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September 1 - Delcambre Seafood & Farmers Market - On the first Saturday of each month, 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 & Pavilion, 605 S. Railroad St., Delcambre, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., (800) 884-6120 ext. 6, Website, Facebook

September 1 - LA Braham Association Cattle Show - Cattle are exhibited by leading them into an arena using a halter. The handler carries a large comb to brush their hair, and cattle stick to adjust the hoof position to aid in the presentation of the animal's posture. The judge evaluates each animal and chooses a winner. SugArena @ Acadiana Fairgrounds, 713 N.W. Bypass (Hwy. 3212), New Iberia, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., (337) 365-7539, Website, Facebook

September 1 - Beats on the Bayou - Sideshow - With their high energy and great stage presence, Sideshow plays a variety of music from 70's Swamp Pop to 80's Funk. Tickets are $10 and admission is open to the public. If you are staying at the Isle entertainment is included. Isle of Iberia RV Resort, 911 N.W. Bypass (Hwy. 3212), New Iberia, 6-9 p.m., (337) 365-6197, Website, Facebook

September 1 - 2 - Kaycee Fishing Rodeo - Salt water fishing rodeo. Inside, Kayak and Kids divisions. Cash prizes for Inside and Kayak divisions. Blessing of the Fleet Saturday Sept 1 at 6 a.m. at the pavilion. Fais-do-do Saturday night 6:30-9:30 p.m. Scales open at noon on Saturday and Sunday and close at 6 p.m. Saturday and 3:30 p.m. on Sunday. Awards Sunday 4:30 p.m. Adult $15. Kids $5. Cypremort Point State Park, 306 Beach Ln., Cypremort Point, 6 a.m.-5 p.m., (337) 578-5671, Facebook

September 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29 - Teche Area Farmers Market - Every Tuesday and Saturday. 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

September 5, 12, 19, 26 - GLC Farmers Market - Every Wednesday. 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, 6110 Loreauville Rd., New Iberia, 2-6 p.m., (337) 577-9160, Website , Facebook

September 6 - 16 - IPAL Presents "Death in England" - Live theatre production, concessions. Iberia Performing Arts League/Essanee Theatre (IPAL), 126 Iberia St., New Iberia, Thurs-Sat 7:30-9 p.m. & Sun 3-6 p.m., (337) 364-6114, Website, Facebook

September 7 - 8 - Lydia Cajun Food Fest - Family event with Cajun food, bands, car show, carnival rides, poker run, arts and crafts. Fundraiser for Lydia Cancer Association to help cancer patients in South Acadiana. Weeks Park, 4412 Weeks Parks Rd., Lydia, (337) 367-1192, Website

September 8 - Beats on the Bayou - Dustin Sonnier - Dustin Sonnier and The Wanted is a variety band with a great selection of original music that leans towards Classic Country, Southern Rock, with a touch of Cajun and Zydeco thrown in that is sure to please any and all tastes in live music. Tickets are $10 and admission is open to the public. If you are staying at the Isle entertainment is included. Isle of Iberia RV Resort, 911 N.W. Bypass (Hwy. 3212), New Iberia, 6-9 p.m., (337) 365-6197, Website, Facebook

September 9 - Ranch Sorting - Ranch Sorting is performed between two pens. At the beginning, there are 10 calves at the end of one of the pens with numbers on their sides for identification. The judge raises the flag and when the riders cross the gap between the two pens the clock starts and the competition begins. The team of two riders have to move the cattle one at a time from one pen to the other in numerical order, starting with a random number called by the judge. The fastest time wins. If a calf gets from one pen to the other out of order, then the team is disqualified. A great event for the whole family. SugArena @ Acadiana Fairgrounds, 713 N.W. Bypass (Hwy. 3212), New Iberia, noon-8 p.m., (337) 365-7539, Website, Facebook

September 11 - Patriot Day Ceremony - A celebration honoring patriots who serve our country with a patriotic concert by the Iberia Community Band. Steamboat Pavilion at Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, 6-8 p.m., (337) 344-9397

