Farmers Market Pavilion is a large spacious covered pavilion. It is located at the gateway of historic Opelousas and is often a gathering place for zydeco concerts, community events, reunions, dance lessons, and recreational activities. The pavilion also features artwork and fans to keep visitors cool during the summer months. It’s the perfect spot for family reunions and is located next to Le Vieux Village Heritage Park. The park is only steps away and offers tours throughout the week.
The pavilion can accommodate up to 400 guests standing and 250 seated. For booking information, contact the Opelousas Tourist Information Center.
The Historic Michel Prudhomme Home is believed to be the oldest structure in St. Landry Parish and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This French colonial house was built in the late 1700’s and even housed Union officers during the Civil War. The home is currently owned by the Preservationists of St. Landry, Inc., and serves as an excellent venue for meetings, receptions, private parties, and small weddings.
Amenities include a kitchen and dressing area. This space can accommodate up to 40 guests at a time. For more information, contact Mr. James Douget.
Motel 6 offers a nice, quiet space for your next meeting. The hotel can accommodate up to 300 standing and 250 seated. Venue amenities include a dressing area, and a stage. For booking information, contact the hotel.
The Chapel at Le Vieux Village was built in 1948. Formerly, the chapel served the African-American community as St. Joseph’s Methodist Church. Today, this charming chapel is an intimate venue for brides and a unique space for meetings and other events. The venue can accommodate up to 150 guests and has a stage and dressing area.
The chapel is located at Le Vieux Village Heritage Park in Opelousas, Louisiana. The park features 18th and 19th-century homes and offers tours during hours of operation. During the holiday season, the church is illuminated with dozens of gorgeous Christmas lights and makes a beautiful location for a destination wedding. For booking information, contact Opelousas Tourism.
The Whiteville Schoolhouse was constructed in 1911. This schoolhouse building is one of only a few of its kind remaining in Louisiana and you can tour it at Le Vieux Village Heritage Park in Opelousas, Louisiana. You can also rent the schoolhouse for meetings and private events.
The park is a village featuring historic structures from Opelousas, such as a doctor’s office from the 1890’s and the Mary Jane Train Engine. Tours are available during the parks hours of operation. For more information about booking the Whiteville Schoolhouse, contact the Opelousas Tourism office.
The Yambilee Building in Opelousas, Louisiana has been the host of family fun for many years. Multiple zydeco and Cajun musicians have performed on the Yambilee stage. The auditorium is also an excellent venue for cook-offs, festivals, weddings, reunions, and other special events. The Yambilee ag-arena can also be used for outdoor events and trail rides.
This venue can accommodate up to 800 guests standing and 500 seated. Amenities include a dressing area, a kitchen, and a stage. For booking information, contact St. Landry Parish Government.
The Sunset Community Center offers a clean, modern space for small social events and meetings. The venue can accommodate up to 125 guests seated, 265 seated with chairs, and at least 377 guests standing. Amenities include a dressing area and kitchen. For booking information, contact the Town of Sunset.
