Fête-Dieu du Teche Eucharistic Boat Procession

August 15 is a very special day in Acadiana. For those in the Roman Catholic Church, it is the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. For this same reason, it is also a day that should resonate within the hearts of all those who embrace their Acadian heritage. In celebration, a Eucharistic procession takes place along Bayou Teche from Leonville to St. Martinville, retracing the voyage of the Acadians over 250 years ago. During this procession, 50 boats will disembark at 9:30am and travel along Bayou Teche. The 40-mile procession will make several stops along the way for a recitation of the Rosary and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.

This year, the procession will start in Franklin, travel up the Bayou Teche, and end in New Iberia.

Families are encouraged to register a family boat or gather as a family at one or more of the stops along the procession route. You can register your boat here.

Find overnight lodging here and explore the area.