31 Mar 2022

An Evening Under the Oaks

2023-03-20T16:44:01-05:00

On April 22, enjoy an evening under the oaks in Opelousas, Louisiana. At the St. Landry Catholic Church behind the Church Rectory, you can see live music, eat boiled crawfish, and participate in a live auction.

Grab yourself a plate of boiled crawfish while you bid on fabulous items. At 8pm, Three Thirty Seven goes live on stage. They are famous for their wide range of styles with Acadiana influences.

You must be 18 years or over to enter. Admission is $50 and includes dinner, sides, and entry into the door prize raffle.

An Evening Under the Oaks2023-03-20T16:44:01-05:00
29 Mar 2022

JC’s Rockin’ Roll Classic Car Show

2022-03-29T14:01:59-05:00

JC’s Rockin’ Roll Classic Car Show in Krotz Springs is more than just a chance to check out classic cars and trucks. There’s a chicken cook-off, vendors to shop from, and live music to enjoy.

The cook-off tasting starts at 11:30. For $5, you can taste the best of the best in local chicken dishes. Then, at noon a mini-parade and slow-speed chase will ride into the park. This year, emceeing the event is Scott Innes. He’s a voice actor, author, songwriter, and radio personality. Innes is famous for his voice-over work as Scooby-Doo, Popeye, Fred Flintstone, Bugs Bunny, and many more beloved characters.

Playing at the event this year are Paul & Pete Band, One Trick Pony, and JC Melancon & Bayou Rock Band. Check out the hourly schedule below for more times.

Gates open to the public at 9am. All attractions and activities for the kids will be available from 9am-6pm. Admission is $10 for those 8 years old and up. Contact 337-592-0789 or 337-290-0573 with any questions.

Check for nearby accommodations here.

JC's Classic Car Show, Krotz Springs, Louisiana

JC’s Rockin’ Roll Classic Car Show2022-03-29T14:01:59-05:00
25 Mar 2022

Live at Bayou Teche Brewing

2024-02-22T14:41:15-06:00

Every Saturday in Arnaudville, Louisiana, you can catch live music at Bayou Teche Brewing. Cajun and zydeco musicians gather along LA-31 where the wood-fire pizza is plenty and the craft beer flows freely. Check out their new cocktails while you play at the arcade or just vibe to great musicians.

Bayou Teche Brewing is an eco-friendly microbrewery in Arnaudville, Louisiana. The brewmaster uses locally grown ingredients and crafts ales that complement the cuisine of the region, Cajun and Creole food. Bayou Teche Brewing is open for tours in French and English, seven days a week and also offers samples in the taproom!

Live at Bayou Teche Brewing2024-02-22T14:41:15-06:00
7 Mar 2022

Arnaudville Étouffée Festival

2024-07-19T15:04:49-05:00

Enjoy life like a local in Arnaudville, Louisiana at the Annual Étouffée Festival. Étouffée is a “smothered” dish and a favorite among locals. Love for the dish is strong enough to stir up a friendly rivalry every year at this festival cook-off. Traditionally, étouffée is made with crawfish. However, at this event, you can enjoy a variety of étouffées including crawfish, seafood, vegetable, and even wild game!

The cook-off takes place on Saturday with judging beginning at 11:30am. Taste great cooking, ride carnival rides, dance to live music, play bingo, or shop at St. Therese’s Boutique. The boutique is open from 1pm-5pm on Saturday and Sunday. It features antique and vintage items for sale in the Little Flower Gym. On Sunday, enjoy an auto show from 8am to 12pm with all makes and models on display.

Check their Facebook Page for updates. Find nearby accommodations here.

Arnaudville Étouffée Festival in Louisiana
Arnaudville Étouffée Festival in Louisiana
Arnaudville Étouffée Festival in Louisiana
Arnaudville Étouffée Festival in Louisiana
Arnaudville Étouffée Festival2024-07-19T15:04:49-05:00
4 Mar 2022

Chili Cook-Off

2022-03-09T16:24:00-06:00

Rotary Club of Opelousas Sunrise announces its 1st Annual Chili Cook-off scheduled for Saturday, March 19 from 9am – 1pm at the Opelousas Yambilee Ag Arena.

You can choose your favorite to win “People’s Choice”, and a panel of judges will award first, second, and third place winners.  Admission is $5 for adults and children over 12 for chili tasting. Buy refreshments, shop craft vendors, or enjoy a game of corn hole.

All funds derived from this event will be used for the betterment of our local community, such as: sending local students to leadership camps, aid to The Refinery Mission (formerly called the Men’s Lighthouse Mission), Shoppe de Noel for residents of nursing homes in St. Landry Parish, support of Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), support of the local ICONS food bank and many other worthy projects.

For $50, you can have your chili compete. Pre-register by emailing Opelsunriserotary@gmail.com.

For more information, contact Tom Mhire, RCOS President at 337-349-5456 or Shelton Anthony, Chili Cook-off Chairman at 337-290-0837. Visit our Facebook Page for more details.

Chili Cook-Off2022-03-09T16:24:00-06:00
4 Mar 2022

Eunice Farmers Market

2024-10-21T13:59:21-05:00

Find farm-fresh produce year-round at the Downtown Farmers Market in Eunice, Louisiana. Shoppers can choose from an array of seasonal garden fruits and vegetables, jellies, jams, and other preserves. Other farmers market favorites include raw honey, free-range eggs, and Cajun sweet dough pies. Weather permitting, the market is open every Saturday and Wednesday morning from 8am-12pm. 

