VERMILION PARISH (GUEYDAN) — This weekend, the “Duck Capital of America” is doing what it does best—throwing a party to celebrate its claim to fame.

The 49th Annual Gueydan Duck Festival is underway in Vermilion Parish, offering fair rides, live music, duck-calling contests, dog trials, and plenty of family fun.

More than just an event, the festival is a vibrant celebration of the area—known as Sportsman's Paradise—and Cajun traditions.

“Afternoon everyone, welcome to the 49th Annual Gueydan Duck Festival,” an announcer called out during Thursday evening's opening ceremonies.

For a full list of Duck Festival events, click here .

“It’s all wonderful—the music, the food, the pageant, the dog trials,” one attendee said.

“Duck Festival is one of the best festivals in the state of Louis

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