If you're looking to spend some time in the Hub City and want to know what events are happening, you're in the right place. We'll give you a rundown of live music and other events taking place each month in the Happiest City in America.
Performance Series
Back to Top of ListFiery, fearless, and unforgettable—Flamenco Vivo ignites the stage with a powerhouse ensemble of dancers, musicians, and singers. Raw emotion meets stunning precision in a night of bold rhythm, breathtaking athleticism, and dazzling costumes. As America’s premier flamenco…
Chamber Series!
Lafayette Ballet Theatre with Guest Artists from the Cincinnati Ballet, present the enchanting full length story ballet, A Midsummer Night's Dream. Based on William Shakespeare’s comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream weaves a tale of quarrels and reconciliations between Oberon and…
Concert Series
Back to Top of ListWhat’s better than Jill Butler and her Joyride Band lighting up the night with the music of Roberta Flack and Quincy Jones? Not much. Get ready for soul, style, and serious groove at the Theater at Baranco. Jill walked away from the banking board room into a flourishing musical…
Comedy
Back to Top of ListLafayette Comedy presents KYLE KINANE (as seen on Drunk History, Netflix, Comedy Central) on Saturday, March 7 at Club 337 at 7:00 PM. Doors open at 6:30PM VIP Tickets: $42.00 (plus taxes/fees) General Admission: $32.00 (plus taxes/fees) Kyle Kinane is a comedian from Addison…
Lafayette Comedy welcomes the return of wrestling legend MICK FOLEY - "40 Years of Foley" Tour! Tuesday, March 10th at 7:00 p.m. (doors open for 6:30 p.m.) This event will last about 90 minutes total with Q&A. Club 337 inside the Doubletree Hotel Ages 18+ Ticket Information…
Lafayette Comedy presents comedian MIKE CANNON (as seen on MTV2's Guy Code, KFC Radio, Barstool Radio, The Bonfire with Big Jay Oakerson) on Friday, March 13th at 7:30 PM at Club 337 inside the Doubletree Hotel. Doors open at 7:00 PM Ages 18+ Tickets: $20 plus taxes/fees Free…
Glitz & Giggles is a brunch affair hosted by Tyler Arceneaux and Peach Babydoll featuring some of South Louisiana's top stand-up comedians, burlesque, and drag performers. Explore the delicious and affordable menu that Artmosphere has to offer, the only place that can add…
Lafayette Comedy presents Rocky Dale Davis on Thursday, March 19th at 7:30 PM at Club 337. Tickets are on sale for $25 for general admission, $35 VIP (reserved seating in first 3 rows). Doors open at 7:00 PM Show at 7:30 PM Ages 18+ No drink minimum Rocky Dale Davis is a stand up…
SPECIAL EVENT: Lafayette Comedy presents comedian & actor J. Anthony Brown (as seen on Steve Harvey Show, Def Comedy Jam, Showtime at the Apollo, Tyler Perry) on Saturday, March 21st at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are on sale now for $45.00 for General Admission (plus taxes/fees) and…
Club 337 1521 W Pinhook Rd, Lafayette, LA Lafayette Comedy presents JEREMIAH WATKINS (as seen on Dr. Phil Live, Roast Battle, Kill Tony) on March 26, 2026 at Club 337 Tickets are on sale: VIP: $25 (seating in the first 3 rows) (plus taxes/fees) GA: $20 (plus taxes/fees) Doors at…
Annual Festivals
Back to Top of ListA springtime site for sore eyes since the 1930s, Lafayette's Azalea Trail meanders its way through twenty-five miles of the city's historic and garden districts. In the '80s Southern Living magazine dubbed the trail one of the "Top 20 Tourist Destinations in the South," and in…
- Zoosiana (Zoo Of Acadiana)
- Recurring every week day
Celebrate spring with Zoosiana at EggstravaganZoo, all March long 2026! This festive event features daily events, such as an Easter-themed scavenger hunt, candy giveaways, photo opportunities, and new wild weekend-only activities, including photos with the Easter Bunny, activity…
- Recurring on the 1st Saturday of March
Calling all carnivores! This long-running annual event is sponsored by the St. Landry Parish Cattleman’s Association, Cattlewomen and LA Beef Industry Council. The cook-off features some of the best food from the area’s greatest cooks, weekend chefs and aspiring culinary artists…
Plein air painters will be outdoors in the Shadows-on-the-Teche gardens, along Main Street, on Avery Island and other areas around Acadiana for visitors to view. Free paint-out, art exhibit, awards ceremony, and silent auction. Paintings will be on display and available for…
Join us for the 12th Annual Zydeco Marathon! In the heart of downtown Lafayette, Louisiana, this marathon brings fun, culture, and excitement together all weekend long for an event you’ll remember for years. Zydeco Marathon is USATF certified for accuracy and is a qualifying…
Celtic Bayou Festival is the BEST Celtic music festival in the South! Join us March 13-14, 2026, at Chez La Fête & Parc Putnam as we celebrate St. Patrick's Day in downtown Lafayette, LA. CBF's mission is to preserve, protect & promote Irish, Irish American, and other…
Student Arts Expo Annual Celebration of AcA’s Arts in Education Partnership with Lafayette Parish School System AcA Whole Building
Louisiana Comic Con is a two-day event held at the CAJUNDOME Convention Center that brings together a diverse list of guests, vendors, artists, and fan groups in an affordable, family-friendly environment. For tickets, click here.
