25 Mar 2024

Fête de la Chaudiere Noir – Black Pot Cook-Off

2025-09-29T16:48:55-05:00

Prepare your taste buds and mark your calendars for an unforgettable cultural experience! École Saint-Landry invites locals and visitors alike to the Fête de la Chaudiere Noir! – Black Pot Cook-off, a vibrant celebration of Louisiana’s rich heritage. The festival is scheduled to be held at the Sunset Community Center on Saturday, October 25th from 10:30am-3:30pm. This event promises a day filled with family-friendly activities including a silent auction, games, French language trivia, face-painting, train rides, a petting zoo, and French bingo. There will also be live music by Mark Ardoin & Creole Driving Force and Austin Monceaux & the Acadiana Ramblerss, and, of course, the highlight of the festival – the Black Pot Cook-Off.

Festival-goers will have the opportunity to tantalize their taste buds with an array of delectable dishes. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or simply a food enthusiast, individuals and teams are invited to showcase their culinary skills in categories such as Meat Dish, Dessert, and Side Dish. With both public and judge’s choice prizes, including cash rewards of up to $200, the competition promises to be fierce and flavorful. The event is free but tasting tickets will be available for $10 per 5 tastings.

Link to Competitor and Vendor Application & Guidelines can be found HERE.

Proceeds from the fundraiser will go towards the renovation of the historic Sunset High, transforming it into École Saint-Landry’s upper elementary school building. École Saint-Landry is one of only three full French immersion schools in all of Louisiana. We look forward to welcoming you for a day of food, music, and community that promises to be truly unforgettable.

École Saint-Landry accepts students of all abilities. École Saint-Landry does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, national origin, disability or gender in its educational programs and activities (including employment and application for employment), and it is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of gender by Title IX (20 USC 168) and on the basis of disability by Section 504 (42 USC 794).

To learn more about École St. Landry or the event, contact info@ecolestlandry.org or visit ecolestlandry.org.

Fête de la Chaudiere Noir – Black Pot Cook-Off2025-09-29T16:48:55-05:00
8 Nov 2023

Lâche Pas Boucherie Grand Coteau

2024-10-16T11:15:18-05:00

Head out for an unforgettable weekend of fun and feasting at the Lâche Pas Boucherie in Grand Coteau.

Get ready to indulge in 3 days of mouthwatering Cajun cuisine and experience the vibrant culture of Louisiana. The weekend will be filled with genuine Louisiana cultural experiences including preparing and sharing of meals, live music, food demonstrations, and much more. The event will take place at Buzzard’s Prairie, the Grand Coteau Boucherie site, where you’ll be greeted with warm hospitality and a lively atmosphere. Camping is optional and recommended.

Bring your friends and family to enjoy incredible music by Holiday Playgirls, Amis du Teche, Horace Trahan, and The Revelers while you dance and immerse yourself in the rich traditions of our region.

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to savor authentic Cajun flavors and create lasting memories. See you there!

Lâche Pas Boucherie Grand Coteau2024-10-16T11:15:18-05:00
2 May 2023

Music at the Depot

2024-04-01T11:00:49-05:00

The Prairie Acadian Cultural Center, an arm of the Jean Lafitte National Park Service, hosts Music at the Museum, a live music series taking place at the Eunice Depot Museum. Dance to live Cajun music with Eunice’s charming museum filled with exhibits and artifacts depicting the lifestyles of early settlers as a backdrop.

On April 13 from 1pm-2pm, Moi, Toi et Lui will perform live.

This is a free event sponsored by the Prairie Acadian Cultural Center.

Music at the Depot2024-04-01T11:00:49-05:00
10 Apr 2023

Music & Market

2023-09-29T16:07:49-05:00

Music & Market returns to the Opelousas live music scene for a four-week Spring series beginning Thursday, April 20th. The relaunched series will happen on Thursday evenings from 6-8 p.m. on the grounds of the Courthouse Square in downtown Opelousas. Kicking off the series is zydeco and Cajun music fan favorite Geno Delafose & French Rockin’ Boogie, followed by Don Fontenot and Les Amis (April 27), Cypress Band featuring Willie Tee & Lynn August (May 4) and Leon Chavis & the Zydeco Flames (May 11).

Music & Market is designed to help promote the area’s music heritage and bring attention to local farmers and their produce, a strong component of the culinary trail. Since its inception in 2007, the music series has featured over 120 outdoor performances highlighting a long list of Louisiana musicians including Grammy award winners such as Lost Bayou Ramblers (2017 “Kalenda”), Chubby Carriere (2011 for “Zydeco Junkie”) and Steve Riley (2014 with “Courtbouillon.”)

Music & Market is initiated by the City of Opelousas Tourism Office with support from St. Landry Parish Tourist Commission and St. Landry Parish Government. For more information, call 337-948-6263 or visit www.cityofopelousas.com.

Music & Market Courthouse Square in Opelousas, Louisiana
Music & Market in Opelousas, Louisiana
Music & Market in Opelousas, Louisiana
Music & Market2023-09-29T16:07:49-05:00
20 Jan 2023

La Rivière Mardi Gras Chicken Run and Parade

2025-11-26T16:50:58-06:00

Head to Krotz Springs, Louisiana for the second La Rivière Mardi Gras Chicken Run and Parade taking place right along the Atchafalaya River at Riverview RV Park & Resort.

The parade itself departs at 9am from Riverview RV Park & Resort and heads North on Hwy 105 until it enters the town of Krotz Springs and travels through the town until heading back to Riverview. There will be an intermission at Nall Park with boudin and a bowl of gumbo available at the end. Women and children can participate in the parade but will have a separate chicken chase once the Mardi Gras Run returns to Riverview.

