ST. MARY PARISH — Lawrence Park in Morgan City is set to transform this Thursday for the 90th Louisiana Shrimp and Petroleum Festival, drawing thousands of visitors for five days of music, food, rides, and community events.

Mayor Lee Dragna described the festival setup, saying, “Right here would be the big band stage, the dance floor is gonna show up, they’ll have a couple booths here, ones like a beer booth, and this spot is gonna be big, not small but big.”

Dragna emphasized the scope of the festival, noting, “Hotels are full, restaurants are full, this whole area that you see here will be transformed in two days time into something unbelievable.” The annual event is known for bringing people together and energizing the downtown area.

Festival President Charlie Solar, who has served o

See Full Page