NEW IBERIA EVENTS FIELD GUIDE
Paddle to the Party: A Two‑Hour Floating Parade Down Bayou Teche (Oct. 18 — $35–$50)
Join Pack & Paddle’s “Paddle to the Party” — a 2‑hour, music‑escorted floating parade on Bayou Teche; this guide lays out meeting, rental and shuttle details to keep your outing seamless.
Paddle to the Party: A Two‑Hour Floating Parade Down Bayou Teche (Oct. 18 — $35–$50).
The Shake Your Trail Feather On Site Rentals experience drops you into a lively, communal paddle: a band‑escorted floating parade down Bayou Teche that lasts roughly two hours. It’s equal parts scenic river run and social procession, best enjoyed when you arrive prepared with your reserved craft and a shuttle plan in place.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A floating parade with live music on Bayou Teche
At 10 a.m. a band aboard a barge escorts paddlers as they float together down Bayou Teche, creating a parade atmosphere that lasts about two hours — part river trip, part festival.
On‑site kayak rentals — solo and tandem options
Pack & Paddle offers on‑site rentals for the event: solo kayaks for $35 and two‑person kayaks for $50; pick up your reserved boat at the meet point before launch.
Plan your shuttle — vehicles aren’t shuffled for you
Organizers advise planning a car shuttle or using the festival shuttle; Pack & Paddle will not provide transportation back to your vehicle, so arranging a drop‑off or using the festival shuttle keeps your return simple.
What the day feels like
What it feels like on the water
You’ll slip into a kayak at the designated put‑in, join other paddlers as a barge‑mounted band sets the tempo, and drift down Bayou Teche for about two hours in parade formation — a social, scenic paddle where the soundtrack moves with you.
THE SCENE
A floating parade with live music on Bayou Teche
At 10 a.m. a band aboard a barge escorts paddlers as they float together down Bayou Teche, creating a parade atmosphere that lasts about two hours — part river trip, part festival.
THE RENTAL
On‑site kayak rentals — solo and tandem options
Pack & Paddle offers on‑site rentals for the event: solo kayaks for $35 and two‑person kayaks for $50; pick up your reserved boat at the meet point before launch.
THE LOGISTICS
Plan your shuttle — vehicles aren’t shuffled for you
Organizers advise planning a car shuttle or using the festival shuttle; Pack & Paddle will not provide transportation back to your vehicle, so arranging a drop‑off or using the festival shuttle keeps your return simple.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Meet between 9:15 and 9:45 a.m. at Poches Meat Market & Restaurant to pick up your reserved boat; the parade launch is scheduled for 10:00 a.m.
Bring weather‑appropriate clothing, a secure container for essentials, water, and any personal flotation devices or footwear you prefer; plan your shuttle or parking in advance since return transport is not provided by the operator.
Rental rates for the event are $35 for a solo kayak and $50 for a two‑person kayak; the festival shuttle (if used) carries a small fee of roughly $5–$10 payable on the day.
The event is run through Pack & Paddle; reach out to them with booking questions or last‑minute clarifications.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When does the floating parade start and how long is it?
The parade begins at 10:00 a.m. and is a roughly two‑hour paddle down Bayou Teche.
Where do I pick up my reserved boat?
Pick up reserved boats between 9:15 and 9:45 a.m. at Poches Meat Market & Restaurant (3015 Main Hwy # A, Breaux Bridge, LA).
How much do rentals cost?
Solo kayaks are $35 and two‑person kayaks are $50 for the event.
Will Pack & Paddle drive me back to my car?
No — Pack & Paddle does not provide transportation back to vehicles; you should plan a car shuttle or use the festival shuttle to have your car waiting at the finish.
Is there a shuttle option?
Yes — you can park at the festival grounds (Park de Ponts Breaux) and take the festival shuttle up to Poche’s put‑in; the shuttle charges a small fee of approximately $5–$10, paid on the day.
Who operates the event?
The event and on‑site rentals are handled by Pack & Paddle.