September 15 - Konriko Craft & Food Fair - Local art and handcrafted items as well as local food items and seafood. Free face painting for the kids. The Konriko ® Company Store will be showing their 20 minute video presentation on the Cajun Culture free of charge all day long. Konriko® Company Store/Conrad Rice Mill, 307 Ann St., New Iberia, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., (337) 364-7243, Website, Facebook

September 22 - Acadiana Hope's Kids Cancer Walk - Kid and family event. Games, police car and fire truck on display. Snacks and prizes for all. Registration for teams of 10 or more $100, individuals $20, children 16 & under $10, children under 5 free. New Iberia City Park, 300 Parkview Dr., New Iberia, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., (337) 230-6730, Website

September 22 - Delcambre Shrimp Boat Boogie - Seasonal market. Bayou Carlin Cove Boat Landing & Pavilion, 605 S. Railroad St., Delcambre, 5-8 p.m., (800) 884-6120 ext. 6, Website, Facebook

September 22 - Cajun French Music Festival - Les Cadiens du Teche (Cajun French Music Assoc.) music festival. Live music by Wallace Trahan Rice and Gravy, and food available for purchase. $10 admission. La Louisiane Banquet Hall, 5509 Hwy. 14, New Iberia, 6-10 p.m., (337) 277-1188, Website

September 24 - 29 - Pete deGravelles Sugar Tour - In recognition of the Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival, Shadows-on-the-Teche will present tours focusing on the early history of the sugar industry in southern Louisiana. Tours will be held during operating hours. Regular rates apply. Shadows-on-the-Teche, 317 E. Main St., New Iberia, 10 a.m.-3:15 p.m., (337) 369-6446, Website, Facebook

September 26 - Bayou Sara: Used to Be - Anne Butler will discuss her book, Bayou Sara: Used to Be. Learn about the ghost town of St. Francisville bluff and one of the most important ports on the Mississippi River. A book signing will follow the presentation. This history talk is being held free of charge and is suitable for an adult audience. Seating may be limited and is taken on a first come, first serve basis. Jeanerette Museum, 500 E. Main St., Jeanerette, 6-8 p.m., (337) 276-4408, Website, Facebook

September 27 - Shadows-on-the-Teche Farm Fest - The Shadows is partnering with Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival Association to bring you Farm Fest! Family fun, live entertainment, food and drinks. Fun activities include a petting zoo, games, and prizes. Decorate your own sugar cookie, participate in the Cup Cake Walk, and win prizes at The Sugar Cube Sweepstakes! Musical entertainment provided by "2 in the Chamber." Shadows-on-the-Teche, 317 E. Main St., New Iberia, 4-8:30 p.m., (337) 369-6446, Website, Facebook

September 27 - 30 - Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival - Celebrate the Louisiana sugar cane industry with parades, carnival, live Cajun and Zydeco music, car show, sugar cookery and artistry competitions, horticulture show, pageantry and more. Various venues in New Iberia, New Iberia, (337) 369-9323, Website, Facebook

September 29 - Acadiana Barrel Racing Association - Barrel racing is a rodeo event in which a horse and rider attempt to complete a cloverleaf pattern around preset barrels in the fastest time. Concession available. SugArena @ Acadiana Fairgrounds, 713 N.W. Bypass (Hwy. 3212), New Iberia, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., (337) 365-7539, Website, Facebook

September 29 - Viola Fontenot Book Signing - Viola Fontenot will be autographing her book "A Cajun Girl's Sharecropping Years." Books Along the Teche, 106 E. Main St., New Iberia, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., (337) 367-7621, Facebook

September 29 - Shadows Community Day - In the spirit of the Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival and as a thank you for your support throughout the year, admission will be free after noon. Guided tours begin 15 minutes after the hour. Last tour of the day begins at 3:15 p.m. Shadows-on-the-Teche, 317 E. Main St., New Iberia, noon-4 p.m., (337) 369-6446, Website, Facebook