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Sports Bars in Lafayette

Sports bring people together, and the most die-hard fans never forget where they were when their team won the World Series, the Super Bowl or the local tournament. Here in Lafayette, the Ragin’ Cajuns kick off at Our Lady of Lourdes Stadium, LSU plays an hour up on I-10 in Baton Rouge, and by Sunday…

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September Events Spotlight

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…

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Bakeries in Lafayette

The people of Lafayette love themselves a good pastry. Or a petit four or king cake when in season. Acadiana‘s love for carbohydrates goes beyond just rice, and the bakeries across town reflect that. From flaky breakfast goodies to special-occasion cakes and sweetly glazed desserts, Lafayette has a…

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Authentic Cajun & Creole Experiences in Lafayette

One of the best things about visiting Lafayette is that you don't have to settle for simply seeing the culture. You can immerse yourself in it. Instead of watching musicians from the audience, you might find yourself dancing or at a jam session. Rather than reading about Cajun and Creole traditions…

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New Restaurants Open in Lafayette

Lafayette’s dining scene continues to grow, with a wave of new restaurants opening across the community. From a Brazilian steakhouse and Sicilian-inspired concepts to neighborhood bakeries, sports bars, Mexican restaurants, pizza spots, brunch favorites, and even a loaded mac and cheese bar, these…

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Dwayne Dopsie

For Dwayne Dopsie, zydeco music has never been something separate from life; it’s been part of it from the very beginning. Growing up in a legendary musical family, he spent his childhood watching his father, Rockin’ Dopsie Sr., and his brother, Rockin’ Dopsie Jr., perform. By the age of four, he…

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Lafayette's Summertime Guide

Summer in Lafayette is more than a season. It’s long days, cold drinks, live music drifting through the air, and time spent outdoors or somewhere cool when the heat kicks in. Whether you're paddling a bayou, dancing to live music, or enjoying a great meal with family and friends, Lafayette is your…

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It's Crawfish Season, Y'all!

Crawfish, also known as crayfish, crawdads or mudbugs to some visitors, are freshwater crustaceans found in the swamps and marshes of south Louisiana. Crawfish have become as much a staple of Cajun & Creole culinary culture as the accordion or fiddle is to our music. The crawfish season differs from…

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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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