6 Feb 2023

Lundi Gras Live at Toby’s

2023-07-21T12:19:19-05:00

The Imperial St. Landry Mardi Gras Association presents Lundi Gras Live at Toby’s Downtown located in the Beau’s Garage building in Downtown Opelousas. Kylie Frey, a local musician with national acclaim who records out of Nashville, will perform at the restaurant and bar on the Monday before Mardi Gras. This Lundi Gras celebration kicks off the season’s festivities for the City of Opelousas.

This event is open to people of all ages. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for kids.

Lundi Gras at Toby's
Lundi Gras Live at Toby’s2023-07-21T12:19:19-05:00
31 Jan 2023

Circus on Ice Magic Tour

2023-01-31T16:44:49-06:00

Come and have a great time with your family at the Circus on Ice at the Yambilee Building in Opelousas. Experience their frozen adventure with all your favorite characters, amazing circus acts, and awesome ice skaters.

At intermission time, there will be a meet and greet where you’ll be able to take pictures with the performers. Doors open one hour before each show, make sure to come early to get the best seats.

Tickets are $15 for kids and $25 for adults.

Circus on Ice Magic Tour2023-01-31T16:44:49-06:00
20 Jan 2023

La Rivière Mardi Gras Chicken Run and Parade

2026-06-30T13:57:45-05:00

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 Parade2026-06-30T13:57:45-05:00
20 Dec 2022

New Year’s Eve Zydeco Dance

2022-12-20T15:05:45-06:00

Step Rideau & the Zydeco Outlaws return to Lebeau, Louisiana for a New Year’s Eve Zydeco Dance. You can catch him and DJ Lil Jack at the Immaculate Conception Hall where the Lebeau Zydeco Festival takes place in the summer.

Be there on December 31 starting at 8pm and party until the new year. Tickets are $15, but you can reserve a table by calling Donald at 337-625-0505

New Year’s Eve Zydeco Dance2022-12-20T15:05:45-06:00
16 Dec 2022

Enjoy the Music Pre New Year’s Eve Party

2023-01-19T13:16:06-06:00

The “Enjoy the Music” Pre-New year’s Eve Party is an epic concert taking place in Opelousas, Louisiana on December 30th at 8pm that continues into the next day ending at 1am. Enjoy live bands, singers, and more at the Charming Event Center located at 515 W. Martin Luther King Dr. in Opelousas. Featuring performances by artists, music producers, and radio personalities, McKayovee, Jamster Ev, Je, LTN-Ant & LTN Teezy, and NWojak with more artists performing on the day.

Presale tickets are $15 for general admission and $20 for VIP. At the door, tickets will be $20 for general admission and $30 for VIP.

Enjoy the Music Pre New Year’s Eve Party2023-01-19T13:16:06-06:00
1 Nov 2022

Drawn to Grow Exhibit Reception

2022-11-01T10:36:23-05:00

Join us at the St. Landry Parish Visitor Center at Exit 23 right off of I-49 to view Kelli Foret Richard’s most recent work, Drawn to Grow. This exhibit of 57 illustrations is a statement on the 57 years left of farming the region has until it reaches desertification. The exhibit is both emphasizes the importance of agriculture to Louisiana and a call to action for better farming practices. Hear from the artist herself at the reception on Saturday, November 5 from 1pm-4pm at the visitor center right outside of Opelousas.

Drawn to Grow Exhibit Reception2022-11-01T10:36:23-05:00
10 Oct 2022

Washington Christmas Concert

2025-11-25T10:30:16-06:00

Join the Washington Garden Club for an evening of traditional Christmas music featuring the Opelousas Queen of Angels Choir under the direction of William Plummer.

The concert will be held December 6, 2025 at 6pm at the historic St. John’s Episcopal Church located at 308 Church St. in the town of Washington.

The Washington Garden Club sponsors this annual admission-free event as part of their commitment to community and civic support.

Washington Christmas Concert2025-11-25T10:30:16-06:00
30 Sep 2022

Creole Swing Out Party

2022-09-30T12:24:35-05:00

Teddy’s Uptown is now Club Suga! On October 22, Mr. Black is hosting the Creole Swing Out Party featuring the Swing Kings. See a mixture of hip hop, southern soul, and rap artists including RussG Da Ryder, Rich Wright (soul), Dolce (hip hop), YV Da Prince (hiphop/southern soul rap) as they perform live in Opelousas.

Entrance is $15 before 10pm.

Live Performance flyer
Creole Swing Out Party2022-09-30T12:24:35-05:00
28 Sep 2022

Holiday Fête in Opelousas

2026-10-30T14:39:43-05:00

This holiday season, the historic Courthouse Square will come alive under the oaks for the Holiday Fête on the Courthouse Square, a free, family-friendly celebration rooted in the culture, community, and spirituality of Opelousas and St. Landry Parish.

Presented by St. Landry Parish Government and Opelousas Main Street, the Fête will draw from the many traditions that shape life in Opelousas and St. Landry Parish—Creole and Cajun culture, Zydeco music, our agricultural and equestrian heritage, local foodways, and the spices and flavors for which the area is known. 

The afternoon will bring these influences together through live music and local performers, local food, a market of local vendors and makers, children’s activities, community activities, photos with Santa, train rides, and a holiday sing-along at the Courthouse steps. At dusk, the Fête will feature the lighting of the historic Nativity, carrying forward a cherished Courthouse Square holiday tradition.

More than a holiday event, the Fête invites you to gather downtown, support local businesses and entrepreneurs, reconnect with neighbors and friends, and celebrate who we are, what we share, and what brings us together.

Saturday, November 28, 2026 | 2–7 p.m.

Courthouse Square | Downtown Opelousas

Free and open to the public

FMI contact: opelousasvibe@gmail.com

Lighting of the Village, Opelousas
Lighting of the Village, Opelousas
Lighting of the Village, Opelousas
Holiday Fête in Opelousas2026-10-30T14:39:43-05:00
19 Sep 2022

Fête de Saint-Luc

2022-09-19T16:48:53-05:00

Celebrate at Saint-Luc French Immersion School in Arnaudville, Louisiana. This former hospital turned educational and cultural organization that seeks to revive and sustain the French language tradition in Louisiana. They are hosting a celebration and learning experience on October 9th from 1:30pm to 6pm with great food, music, and plenty of art vendors and craftsmen.

There will be a ton to eat and drink including plate lunches from Pepper’s homestyle catering, croissants, cookies, and pastries from Paradiso Cake, fruit and veggie drinks from Jolly Moon, and sandwiches from Bib Belly Sandwiches.

Enjoy informational demos and vendors including spinning arts, cotton products, art displays, basketweaving, chair caning, writing, and more. There will even be live music by La Patente, a traditional band out of New Brunswick, Canada, and the Potluck Band.

Fête de Saint-Luc2022-09-19T16:48:53-05:00

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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