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Lafayette is a flavorful combination of spirited festivals, savory cuisine, outdoor activities, breath-taking scenery and a rich cultural history. Our unique cultural atmosphere combines with a strong work ethic to make your event the best ever.
We know why Lafayette, LA is on your radar. We do things just a little differently than everyone else. We understand the delicate balance between business and pleasure so much so that we’ve coined the term work hard, play hard. On any night of the week you can listen to live music and sample some of our unique cuisine while sipping on a Sweet Crude Rouler that will have your taste buds dancing as much as your feet. No matter what time of year you’re looking to plan your meeting in Cajun & Creole Country, there's always something to celebrate.
Lafayette offers a variety of venues and accommodations to fit every budget. For large events, the Cajundome Convention Center has approximately 100,000 square feet of total meeting space on two levels. As for hotels, Lafayette has over 5,000 sleeping rooms in inventory.
With a central location, world-class facilities, first-class accommodations, and a business and technology-oriented atmosphere, Lafayette will not only meet your expectations, but exceed them as well.
Helping our partners plan successful meetings is our job, day in and day out. Helping you have the time of your life once the business is over is our passion.
Lafayette, LA is ready to assist you with all your meeting needs. We can help arrange all the details of your meeting tour by putting you in contact with ground service companies…
Lafayette's blog showcasing the food, music, culture and history at the heart of Cajun & Creole Country.
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The city of Lafayette, LA is located in the center of Lafayette Parish at the intersection of I-10 and I-49 between New Orleans and Houston and only 35 miles north of the Gulf of Mexico.
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