5-9pm | Get ready to fête during the 17th Annual Faubourg St. John Merchant’s Bastille Day Block Party. Taking place Saturday, July 13, the neighborhood merchants will have food and beverages for sale alongside an art market. Stop by any time from 5-9 p.m. to enjoy lively French tunes, a costume contest (taking place around 5:30 p.m.), and comraderie with fellow Francophiles. Participants include Café Degas, Faubourg St. John Neighborhood Association, French American Chamber of Commerce Gulf Coast Chapter, Le Ponce, Pal’s Lounge, Swirl Wines, and special food truck guests.