Cajun & Creole Instruments: Accordion
A relatively recent invention, the bellows-driven, vibrating reed squeezebox known as the accordion, was first…
Cajun & Creole Instruments: Fiddle
A bowed string instrument, the fiddle is central to Cajun music's sound, culture, and history. The history of the…
Cajun & Creole Instruments: Frottoir
The frottoir — sometimes spelled froittoir — is a percussive, rhythmic instrument omnipresent in zydeco…
Cajun & Creole Instruments: Triangle
The triangle is a simple, percussive rhythm instrument central to Cajun music. Consisting of two parts, the baton, or…
Craft Breweries & Distilleries in Lafayette
Lafayette and the surrounding region, known as Acadiana, has long been known for its distinctive cuisine, but in the past two decades has established itself in the craft brewing…
Lafayette Weekly
A weekly curated playlist by local musician Philippe Billeaudeaux featuring music by Lafayette, LA musicians with a weekly rundown of live music happening in and around the area…
July Events Spotlight
If you're looking to spend some time in the Hub City and want to know what events are happening in July, you're in the right place. We'll give you a monthly rundown of…
Gardens, Parks & Zoos in Lafayette
Lafayette, Louisiana, offers more than great food and live music. The region is home to beautiful gardens, scenic parks, nature trails, and family-friendly outdoor attractions that…
