Delcambre Shrimp FestivalThe town of Delcambre, Louisiana, located about 20 miles
southwest of Lafayette, is home to one of the area's most productive shrimp fleets. The town devotes an entire weekend to honor this economic lifeblood. Events include a shrimp cook-off, queens pageants, fais-do-do's, food booths, carnival rides, and the blessing of the shrimp boat fleet. There's plenty of fun for "kids" of all ages and lots to see, hear, and EAT ! FOOD AND DRINKS Boiled shrimp, fried shrimp, shrimp sauce piquante and many more shrimp dishes Hamburgers and hotdogs, cold beer, cold drinks and water Souvenirs - t-shirts, hats, posters, etc. Map * From New Iberia, La - take La. Hwy 14 (west) to Delcambre.
* From Lafayette, La - take US Hwy 90 (east) to New Iberia, then go west along La. Hwy 14 to Delcambre. * From Abbeville, La - take Hwy 14 (east) to Delcambre. Festival grounds are located on the south side of La Hwy 14 and just west of the 4-lane draw bridge. |
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