Lafayette Travel and the Bayou Vermilion District have partnered to create the Vermilion Voyage, a three-day overnight paddle down the Bayou Vermilion launching from the Acadiana Park Nature Station to Palmetto Island State Park. Participants will have the rare opportunity to…
A celebration of Cajun, Creole & Motown culture with live music and historic home tours. Tickets are $15 for Friday; $20 for Saturday; or $30 for the whole weekend. 2026 Schedule of Performers Friday Nickerson Stage 6:00p–7:15p — Steve Riley & the Mamou Playboys…
Patty In The Parc is an annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration located in Downtown Lafayette at Parc International. Every year Patty In The Parc provides top notch entertainment as well as great food and drinks making it the St. Patrick's Day destination for you and your crew…
- Recurring on the 3rd Saturday of March
The Washington Community Festival is an effort to revitalize the former Catfish Festival which was historically held in the steamboat town. It will take place on March 19 along Washington’s Main Street from 10am to 9pm. The event will host three blocks of vendors, live music, an…
3 Cooking Divisions Seafood, Meat & Wild Game Winners: 1st and 2nd place in each division, people's choice overall, and Grand Champion by most points earned overall Cooking Details: Contestants should cook a minimum of 5 gallons. Contestants will be responsible for booth set…
- Recurring on the 4th Saturday of March
This event features professional and amateur cooks vying for the title of "World Champion." This has got to be one of the best ways to taste crawfish in Louisiana. Teams compete to see who can cook the best crawfish etouffee in three categories: Amateur, Professional and…
- Girard Park
- Recurring on the last Saturday of March
HOLI is a colorful festival that is open to everyone and is held annually at Girard Park in Lafayette. Highlights of the festival include music with a live DJ, dance, performances, drummer (Dholi), exchange of colors, and lots of delicious Indian food for all to enjoy! Acadiana…
Special Events
Back to Top of ListThe Toughest Monster Truck Tour returns to the CAJUNDOME Saturday, March 14! The Toughest Monster Truck Tour has several of the nation’s best monster trucks and more, plus Freestyle Motocross! Six monster trucks will compete on an all-dirt track in the wheelie, racing and…
A celebration of Cajun, Creole & Motown culture with live music and historic home tours. Tickets are $15 for Friday; $20 for Saturday; or $30 for the whole weekend. 2026 Schedule of Performers Friday Nickerson Stage 6:00p–7:15p — Steve Riley & the Mamou Playboys…
Sports
Back to Top of List- Recurring monthly on the 1st Saturday
LWA presents Saturday Night Heat on March 8, 2025 at The Pit at EPIC in Scott, La Pro wrestling is back in Acadiana
UL Lafayette home game at M.L. Tigue Moore Field at Russo Park!
UL Lafayette home game at M.L. Tigue Moore Field at Russo Park!
- Recurring daily
UL Lafayette home game at M.L. Tigue Moore Field at Russo Park!
UL Lafayette home game at M.L. Tigue Moore Field at Russo Park!
UL Lafayette home game at M.L. Tigue Moore Field at Russo Park!
- Recurring daily
UL Lafayette home game at M.L. Tigue Moore Field at Russo Park!
Art Exhibitions
Back to Top of List- Hilliard Art Museum
- Recurring weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
New York-based Icelandic artist Hrafnhildur Arnardóttir creates a monumental “Nervescape” that transforms the museum into a fictional forest of brilliant blues, shocking pinks and electric yellows. Known for her sculptures and site-specific instillations that blur the boundaries…
Recurring Events
Back to Top of List- City of Scott
- Recurring monthly on the 1st Thursday
Rosary will be held at 10am every first Thursday of the month.
- NUNU Arts and Culture Collective
- Recurring monthly on the 1st Saturday
Connecting tribes one table at a time. Together we share and learn about indigenous heritage. Hosted by Clovis "Joe" Billiot, Debra Cooper Billiot, and Biloxi-Chitimacha (Tribal Member).
- City of Broussard
- Recurring monthly on the 2nd Friday
Practice your French at the historic home of Valsin Broussard, founder of the City of Broussard. Whether you speak French fluently or you hardly know a word, there is a seat for you at our French table, guided by Marie Ducote with Cajun Food Tours. Sign up today at…
- Downtown Development Authority/Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
- Recurring monthly on the 2nd Saturday
ArtWalk Lafayette occurs every second Saturday in Downtown Lafayette. The monthly event features exhibits, live music, theatrical performances, and immersive art experiences in the shops, galleries, museums, and streets of Downtown Lafayette. To keep up with the different events…
- Vermilionville Living History Museum & Folklife Park
- Recurring monthly on the last Monday
Join us for our free cultural film series, Les Vues, held the last Monday of the month. Les Vues is curated by filmmakers and enthusiasts, statewide. Films range from features to documentaries focusing on various aspects of culture. Following the screenings, a curator conducts an…
- Recurring monthly on the last Saturday
Our goal of the Makers Market is to provide a place for St. Landry makers to display and sell their creations. We want to showcase a well-curated collection of makers with locally handcrafted goods, the best homegrown entertainment, chefs & bakers offering mouthwatering…