Recognizing the Best in Lafayette’s Hospitality Industry

Lafayette Travel invites the community to submit nominations for the third annual Allons Awards, which honor the outstanding achievements within Lafayette Parish's hospitality industry.

Nominations should highlight contributions made from October 2025 through October 2026 and are open until Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. The categories for nomination include Attraction of the Year, Restaurateur of the Year, Event of the Year, Hospitality Worker of the Year, Social Media Collaborator of the Year, and the Patrick Hardy Inspiration Award.

For category descriptions and to submit nominations, please click here. Supporting materials such as articles, photos, or letters of support may be sent here to strengthen nominations.

“The Allons Awards are a way to recognize and credit individuals and organizations that make Lafayette Parish such a vibrant destination," said Ben Berthelot, President & CEO of Lafayette Travel.

Winners will be announced at the Allons Awards Banquet during Lafayette Travel’s Membership Luncheon on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at Warehouse 535.