The 15th annual Swamp Writers Festival takes place January 15–19, 2025, at the Bait Shack on 30A. Featuring performances by over a dozen local and regional musicians, this five-day music festival celebrates the spirit of Louisiana with free entry and no cover. Hosted by Stinky’s Fish Camp in Dune Allen, the event offers great music in a coastal setting near the beach and a Coastal Dune Lake.