PRESS RELEASE

Oct. 2, 2015

For Immediate Release

Contact:

Brittany Racca

(337) 365-1540

(888) 942-3742

brittany@iberiatravel.com

iberiatravel.com

Iberia Parish Convention

and Visitors Bureau

Louisiana's Sweet Picks
November 2015 Events

New Iberia * Avery Island * Jeanerette

Jefferson Island * Loreauville * Delcambre

On Nov. 20-22, 2015, celebrate New Iberia's Spanish roots with "Running of the Bulls" 5K and 1 mile fun run, re-enactment of the arrival of the Spanish on Bayou Teche, paella and tapas cookoff, arts and crafts, fais-do-do, food demonstrations, original Spanish family genealogy, guest lectures, exhibits and more.

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!

Nov. 1 - 8, 2015 - IPAL Presents "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change" - Live theater production, concessions. Essanee Theater, 126 Iberia St., New Iberia, Thurs - Sat. 7:30 - 10 p.m. & Sun 3 - 5:30 p.m., 337-364-6114, IPALTheater.com, Facebook.com/Pages/IPAL-Iberia-Performing-Arts-League-Site

Nov. 1 - 30, 2015 - Iberia Parish Library Events - Check Facebook.com/pages/Iberia-Parish-Library for details. Iberia Parish Library, 445 E. Main St., New Iberia, 337-364-7150, IberiaLibrary.org, Facebook.com/pages/Iberia-Parish-Library

Nov. 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 2015 - 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

Nov. 4, 2015 - Jeanerette Museum: Ford Mustang Talk - Professor Jerome "Jerry" Malinowski, one of the designers of the original Ford Mustang, will present "The Enigma of an American Icon: The Ford Mustang." He will share his personal story designing the Ford Mustang and will touch on other cars of that time including the Chevy Corvair-Camaro and the Dodge Challenger. This free program is open to adults, however registration is required to reserve your seat. Please call the museum or register on their website. Jeanerette Museum, 500 E. Main St., Jeanerette, 6 - 8:30 p.m., 337-276-4408, JeaneretteMuseum.com, Facebook.com/pages/Jeanerette-Museum

Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2015 - 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

Nov. 7, 2015 - Jungle Gardens 5K - The race/stroll will be held on the hard pack road that travels throughout Jungle Gardens. Food, entertainment and awards will follow. All entrants will have a full day pass to explore the gardens and enjoy the area. Proceeds will go toward helping the children of St. Jude children's research hospital. Jaryd Lane will perform. Jungle Gardens, Highway 329, Avery Island, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., (337) 993-9377,

JungleGardens5k.com, Facebook.com/StJudeJungleGardens5k

Nov. 7, 2015 - Delcambre 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. Bayou Carlin Cove Boat Landing and Pavilion, 605 S. Railroad St., Delcambre, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., 800-884-6120 ext. 7, DelcambreMarket.org, Facebook.com/DelcambreMarket

Nov. 7, 2015 - Great Chili Challenge - Chili cooking contest and family fun, including arts & craft booths, activities, silent auction, open car & truck show, music and more. New Iberia City Park, 300 Parkview Dr., New Iberia, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., (337) 365-9303, IberiaPregnancyCenter.com

Nov. 7, 2015 - Spanish Festival Pageant - Queens pageant for junior, teen and miss contestants of Spanish descent. Interview competition, on-stage introduction and modeling. Sliman Theater, 129 E. Main St., New Iberia, 6 - 8 p.m., (337) 380-7636, NewIberiaSpanishFestival.com, Facebook.com/La-Asociacion-Espanola-de-Nueva-Iberia

Nov. 7 - 8, 2015 - Acadiana Barrel Racing Associatin: Finals - Regional barrel race competition series finals, concessions. SugArena @ Acadiana Fairgrounds, 713 NW Bypass (Hwy. 3212), New Iberia, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., 337-365-7539, SugArena.com, Facebook.com/Pages/SugArena