This event is cash only. General Admission is $10 and includes live music once the parade returns. If you’d like to participate in the trail ride it’s $20 and $20 for the chicken run.

La Rivière Mardi Gras Chicken Run and Parade2025-11-26T16:50:58-06:00
22 Dec 2022

Dewey Balfa Cajun & Creole Heritage Week

2025-10-31T15:17:43-05:00

The 24th Dewey Balfa Cajun & Creole Heritage Week will take place April 13-17, in Eunice, Louisiana at Lakeview Park & Beach with a Louisiana French Immersion experience at the Prairie Acadian Cultural Center that Monday.  Highlights include top-notch Louisiana-style entertainment, education, and hospitality with public and enrollment-based activities.  The schedule, Camp registration, and lodging information are found at LAfolkroots.org.

WHY BALFA WEEK?

Balfa Week classes are immersive, multi-day lessons and workshops that have you studying face-to-face with master musicians, cooks, and craftspeople in a nature-based setting. Spontaneous jams, lakeside campfires, new friends from around the world.

Schedule a one-to-one lesson with Louisiana master musicians to conquer a tune that’s stuck in your head. Discuss the creative process with Louisiana folk craft artisans. Learn some tricks for Louisiana cooking during sessions with regional chefs. Imagine yourself peeling and eating a pile of crawfish. Wander into the nightly barn dances with friends to test out moves you practiced in dance class.

Housing options are available. Bring your RV, rent or share a deluxe cabin, pitch a tent, or stay at a local B&B or hotel. Visit Evangeline Parish Tourism and St. Landry Parish Tourism for more ideas.

Tuition rates range from a Full-Time 5-day rate to a Daily rate.

Friends of Folk Roots membership discounts are offered on Registrations.

Play. Dance Eat. Repeat. That’s Balfa Week! Get details at: balfaweek@gmail.com 

Dewey Balfa Cajun & Creole Heritage Week2025-10-31T15:17:43-05:00
14 Sep 2022

Sauce Picante Cook-Off

2023-09-19T16:29:50-05:00

The Sauce Picante Cook-Off taking place at Lakeview Park & Beach in Eunice is an annual cooking event that you won’t want to miss. Sauce Picante is a traditional Creole and Cajun dish that includes a spicy sauce typically with a tomato base all over rice. At this event, area chefs will compete with their best renditions of this iconic dish. Samples will be available for guests to taste and vote on. Cameron Fontenot & the Rhythm Aces will play from 2pm-4pm and Dustin Sonnier & the Wanted is performing in the evening at 8pm.

It’s $15 to enter a dish and $10 for guests to get a wristband and sample all the tasty food.

Sauce Picante Cook-Off2023-09-19T16:29:50-05:00
16 Aug 2022

Le Grand Hoorah

2025-10-31T09:18:48-05:00

Le Grand Hoorah returns to Lakeview Park in  Eunice, Louisiana on November 1. The lineup of bands features some of the hottest acts from around the region. Enjoy Cajun cuisine, plus French language experiences, dancing, special events, outdoor fun, and optional camping.

“Our festival is about creating and fostering relationships focused on preserving the music, food, language and folk arts of the people of Acadiana,” explained Gilbert “Winky” Aucoin, President of the event’s nonprofit.

The music schedule includes a kickoff party Halloween night at 8pm with One Trick Pony. Then on Saturday, Opening Ceremonies start 12:30pm. Live music kicks off at 1pm and continues till 8:45 pm with performances by Holiday Playgirls, Geno Delafose & French Rockin’ Boogie, Savoy Family Band, Steve Riley & the Mamou Playboys, and Le Grand Hoorah Swamp Pop Showcase. 

Attendees can also return Sunday morning for a Catholic French Mass at 9:30 am.

Le Grand Hoorah is known for preserving and supporting its region’s roots. As part of the nonprofit’s mission to support musical and cultural organizations, proceeds each year are in part donated to various organizations including ACA’s (Acadiana Center for the Arts) Courtney Granger Memorial Award, the Christopher Stafford Memorial Foundation Fund, and Love of People this year.

Learn more at LeGrandHoorah.com. Tickets will be available August 28th on the website, or at the door. Campsite spaces can be reserved now via Lakeview Park at LVPark.com.

Le Grand Hoorah2025-10-31T09:18:48-05:00
3 May 2022

Sounds of Summer

2022-05-03T16:21:21-05:00

On June 17th from 5pm-8pm, enjoy the “Sounds of Summer” celebration at the Delta Grand Theatre in Opelousas. Listen in as music students from the Louisiana Folk Roots Kids Camp perform at 6pm. Also performing is a local zydeco favorite, Wayne Singleton & Same Ol’ 2-step band.

Craft exhibits, games, and local cuisine will spotlight the cultural significance of the Atchafalaya basin region. Community organizations interested in joining the “Sounds of Summer” can email info@lafolkroots.org or tourism@cityofopelousas.com

This event is supported in part by the South Arts Rural Performance program, Atchafalaya National Heritage Association, Louisiana Division of the Arts, City of Opelousas, St. Landry Parish Government, and the St. Landry Parish Tourist Commission.

Sounds of Summer2022-05-03T16:21:21-05:00
26 Apr 2022

Live at Riverview Resort

2022-10-20T13:31:00-05:00

Every Saturday you can enjoy live music right along the Atchafalaya River at Riverside RV Resort in Krotz Springs, Louisiana. Performances range from your favorite Cajun music bands to country and even Zydeco. Where else can you dance the night away to traditional Louisiana music with a stunning view of the river.

Check their Facebook to see who’s playing or for time changes.

Live at Riverview Resort2022-10-20T13:31:00-05:00

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