If you would like to participate as a vendor, contact Sanford Wood at 337-457-0607.

Eunice Farmers Market Squash & Peas in Eunice, Louisiana
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Eunice Farmers Market2024-10-21T13:59:21-05:00
4 Mar 2022

Here’s the Beef Cook-Off

2025-02-13T15:07:28-06:00

Calling all carnivores, foodies, and chefs. You get to be the food critic at the Annual Here’s the Beef Cook-Off in Opelousas, Louisiana as pitmasters and area chefs prepare their best beef dishes. The culinary categories include gourmet, brisket, roast, gravies and stews, tongue, and ground meat. That’s right; beef tongue is a delicacy in Cajun Country and can be sampled at the festival. If you think your cooking has what it takes to win, entry to the contest is $40. Call Jay Guidry at 337-351-1763 for more details.

Prior to the cook-off, an old-fashioned trail ride takes off at 8am. It’s $15 to ride plus you get tasty, authentic Louisiana cooking for breakfast. At the Here’s the Beef Cook-Off, for only $10, you can dance and hear live music by local Cajun-style bands starting at 10am and eat all the award-winning food you want.

This long-running annual event is sponsored by the St. Landry Parish Cattlemen’s Association, Cattlewomen, and the LA Beef Industry Council. The Cattlemen’s Association aims to educate people about the importance of the cattle and farm industry in St. Landry Parish and throughout the state of Louisiana.

Here’s the Beef Cook-Off2025-02-13T15:07:28-06:00
4 Mar 2022

Annual Gumbo Cook-Off

2025-01-14T14:40:33-06:00

The Gumbo Foundation cooks for a cause in Opelousas, Louisiana. Every year, area chefs gather to compete for the best gumbo. St. Landry Parish is a haven for gumbo with plenty of Cajun and Creole restaurants. Every household in Acadiana has a family recipe for their own brand of gumbo. With such variety, winning the best is a high honor. Grab a bowl of gumbo or dance along to live music with a lineup of Cajun and zydeco musicians.

This event isn’t just about great food. All the proceeds from the cook-off benefit a child whose family is burdened with medical-related expenses. Each year, a different child is chosen to receive help.

The Gumbo Cook-Off happens every year on the last Saturday in January. Enjoy good food and fun music all for a good cause.

Visit their event page to learn how to join the cook-off or for event updates.

Gumbo Cook-Off in Opelousas, Louisiana
Gumbo Cook-Off in Opelousas, Louisiana
Gumbo Cook-Off in Opelousas, Louisiana
Gumbo Cook-Off in Opelousas, Louisiana
Annual Gumbo Cook-off in Opelousas, Louisiana
Gumbo Cook-Off in Opelousas, Louisiana
Annual Gumbo Cook-Off2025-01-14T14:40:33-06:00
4 Mar 2022

Opelousas Farmers Market

2023-10-13T12:32:35-05:00

Shop for local, home-grown produce at the Opelousas Farmers Market. Opelousas, Louisiana, in addition to its rich music history, is also a major agricultural community. In the mid-20th century, Opelousas was called the Yam Capital of the World. Today, you can still try Opelousas-grown sweet potatoes. Take home some home-grown goods. At the farmers market, you can find collards and mustard greens, kale, carrots, honey, and squashes from local farmers. Availability depends on the season.

The Opelousas Farmers Market is open throughout the year every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

Opelousas Farmers Market Vendors in Opelousas, Louisiana
Opelousas Farmers Market Blueberries in Opelousas, Louisiana
Opelousas Farmers Market in Opelousas, Louisiana
Opelousas Farmers Market in Opelousas, Louisiana
Opelousas Farmers Market2023-10-13T12:32:35-05:00
4 Mar 2022

World Championship Crawfish Étouffée Cook-Off

2025-02-14T10:25:32-06:00

The Eunice Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of Eunice, proudly presents the 38th Annual World Championship Crawfish Étouffée Cook-off.

This event features professional and amateur cooks vying for the title of “World Champion.” Taking place in the city of Eunice this is one of the best ways to taste crawfish in Louisiana. Teams will compete to see who can cook the best crawfish étouffée in three categories: Amateur, Professional and Best Decorated Booth. Once the judges have their samples from the booths, the public can buy the crawfish étouffée directly from the participants. Vote for your favorite to win the People’s Choice Award. The winners will be announced around 3:30pm.

Join us on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at the Pavilion at 651 Samuel Drive in Eunice from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM as we celebrate 38 years of Cajun culture, music, and mouthwatering étouffée.

Enjoy live Cajun and zydeco music (starting at 10am) by Cajun Strong, Geno Delafose, and Jamie Bergeron. There will be plenty of dancing and, of course, tons of étouffée. In addition to world-class Cajun cuisine and live music, enjoy an array of arts & crafts vendors and kids’ activities, including a hands-on Music Instrument Petting Zoo presented by Louisiana Folk Roots.

There will also be arts and crafts, a petting zoo, pony rides, fun jumps, and more fun activities for the whole family. World Championship Crawfish Étouffée Cook-off is now held on the last Saturday in March every year. Admission and parking are free.

World Championship Crawfish Etouffee Cook-Off in Eunice, Louisiana
World Championship Crawfish Etouffee Cook-Off in Eunice, Louisiana
World Championship Crawfish Etouffee Cook-off
World Championship Crawfish Etouffee Cook-Off in Eunice, Louisiana
World Championship Crawfish Étouffée Cook-Off2025-02-14T10:25:32-06:00

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