Nov. 7 - 8, 2015 - Shadows Civil War Encampment - Skilled re-enactors will demonstrate the lifestyle of a soldier during the Civil War. To provide visitors with a living picture of the past, they will demonstrate marching drills, camp life, artillery firing and many other scenarios. Different events will be going on and the Shadows tour for the weekend will focus on the Civil War. By mid-October, visitors can contact the Shadows to obtain a schedule of demonstrations and presentations for the weekend. Shadows-on-the-Teche, 317 E. Main St., New Iberia, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., (337) 369-6446, ShadowsOnTheTeche.org, Facebook.com/ShadowsontheTeche

Nov. 10 - 27, 2015 - Clementine Hunter Exhibit - "The Art and Social Commentary of Clementine Hunter," a travel exhibit from the Louisiana State Museum, focuses on the importance of Hunter's work as a chronicler of rural life. With over 20 images of works by Hunter, the exhibit captures the spirit of her life and work. Jeanerette Museum, 500 E. Main St., Jeanerette, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.,

337-276-4408, JeaneretteMuseum.com, Facebook.com/pages/Jeanerette-Museum

Nov. 11, 2015 - Veterans Day Memorial Ceremony - Honoring veterans with proclamations, 21 gun salute, flag raising, prayer service. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, 6 - 8 p.m., (337) 344-9397

Nov. 14, 2015 - Jeanerette Farmers Market - Locally grown foods and handmade items. Jeanerette City Park, Tarleton Street, 8 a.m. - noon, 337-335-0721, JeaneretteChamber.org, Facebook.com/JeaneretteChamberofCommerce

Nov. 14, 2015 - Food Truck Festival - Food trucks will be available at the Teche Area Farmers Market every second Saturday of the month. Along Fulton St. between Fisher Street and Iberia Street, New Iberia, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., 337-369-2330, Facebook.com/TecheFarmersMarket, Facebook.com/NewIberia.DBA

Nov. 14, 2015 - Holiday Shoppe - Craft and vendor holiday fair with prizes, vendor giveaways, food & sweets and entertainment. Bring the kids to meet their favorite princesses and storybook characters. There will be over 60 vendors, food trucks, a kids paint party, Spinsanity demo and more. Cyr Gates Community Center, New Iberia City Park, 300 Parkview Dr., New Iberia, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., (337) 577-2117, Facebook.com/VendorBlenders

Nov. 14, 2015 - Southern Soul Food Showdown - Finger licking Southern soul food cookoff. Family oriented food festival, fais-do-do, arts and crafts, refreshments and more. Held annually on the second Saturday in November. Mon Ami, Grand Marais, 7304 E. Hwy. 90, Jeanerette, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., (337) 365-8185, Facebook.com/MonAmi.GrandMarais

Nov.14 - 15, 2015 - National Barrel Horse Association State Show - NBHA sanctioned barrel race competition and show, concessions. SugArena @ Acadiana Fairgrounds, 713 NW Bypass (Hwy. 3212), New Iberia, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., 337-365-7539, SugArena.com, Facebook.com/Pages/SugArena

Nov. 19, 2015 - Winter Holiday Market - Seasonal Market. Bayou Carlin Cove Boat Landing and Pavilion, 605 S. Railroad St., Delcambre, 5 - 8 p.m., 800-884-6120 ext. 7, DelcambreMarket.org, Facebook.com/DelcambreMarket

Nov. 20 - 22, 2015 - El Festival Espanol de Nueva Iberia - Celebrating New Iberia's Spanish roots with gala, "Running of the Bulls" 5K and 1 mile fun run, re-enactment of the arrival of the Spanish on Bayou Teche, paella and tapas cookoff, arts and crafts, musical and dance performances, food demonstrations, cemetery tour, genealogy displays, guest lectures, exhibits and more. Bouligny Plaza/Steamboat Pavilion, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, Fri. 6 - 9:30 p.m., Sat. 7 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun. noon - 1 p.m., (337) 349-7343, NewIberiaSpanishFestival.com, Facebook.com/La-Asociacion-Espanola-de-Nueva-Iberia

