August 2025
Fête-Dieu du Teche Eucharistic Boat Procession
This 40-mile procession along the Bayou Teche commemorates the journey of the Acadians over 250 years ago.
Zydeco Unplugged
Learn about the history and culture surrounding zydeco music with this day of presentations on genealogy, the French language, and music instruments like the accordion, rubboard, and drums.
Original Southwest LA Zydeco Music Festival
The Original Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Music Festival is the perfect opportunity to dance to your favorite zydeco musicians.
September 2025
Le Grand Hoorah
Lakeview Park & Beach in Eunice hosts Le Grand Hoorah Festival. Enjoy a boucherie and Cajun and zydeco bands all day long with Steve Riley, Horace Trahan, the Pine Leaf Boys, and more.
October 2025
Tour du Teche 135
Paddle down the Bayou Teche in this three-day race from Port Barre to Berwick. Get your canoe, kayak, or pirogue ready.
Creole Culture Day
The 3rd Annual Creole Culture Day honors the past and looks to the future of Creole culture in Louisiana, emphasizing the enduring importance of the French language. With free admission and food, it’s an inclusive celebration for all to enjoy.
Semi-Annual Antique Fair & Yard Sale
Shop for bargains, food, and vintage items from over 200 vendors at the Old Schoolhouse Antique Fair in Washington.
Louisiana Orphan Train Annual Gathering
Trace the history of the Louisiana Orphan Train riders at this museum event. Hear their stories from their descendants and tour the museum.
Blackpot Camp
Work with professional Cajun and Creole musicians and cooks with a loose-festival atmosphere at the Blackpot Camp in Eunice.
Louisiana Mosquito Festival
Celebrate Louisiana's unofficial state bird, the mosquito, with live music, vendors, a cook-off, blood drive, and kid's activities like fun jumps and arts & crafts.
Sweet Dough Pie Festival
Head to Grand Coteau to shop local vendors and taste the best sweet dough pies around.
Halloween Art & Nature Fest
Celebrate Halloween safely through art, music, food & science at this family-friendly event in Arnaudville.
November 2025
Port Barre Cracklin Festival
Sample fresh-made, deep-fried cracklins, dance to Cajun and Zydeco musicians, and ride carnival rides at this festival in Port Barre.
Holy Ghost Creole Festival
Celebrate Creole culture with food and music at this Opelousas festival. From live music and sweet dough pies to cracklins and boudin, there's a ton to enjoy.
January 2026
Annual Gumbo Cook-Off
Eat delicious gumbo and dance to Cajun and zydeco musicians at the Annual Gumbo Cook-Off in Opelousas.
February 2026
Taster’s Choice
Enjoy the zydeco stylings of Geno Delafose as you taste the best of the best at this Mardi Gras culinary event in Eunice.
May 2026
Sunset Herb & Garden Festival
Step outside and enjoy Louisiana's springtime weather while shopping for a wide variety of plants and herbs in Sunset.
July 2026
Fourth of July Fireworks Show
Enjoy a 30-minute spectacular display of fireworks in Eunice.
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