14, New Iberia, Thurs. - Sat. 8 a.m. - 11 p.m., 337-316-0932, CruisinCajunCountry.com, Facebook.com/CruisinCajunCountry

May 17, 2014 Armed Forces Day Ceremony - A celebration of armed forces at home and abroad with a flag ceremony and patriotic music. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, Sat. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., 337-344-9397.

May 17 - 18, 2014 SugaSheaux - Regional horse show and ranch sorting competition. SugArena @ Acadiana Fairgrounds, 713 NW Bypass (Hwy. 3212), New Iberia, Sat. - Sun. 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., 337-365-7539, SugArena.com, Facebook.com/Pages/SugArena 

May 23 - 24, 2014 Bar L Rodeo - Rodeo. SugArena @ Acadiana Fairgrounds, 713 NW Bypass (Hwy. 3212), New Iberia, Fri. - Sat. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., 337-365-7539, SugArena.com, Facebook.com/Pages/SugArena 

May 24, 2014 - New Iberia 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, hand made 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. - 12 p.m., 337-367-0834, Facebook.com/CreoleMarket

May 24, 2014 - Splash Bash - Swimming, arts and crafts, games, fun jumps, food and refreshments. New Iberia City Park, 300 Parkview Dr., New Iberia 70563, Sat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., 337-339-5903.

May 26, 2014 Memorial Day Ceremony - A celebration commemorating all fallen soldiers with a flag ceremony, 21 gun salute and patriotic music. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, Mon. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., 337-344-9397.

May 29 - June 1, 2014 Iberia Performing Arts League Presents "Wait Until Dark"- Live theatre production. 126 Iberia St., New Iberia, Thurs. - Sat. 7:30 - 9:30 p.m., Sun. 3 - 5 p.m., 337-364-6114, IPALTheater.com, Facebook.com/pages/Iberia-Performing-Arts-League 

May 31, 2014 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

 

For more information on parish events call the Iberia Parish Convention and Visitors Bureau at 337-365-1540 or visit www.iberiatravel.com

  
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  Hot Spots

 

 

 

 Antique Rose Ville Tea Room & Gardens

 

Bayou Teche Museum

 

William G. "Bunk" Johnson Jazz Collection Exhibit

 

KONRIKOŽ Company Store/ Conrad Rice Mill

 

Jungle Gardens of Avery Island 

 

TABASCOŽ Factory/ Country Store

 

Rip Van Winkle Gardens/ Rip's Rookery/ Jefferson Island 

 

Shadows-on-the-Teche Plantation Home & Gardens

 

Atchafalaya National Heritage Area Bayou Teche Corridor

 

New Iberia Main Street Walking Tours

 

James Lee Burke's "Iberia Trail"

 

 

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The Iberia Parish Convention & Visitors Bureau is the official parish marketing agency promoting New Iberia, Avery Island, Jefferson Island, Jeanerette, Loreauville and Delcambre as a destination. Marketing programs target leisure travelers, business travelers, media, entertainment industry, and the travel trade including group tour planners, meeting planners, sports planners and special event planners. The bureau operates a parish welcome center located at 2513 Hwy. 14 in New Iberia.

 

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