The Laurel Valley Acadian Heritage Spring Festival is a lively, family-friendly event held annually on the fourth Sunday in April at the historic Laurel Valley Store & Museum in Thibodaux, Louisiana. This year’s festival is scheduled for April 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Arts & crafts booths showcasing local talent

• Live Cajun music to keep the atmosphere festive

• Authentic Louisiana cuisine and homemade treats

• A charming rural vibe that kids love with goats, chickens, and antique engines

Admission is free, and the whole experience is steeped in Southern hospitality and heritage.