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Atchafalaya Catfish Festival This Weekend in Melville
If you are planning to festival hop, this is YOUR weekend, for sure! Our friends in Melville will host the 12th annual Atchafalaya Catfish Festival beginning Thursday, October 9th, with a carnival night at the Melville Civic Center grounds. The party will continue into Friday and Saturday with lots of live music, food, and fun! Admission is free, so check out the schedule of events below, and make plans to attend this fun event!
Thursday, Oct 9th
6pm-10pm - Family night at the Carnival
Carnival presale tickets are available at town hall from September 2-October 8 for $12.00. Regular price is $15.00.
Friday, Oct 10th
6pm–10pm – Carnival night/Live DJ
Saturday, Oct 11th
10am - Parade
1pm-3pm Lil Kenny & The Heart Breakers
4pm-6pm Amy Nicole Zydeco Soul
7pm-9pm Grand Slam Band
Location: Melville Civic Center grounds
Address: 1105 First Street, Melville
Contact: 337-623-4226
Admission: FREE admission. Carnival rides, food, drinks, t-shirts, and souvenirs are available for a small fee.
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