Nov. 23 - 27, 2015 - Fall Camp at Cajun RVera- Fall camp for the kids during the Thanksgiving break. Cajun RVera, 713 NW Bypass (Hwy. 3212), New Iberia, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., 337-256-8681, CajunRVera.com, Facebook.com/CajunRVera

Nov. 26, 2015 - Acadiana Growers Alliance Farmers Market - Selling fresh produce and baked goods on the last Thursday of each month. For details, go to Facebook.com/AGAFarmersMarket. For additional "flash" (pop-up) market dates and locations, check Facebook.com/BestLifeFlashMarket. First United Methodist Church Ministries Center, 211 W. St. Peter St., New Iberia, 4 - 6 p.m., 337-367-0838.

Nov. 28, 2015 - "Turkey Trot" 5K Walk/Run for a Cure of Diabetes and Alzheimer Awareness - Community 5K walk/run. Registration at 7 a.m., prayer and exercise at 7:50 a.m., walk/run begins at 8 a.m. All ages and teams welcome. Health screening, blood donation, nutritional information and more. New Iberia City Park, 300 Parkview Dr., New Iberia, 7 - 10 a.m., 337-519-3010, Thediabetickitchen.org, Facebook.com/The-Diabetic-Kitchen-TLC

Nov. 28, 2015 - Showtunes Sing-Along - Envision daBerry invites everyone to participate in belting their favorite musicals in a piano lounge-style setting. Free admission. Beau Soleil Caf� and Catering, 225 W. Main St., New Iberia, 7 - 11 p.m., 337-378-9469, Daberry.org, Facebook.com/pages/Envision-da-Berry

Nov. 28, 2015 - Shop Small - In celebration of Shop Small Day, participating local businesses, shops, restaurants and salons will offer promotions, special events and special offers. Iberia Parish, (888) 942-3742, IberiaTravel.com/Holiday-Shopping, (337) 364-1836, IberiaChamber.org

Nov. 28 - Dec. 31, 2015 - Window Wonderland - Storefront windows on New Iberia's Historic Main Street play host to festive Holiday Magic on Main themes through the merry season. Historic Downtown New Iberia, Main Street, (337) 378-9469, DaBerry.org, Facebook.com/Envision-da-Berry

Nov. 28 - Dec. 31, 2015 - Shop Berry Frozen - Various Iberia Parish merchants offer discounts, special events and promotions during the Magic on Main holiday season. (888) 942-3742, IberiaTravel.com/Holiday-Shopping, Facebook.com/VisitIberia

Nov. 29, 2015 - Christmas Shoppe - Come shop for loved ones at the "Christmas Shoppe", several local crafters displaying handcrafted jewelry, beauty products, handmade candles, soap, food products and much more. Willow Wood Park Recreation Center, 113 Willow Wood Dr., New Iberia, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., (337) 229-4254, (337) 229-1982.

Nov. 29, 2015 - Sounds of the Season - Free Christmas concert by the Acadiana Symphony Orchestra presented by the Iberia Cultural Resources Association, featuring familiar Christmas songs as well as classical selections. St. Peters Church, 108 E. St. Peter St., New Iberia, 3 - 4:30 p.m., (337) 364-1603, IberiaCultural.org

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

Get our latest updates on

Download the Iberia Travel App

Hot Spots

Jeanerette Museum

Antique Rose Ville Tea Room & Gardens

Bayou Teche Museum

William G. "Bunk" Johnson Jazz Trail

KONRIKO� Company Store/ Conrad Rice Mill

Jungle Gardens of Avery Island

TABASCO� Factory/ Country Store

Jefferson Island Rip Van Winkle Gardens/ Rip's Rookery

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"

###

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.