West Jefferson Medical Center is hosting its Eighth Annual Family Fest on Oct. 13-14, behind the hospital, which is located at 920 Avenue B in Marrero.
The event is free and open to all ages.
Starting at 6 p.m. on Oct. 13, guests will enjoy live music by The Topcats, followed by Ryan Foret & The Foret Tradition. On Oct. 14, from 12 noon through 10 p.m., live music will be performed by Mia Kylie Ditta (singing the National Anthem,) The Joey Thomas Band, Aaron Foret, and Junior & Sumtin’ Sneaky.
Participants will also enjoy amusement rides, a Kid Zone, a cruise night (Oct. 13 from 6-11 p.m.), a car and bike show (Oct. 14 from 12 noon-5:30 p.m., a kid’s costume contest (Oct. 14 from 12 noon-2 p.m.), Trunk or Treat (Oct. 14 at 2 p.m.), and more.
Food will be served by various vendors, and beverages will be sold by the West Jefferson Hospital Foundation. Proceeds from the event go toward patient care.
For full details of the event, visit www.wjmc.org/festival.