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1 Jul 2024

Slim’s Y-Ki-Ki Zydeco Music Fundraiser Event

2024-07-18T13:06:00-05:00

The Clifton Chenier Centennial Committee presents this live music event on Tuesday, July 23 at Arpeggios Lounge & Event Center in Opelousas, Louisiana. This fundraising event is part of ongoing efforts to restore the famous Louisiana dancehall, Slim’s Yi-Ki-Ki.

The event features live performances by local zydeco musicians Big Nate, C.J. Chenier, Rockin’ Dopsie Jr., Anthony Dopsie, Lil Jeff Boutte, Corey Ledet, and R.J. Smoove.

Doors open at 5:30pm and music starts at 6pm.

Slim's YKIYKI fundraiser poster
Slim’s Y-Ki-Ki Zydeco Music Fundraiser Event2024-07-18T13:06:00-05:00
29 May 2024

Spaghetti Cook-Off

2024-05-29T10:48:04-05:00

On September 28th at the Yambilee Ag Arena in Opelousas, Louisiana, be prepared for the first spaghetti cook-off hosted by the Opelousas Lions Club. Enjoy a car show, silent auction, and Jeep ride with a petting zoo and pony rides for the kids. Alongside all the great food you can hear live performances by One Trick Pony at 10am and Coteau Grove at 12:30pm.

Taster bands are $5. For more information contact Vicki Thibodeaux 337-351-2412. All proceeds benefit the Opelousas Lions Club.

Spaghetti Cook-Off2024-05-29T10:48:04-05:00
28 May 2024

Juré Workshop

2024-05-28T16:49:35-05:00

Juré, an a cappella type of singing with rhythmic hand claps, is considered to be a forerunner to zydeco music. This Saturday at 1 pm here at the St. Landry Parish Visitor enter, the Broussard Sisters will conduct a juré workshop. These four sisters, Sandra Broussard Davis, Virginia Ballard, Tavian Seraile, and Vivian Edwards were mentored by their aunt, Cecilia Broussard, perform juré and help to preserve this traditional music.

Red beans and rice will be served after.

Juré Workshop2024-05-28T16:49:35-05:00
16 May 2024

Jam with Living Hall of Fame Legends

2024-05-28T10:31:14-05:00

The Cajun French Music Hall of Fame Museum is hosting a jam session on June 1st where you can play with actual hall of fame legends! From 10am to 12pm, jam with Robert Elkins, David Greely, and Steve Riley with his son Burke Riley. Spend the morning practicing with the greats as Ray Landry hosts and conducts a Q&A.

This acoustic jam is open for musicians of all types and skill levels for free. The Acadiana Charter Chapter will be offering free jambalaya.

After the jam from 1pm-2pm, kids of all ages will also be able to make their own instrument.

Jam with Living Hall of Fame Legends2024-05-28T10:31:14-05:00
30 Apr 2024

Dustin Dale Gaspard at NUNU

2024-04-30T11:16:17-05:00

Cajun Americana singer-songwriter Dustin Dale Gaspard will perform live at NUNU Art & Culture Collective in Arnaudville on May 30th. Doors open at 6pm and the music stars at 7:30pm. Admission is $20.

After 10 years of performing throughout the deep South, Dustin Dale Gaspard released his full-length debut album “Hoping Heaven Got A Kitchen” in March 2022. The decade that he spent honing his songwriting helped create an album that speaks to the soul of rural roots listeners and alternative folk lovers alike, all while delivering an intimate insight into the Cajun native’s groove felt mysticism. Written for his grandparents, his record displays undeniable heart, love, community and the sonic influence of the land that raised him. Gaspard’s next album, “Avec Le Courrant” is a bilingual folk Americana concept record detailing the story of his Acadian ancestor’s exile during the event know as “Le Grand Derangement”.

Dustin Dale Gaspard at NUNU2024-04-30T11:16:17-05:00
17 Apr 2024

The Impossible Burghers at NUNU

2024-04-17T13:47:42-05:00

The Impossible Burghers, are a band from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The band started through a class at Sunburst School of Music. It was during this class when Jill Hackney (lead vocals/guitar/ukulele) began writing original lyrics and music for the band. Along with Erin Barnes (drums/vocals), Alan Friedman (keyboard) and Jt Chiodi (bass) the band has developed a sound that shows influences ranging from Natalie Merchant and the B 52’s to Swamp Pop to a bit of Funk and Blues.

The Impossible Burghers will begin their short South Louisiana tour in Baton Rouge at Ann Connelly Fine Art on April 25, at an artist’s reception for Jill Hackney. Jill’s exhibition showcases her vision and interpretation of the Louisiana swamps, their cypress trees covered in Spanish moss and the still waters that surround them.

