The Pointe Coupee Chamber of Commerce is introducing a new fall event - Rockin’ and Roastin' on the River - scheduled for Friday, Sept. 28, and Saturday, Sept. 29, in downtown New Roads on Morrison Parkway.

This event will be the first ever officially sanctioned barbecue cook-off in the area with fun activities for the entire family.  

The celebration begins Sept. 28 with live music by Dale Sellars & the Back Roads Band from 6:30-9:30 p.m

A “Smoke on the Water" lighted boat parade starts at 8 p.m.

On Saturday, Sept. 29, the day starts at 8 a.m. with the area's first ever officially sanctioned BBQ cook-off.

There will also be live entertainment on Saturday that kicks off at 9:30 a.m. and doesn't end until 4 p.m.

Attendees will enjoy food, drinks and fun both days!

CALLING ALL KIDS - On Saturday, fun jumps will be featured from 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. and a Kids Fishing Tournament starts at 8 a.m. and ends at 11 a.m. - it will be a blast! 

The inaugural Rockin' and Roastin' on the River appeals to people of all ages and will feature a variety of arts, crafts and home-made goodies available all day Saturday, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Be sure to buy your chance to win a BBQ pit or Cypress rocker in a raffle drawing to be held Saturday.

All are welcome to come out and join in the fun on Morrison Parkway, Sept. 28-29, at New Roads' inaugural Rockin' and Roastin' on the River event.

For information about vendor booths or general event info, contact Kelly Smith at 225-638-3500.

Also, check out the Greater Pointe Coupee Chamber of Commerce website for details or register to compete in the BBQ Cook-Off by visiting www.pcchamber.org.