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Mary “Lil Mary” Terrio
March 28, 2024
Terrebonne Parish’s very own Rougarou Fest was voted #2 in USA TODAY’s Top 10 Best Cultural Events in the United States!
For the past several weeks, festival-goers across the country voted for their favorite cultural event that the country has to offer– with the Bayou now represented in the #2 spot.
“Cultural festivals celebrate the rich heritages that have shaped the United States, whether through music, visual art, dance, competitions, or sumptuous culinary delights. These vibrant events bridge generations and broaden horizons, and every one of them delivers something special,” reads the article from USA TODAY. “To honor the country’s most remarkable cultural festivals, USA TODAY 10 Best teamed up with a panel of experts to create a list of exceptional nominees. Then, readers voted for their top picks to crown the winners. Here are the 10 best cultural festivals across the United States.”
The Rougarou Fest, as described on the official website, is a “family-friendly festival with a spooky flair that celebrates the rich folklore that exists along the bayous of Southeast Louisiana. It showcases live music, cultural activities, children’s activities, Cajun food, the Krewe Ga Rou parade, and so much more. All proceeds go to the South Louisiana Wetlands Discovery Center, a nonprofit organization that is revolutionizing how we think, teach and learn about Louisiana’s disappearing coast.”
The Rougarou Fest beat our many other famous festivals for a spot in the top three, including the San Fransisco Chinese New Year Festival and Parade, the Albequerque International Balloon Fiesta, the Kutztown Folk Festival, and more.
“We are so honored to be awarded the #2 spot on the list. It feels great to be recognized for this festival,” said Jonathan Foret, Rougarou Fest organizer. “What we hope this will do is encourage people from across the country to come out to Terrebonne Parish and see what makes our culture so special.”
Foret also mentioned that the pressure is now on to make the 2024 Rougarou Fest the best one yet! The upcoming event will take place on October 18, 19, and 20, 2024 in Houma. Stay tuned for more information via their Facebook and website.
