NEW ROADS-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.