27 May 2022

Louisiana Farm Tour 2022

2023-12-22T14:46:56-06:00

Heartland Tours is an agritourism company that unites people to the land and each other through educational farm bus tours. Tours include seven farm tour options that span from one to three days with prices starting at $30. Double occupancy prices are also available. Delicious Louisiana food is served each day with live music all throughout the trip. Learn more about the agriculture industry and see how your food is grown on the Heartland Tour this October.

Tickets include lodging, transportation, farm tours, a tour guide, bus snacks, a goody bag, concert tickets, and meals with an exception of one supper. One of the three nights includes a unique farm-to-table experience: A catered meal with live music at La Casetta at the Farm in Melville, Louisiana. You can find more details about the concert at the farm here.

Stops include: Frogmore Cotton Gin and Plantation, Natchitoches Pecan Co, LSU Center for River Studies, Sugarfield Spirits, Fullness Farm, ICCR Dairy, and Cannatella Farms.

Let Heartland Tours take care of the details and enjoy the ride!

Louisiana Farm Tour 20222023-12-22T14:46:56-06:00
23 May 2022

Summer Classic Car Show

2025-03-20T15:35:02-05:00

On June 7th, head to downtown Eunice for the Spring into Summer Classic Car & Truck Show. This show will feature vehicles from 1985 and older as well as live music.  Catch food trucks and shop from local vendors in the town’s beautiful downtown area. Awards will be presented at 3pm in categories like Peoples Choice, Best of Show, Mayor’s Choice, and more.

If you want your vehicle to be featured, contact Mark Denette at 337-789-6276 for more information. Registration is $30.

Summer Classic Car Show2025-03-20T15:35:02-05:00
12 May 2022

Rayo Brothers at NUNU’s

2024-03-28T15:23:12-05:00

Daniel and Jesse Reaux began performing as the Rayo Brothers in their hometown of Lafayette Louisiana. According to Offbeat Magazine, the brothers present “honest and insightful songwriting” against a backdrop of “impassioned folk-rock and modern alt-country with majestic, sweeping arrangements”. Featuring sibling harmonies and a variety of instrumentation, they put on a rollicking show that flows from raucous foot-stompers to intimate ballads to everywhere in between.

The Rayo Brothers will reunite for a night at NUNU Arts & Culture Collective on Friday night, April 26. The show starts at 7:30pm. Admission is $20.

For tickets/directions: https://events.humanitix.com/nunu42624

Rayo Brothers at NUNU’s2024-03-28T15:23:12-05:00
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
26 Apr 2022

Tommy Malone at NUNU’s

2022-04-26T10:20:31-05:00

Head to NUNU’s Art & Culture Collective in Arnaudville, Louisiana to hear the musical stylings of Tommy Malone. Malone has a history in music that goes back to the 70s with bands like Dustwoofie, the Cartoons and the Continental Drifters; the last of which spawned a stripped-down band known as the Subdudes. Enjoy food from the 5-mile Café while Malone performs live.

Tickets are $25.

Tommy Malone at NUNU’s2022-04-26T10:20:31-05:00
20 Apr 2022

Blackpot Camp

2024-11-20T13:43:21-06:00

Even as an adult you can still have a good time at camp in Eunice, Louisiana. At Blackpot Camp, work with professional, award-winning musicians from across the U.S. Activities for campers include Cajun fiddle, accordion, guitar, songwriting, and so much more. Participants will also try their hand at Cajun cooking, taught by locals in a hands-on working environment.

It’s not all workshops at Blackpot Camp. Every night, campers take a break from lessons for a music concert in the barn-turned dancehall. Overall, the camp has a loose, festive atmosphere that encourages extracurricular jamming and sharing of experiences among campers from all places and backgrounds. If you’ve never tried to Cajun waltz or square dance, now is the time to take your cue from experienced instructors. All of the activities are in the spirit of fun! Create unforgettable memories with interactive experiences among other lovers of Cajun and roots music.

Blackpot Camp takes place the last week of October on the beautiful, secluded grounds of Lakeview Park & Beach. There’s plenty of space for an RV in addition to cabins and room for tent camping. Admission for this event varies. You can learn more at BlackpotCamp.com. Be sure to also look into their volunteer program.

P.S. – You don’t need to be a camper to attend dances in the barn. There’s general admission so anyone can join the fun! Dances take place in the evening. Contact Lakeview Park & Beach for evening event details.

Blackpot Camp Facebook Page

Black Pot Camp in Eunice, Louisiana at Lakeview Park & Beach
Black Pot Camp in Eunice, Louisiana at Lakeview Park & Beach
Black Pot Camp in Eunice, Louisiana at Lakeview Park & Beach
Blackpot Camp2024-11-20T13:43:21-06:00
19 Apr 2022

Taster’s Choice

2025-01-28T10:25:22-06:00

You get to be the judge at the Annual Taster’s Choice culinary event in Eunice, Louisiana. This event takes place the Wednesday before Fat Tuesday. It’s the perfect opportunity to indulge in good Cajun food before Lent begins. Every year, nearly 25 chefs fascinate taste buds, while Geno Delafose & French Rockin Boogie keeps everyone entertained with zydeco music. Enjoy drinks at the cash bar and walk away with some big-ticket items from the silent and live auctions.

A panel of judges and chefs will select winners in amateur and professional categories. A People’s Choice award will be voted on by attendees. Proceeds benefit the Eunice Community Health Center Clinic, which provides free and at-cost medical care for the working uninsured and under-insured people of the surrounding areas.

Taster’s Choice2025-01-28T10:25:22-06:00
18 Apr 2022

Jazz Night at Arpeggios

2024-07-19T14:20:27-05:00

Head to Arpeggios Lounge & Reception Center for a classy and jazzy night in downtown Opelousas, Louisiana. During select Sundays, the downtown restaurant turns into a swanky music venue. Catch the live jazz band and enjoy some of the restaurant’s delicious cocktails and hors d’oeuvres or mouth-watering Creole cuisine.

Jazz Night at Arpeggios2024-07-19T14:20:27-05:00

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