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July Events Spotlight

If you're looking to spend some time in the Hub City and want to know what events are happening in July, 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…

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New Restaurants Open in Lafayette

Lafayette restaurateurs can give themselves a pat on the back for opening so many new eateries in town over the past year. From breweries to soda fountains, there’s a new spot for everyone. Check out these new restaurants in and around Lafayette Parish! Don't see your new favorite restaurant on the…

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Plate Lunch Trail

Though most visitors to Lafayette might sooner associate the area with our more famed Cajun and Creole culinary fare (jambalaya, crawfish, and gumbo), it is the rice and gravy-centric plate lunch that fuels the people of Louisiana’s Acadiana region. Consisting of meat, a gravy-covered starch, a pair…

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Festival International Field Guide

Each spring, Downtown Lafayette comes alive with the sights, sounds, and flavors of Festival International de Louisiane, the largest free Francophone festival in the U.S. This five-day event transforms the city into a global stage, where music, art, and culture from around the world take center…

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Biggest Spring Events in Lafayette

As the chilly air turns into a warm breeze, there's no better time to get out and about in Lafayette than spring. Like the flowers, celebrations of Cajun culture, food, and music bloom during the springtime and color the calendar with some of the city's finest annual events. If you can smell the…

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Unique Venues to Meet in Lafayette

The venue can make all the difference when planning a meeting, conference, or special event. Lafayette, Louisiana, offers a variety of unique and inspiring spaces showcasing the region’s rich history, culture, and hospitality. Whether you're looking for a historic setting, a lively entertainment…

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Mardi Gras Frequently Asked Questions

South Louisiana is home to the greatest free party on earth, a colorful celebration known as Mardi Gras. In Lafayette, LA, residents celebrate in many ways, including the traditional courir de Mardi Gras; parades with marching bands, beads, and doubloons; Mardi Gras Indians with elaborate dancing…

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Gluten Free: Sweet & Savory

Lafayette, Louisiana, is a food lover's paradise, but finding suitable options can sometimes feel challenging for those with dietary restrictions. Lafayette's gluten-free and vegan culinary scene has blossomed, with many local restaurants offering dishes or menus catering to these needs. From…

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GRAMMYs in Acadiana: Music Goldmine

GRAMMY award-winning and nominated musicians from Acadiana Music has been the soul of Acadiana since the area's humble beginnings, with a melting pot of Cajuns, Creoles, European, and Native American cultures inspiring fresh new sounds. South Louisiana has fostered folk music, country, rock, rhythm…

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