Donuts are a breakfast staple spanning communities, breakrooms, coffee shops, and early morning meetings no matter where you reside in the US. Nothing awakens the senses like the smell of a freshly fried donut. Who can pass that up? Of course, Lafayette has plenty of bakeries and donut shops…
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The original Pine Leaf Boys will reunite for a 20th-anniversary performance at the Hideaway on Lee Thursday night. Accordionist Wilson Savoy and fiddler Cedric Watson formed the group in 2003 with guitarist Jon Bertrand. Since then, the group has released GRAMMY-nominated albums and toured the…
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If you're looking to spend some time in the Hub City and want to know what events are happening in September, you're in the right place. We'll give you a monthly rundown of live music and other events taking place each month in the Happiest City in America. Concert Series | Wednesdays, Thursdays…
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River Ranch is a planned community in the heart of Lafayette, LA. The traditional neighborhood development features more than 900 households in two districts, each with a park, shopping district, and hiking and biking trails. The original Town Center's trademark gazebo and lawn space are perfect for…
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We've partnered with the University of Louisiana at Lafayette (UL Lafayette) to create a Welcome Guide for the incoming University of Louisiana at Lafayette students. The Student Welcome Guide is a one-stop resource for incoming students to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette that includes…
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Lafayette is a foodie town, dishing out authentic cuisine with plenty of flavor and without pretension. Cajun cuisine was created by French Acadian immigrants in the 1700s who relied on shrimp, crawfish, sausage, rice and a “holy trinity” of green bell pepper, onion and celery. Today locals honor…
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The fun never stops in Lafayette, a Cajun and Creole city rich in culture, history, and food. And that includes Sundays. You'll find our outstanding cuisine, live music, dance floors, and unique natural environment waiting for your weekend visit. Check out our suggestions on Sunday activities and…
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Hey there, all you convivial canines! As the official "dogger" (i.e., doggy blogger) for Lafayette Travel, I'm panting with excitement to tell you that not only is Lafayette the Happiest City in America for humans, it's pretty tail-wagging welcoming for us 4-legged visitors as well. There are…
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Lafayette is flush with new happenings, from hip restaurants opening, to more ways to enjoy the outdoors. Check out what’s new in Lafayette. Let’s Eat Whiskey & Vine’s a one-stop shop for those who love an evening of smooth live music, a classic cocktail, or a glass of boutique wine with their fine…
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Come out, come out, wherever you are! Summer has ceased, and fall is fresh! With cooler temperatures and oh-so-many fun and exciting things to do, fall in Lafayette is prime time for festivals, food, music, cultural events, and outdoor activities. Join us, and we guarantee you will fall in love with…
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