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

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Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana Mar 10

Fiery, 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…

A Midsummer Night's Dream Mar 21

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

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Jill Butler's Tribute to Roberta Flack & Quincy Jones Mar 20

What’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…

JON PARDI Mar 21

w/Special Guests Ashley Cooke and Zach John King Jon Pardi is turning the heat up on his Honkytonk Hollywood Tour with four new arena stops set for March 2026 — and he’s bringing along the kind of lineup that feels like a guaranteed good night. Joining Pardi on these newly…

Kyle Kinane Mar 07

Lafayette 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…

Mike Cannon Mar 13

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 - A Brunch Affair Mar 15

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…

Rocky Dale Davis Mar 19

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…

J Anthony Brown Mar 21

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…

Jeremiah Watkins Mar 26

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

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Azalea Trail of Lafayette Mar 07

A 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…

EggstravaganZoo Mar 09

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…

Here's the Beef Cookoff Mar 07
  • 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…

Teche Plein Air Competition Mar 07

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…

Zydeco Marathon and Half Marathon Mar 07

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 Mar 13

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…

Sterling Grove Festival Mar 20

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 Mar 14

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…

Washington Community Festival Mar 21
  • 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…

Cajun Eats & Beausoleil Festival Mar 28

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…

World Championship Crawfish Étouffée Cook-Off Mar 28
  • 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…

Lafayette Holi Festival Mar 28

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

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Toughest Monster Truck Tour Mar 14

The 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…

Sterling Grove Festival Mar 20

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…

Art Exhibitions

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Nervescape XI: Hrafnhildur Arnardóttir Mar 07

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

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French Table at Valsin Broussard House Mar 13

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…

Opelousas Makers Market Mar 28
  • 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…