The Impossible Burghers will round out their tour at NUNU Arts and Culture Collective in Arnaudville on Sunday, April 28 at 2pm. Jill is no stranger to NUNU’s, and bringing her band there and having the chance to play in her “old stomping ground” should be quite exciting! The band will be playing all of their originals.

Jill is overjoyed to be able to bring together her visual art with her music. A quote from Jill, “The opportunity to be together with family and friends from Louisiana, to celebrate the beauty of the swamps, and to share my music is such a gift. I can’t thank my bandmates enough, for coming down and sharing this experience with me. I feel lucky to be able to tie these experiences together and share them with you.”

NUNU Arts and Culture Collective, located at 1510 Bayou Courtableau Hwy, Arnaudville LA 70512 is a non-profit, all-volunteer exhibit and performance space dedicated to promoting the diverse visual, literary, and musical culture of Southwest Louisiana. It is open to the public 10am-2pm Wednesday-Sunday, as well as by appointment and for special events. nunucollective.org

For further info: Please contact Gene Paquette (gene@powellschicago.com) if you would like to schedule an interview with the artist or NUNU staff.

The Impossible Burghers at NUNU2024-04-17T13:47:42-05:00
28 Mar 2024

Tucka James Music Fest

2024-03-28T16:17:39-05:00

This Mother’s Day weekend in Opelousas at Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino, the King of Swing Tucka returns to present the 2nd annual TUCKA James Music Fest featuring 16 artists and two shows.

On Friday, May 10, it’s the Big Country Takeover starring Lil Nate, Arthur Young, Rusty Metoyer, David Sylvester Jr., Adrian Bagher, Mike Broussard, and King Fred.

On Saturday, May 11, “King of Swing” Tucka performs with Lenny Williams, J Paul Jr., Big Pokey Bear, Mr. Hot Topic, FatDaddy, Mr. Smoke, Dee Dee Simon, and Mz. Suga.

For ticket info visit: https://TuckaFest2.eventbrite.com

Tucka James Music Fest2024-03-28T16:17:39-05:00
18 Mar 2024

Yellow Fever Cemetery Grave Marking Ceremony

2024-03-18T15:59:10-05:00

The Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) will be having a re-dedication and remembrance of the 11 war patriots buried at the Old Church Landing or Yellow Fever Cemetery on April 13 at 1pm in the steamboat town of Washington.

At this dedication, 6 of the 11 patriots, will have special historical mention. They are denoted below with asterisks.

The SAR will be dressed in full colors and descendants are encouraged to attend. This ceremony is open to the public.

Patriots to be honored:

  • Donato Bello
  • Michel Brignac
  • Michel Cormier
  • Romain De La Fosse
  • Laurent Dupre
  • Joseph LaMirande
  • Francois Lemelle
  • Andre Mondon
  • Pierre Primeaux
  • Pierre Savoie
  • Maturin Tesson
Yellow Fever Cemetery Grave Marking Ceremony2024-03-18T15:59:10-05:00
18 Mar 2024

Scott Mulvahill at NUNU

2024-03-18T13:03:03-05:00

Scott Mulvahill, acclaimed bass-playing singer and songwriter, comes to Arnaudville to perform at a listening room show at NUNU Art & Culture Collective. on March 21. Show starts at 7:30, but doors open at 6pm.  Tickets are $20.

“After spending over seven tears with Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, Mulvahill’s journey as a solo artist has ranged from the lofty Himalayas — which includes “The Lord Is Coming,” a song he co-wrote with H.E.R. at a songwriters’ retreat — and two exploratory EPs, Surrounded and Creative Potential, to a Tiny Desk Concert appearance and opening touring slots with Lauren Dagle, Cory Wong, and Keb’ Mo.’ Exciting new possibilities lie ahead with his invention of the DataBass, an upright with mounted MIDI triggers.”

-Bass Magazine March 17, 2024 Scott Mulvahill: His Time Has Come

Scott Mulvahill at NUNU2024-03-18T13:03:03-05:00
22 Feb 2024

Western Ball at the Yam

2024-02-22T15:43:48-06:00

Get your cowboy on at the Yambilee in Opelousas on Saturday, March 16th. It’s a battle of the DJs with DJ Potato and Dumb D versus Lil Jack and Titanic. There will also be a zydeco, swing out and bounce contest. 

Doors open at 7pm, but the show starts at 10pm. Western wear is required to enter. For more information, you can contact Mike Broussard at 337-384-4219.

Western Ball at the Yam2024-02-22T15:43:48-06:00

St. Landry Parish Visitor Center
Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm

337.948.8004
978 Kennerson Road (I-49 exit 23)
P.O. Box 1415 • Opelousas, LA 70570

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