Most people think of Mardi Gras as our season of merriment before Lent. Still, many of our traditions, such as the sweet and decorative king cake, actually begin with Christmas. King cakes date back to 12th century France when a cake was baked on the eve of Jan. 6 with a small token hidden inside…
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For more than four decades, muralist Robert Dafford has been transforming blank walls into stories that line city blocks. His work spans continents, but much of his heart and brushstrokes remain rooted in Lafayette and the culture of Acadiana. “I’ve always been drawn to big scale,” he says. “When…
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Fall is one of the best times to experience Lafayette, Louisiana, when cooler temperatures and a lively events calendar highlight the city's Cajun and Creole culture. Known as the “Happiest City in America,” Lafayette offers an authentic mix of food, music, art, and outdoor adventure that captures…
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In the heart of Lafayette’s Freetown neighborhood, inside a studio layered with decades of creativity, Francis Pavy has been quietly shaping the visual soul of South Louisiana. Since the 1980s, Pavy has been creating bold, narrative-driven works inspired by the music, folklore, and lived experiences…
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Fall is the perfect time to experience the Happiest City in America - Lafayette, Louisiana. As the weather cools, the city comes alive with festivals, outdoor concerts, and unforgettable culinary experiences. From Zydeco and Latin music celebrations to boudin cook-offs and craft beer tastings…
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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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Libations. Spirits. Cocktails. Drinks. Aperitif. Whatever you call it, liquid concoctions of booze, fruit, herbs, and other flavors can elevate any outing. Bartenders and mixologists are becoming more playful and adventurous on their bar menus. There's something for everyone, from old-school…
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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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Since the very first Festival International de Louisiane in 1986 photographer Philip Gould has captured moments that show how the unique festival has grown to become one of the largest non-ticketed Francophone events in the world. We have partnered with him to showcase some his most memorable…
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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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