RANCHO CORDOVA — Get ready to let the good times roll as the Crawfish and Catfish Festival returns to Rancho Cordova on Saturday, September 27, filling the KP International Market with authentic Louisiana flavor, music, and culture from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The event, presented by Louisiana Sue and Fleur de Lis Charities, is a free-admission block party that celebrates the spirit of Louisiana with traditional foods, live music, dancing, and family fun. Guests can expect the heart and soul of Cajun and Creole cooking, from classic crawfish boils to fried catfish, gumbo, etouffee, tamales, tacos, sushi rolls, and even grilled alligator. Dozens of food vendors will be on site, including Louisiana Heaven, Lizetta’s Southern Soul Food & BBQ, NorCal Tacos, Savory Dave BBQ, Shaniya’s, The Truck 707, Shea Butta Pudding Co., and more.
This year’s festival carries a deep history. The very first Crawdad Festival was born in 1986 after a meeting between Louisiana Sue and Isleton Hotel’s Charlie Hand. What began as a small Father’s Day weekend street party quickly grew, and by 1988, more than 100,000 people were flocking to the Delta for the annual tradition. Rancho Cordova’s celebration continues that legacy, bringing people together with food, music, and a festive Louisiana atmosphere…