13 Jun 2022

Catch Fish Cook-Off

2026-04-02T13:43:19-05:00

Who thinks they can become the Catch Fish King? Come cook your best catfish recipe (cooked any way you’d like) and join this fishing tournament at Riverview RV Resort in Krotz Springs on Saturday, June 19.

Registration for the fishing tournament is $25 per person. Fishing lasts from 7am on Saturday with a final weigh in on Sunday at 5pm. There should be no more than 3 people per team.  1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will win a cash prize and there’s a trophy for the biggest catch.

The cook-off is on June 20th and is $40 per team. Set up and registration is from 8am-10am. General admission bracelets may be purchased at front entrance building. $10 per person, 12 & under FREE. Judging starts at 2:30pm. Stay tuned for the live music.

Those who aspire to be the Catch Fish King must place in both categories.

Register by calling 337-351-4260.

Catch Fish Cook-Off2026-04-02T13:43:19-05:00
27 May 2022

Louisiana Farm Concert

2022-10-10T13:01:00-05:00

On October 29th, head to La Casetta at the Farm in Melville, Louisiana for an unforgettable concert. Check out James McCann, Taylor McCann, and Northbound Drifters as they perform on the sprawling and secluded grounds of the hunting lodge turned event venue.

Opt in for the 1 hour tour to see their sugarcane, cattle, and grain operations from 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm. Immediately following will be the concert that’ll continue until 7:30 pm.

Heartland Tours’ is hosting this event as part of their Louisiana Farm Tour this fall. If you don’t want the full three-night tour of the agriculture industry in Louisiana, you can still have fun by hopping in at La Casetta on Saturday for the concert for only $30 per ticket. Stay tuned to their Facebook Page for ticket information.

Louisiana Farm Concert2022-10-10T13:01:00-05:00
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

2026-04-23T13:23:12-05:00

On June 6th, 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 Show2026-04-23T13:23:12-05:00
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
1 Apr 2022

Rockin’ on the Runway

2025-08-06T11:45:45-05:00

Rockin’ on the Runway is an annual aerobatic performance event in Sunset, Louisiana. Drive-in or fly-in to witness the stunning aerial maneuvers by talented flyers. Following the air show, you can drink and dance to live music.

At this family-friendly event, kids can enjoy airplane rides and fun activities. Take them around to check out the antique and suped-up cars on display at the car show.

Tickets are $20 on pre-sale or $25 on the day of. Children 12 and under get in free.

Rockin’ on the Runway2025-08-06T11:45:45-05:00
1 Apr 2022

Clovis Crawfish’s Platinum Birthday

2022-04-01T10:59:56-05:00

On April 9th at the Eunice Depot Museum in Downtown Eunice, Louisiana, beloved literary character, Clovis Crawfish, is celebrating his Platinum Birthday Party. Gather around the Clovis Crawfish Statue with Julie Fontenot Landry. She’s the daughter of the Cajun Country literary icon and creator of Clovis, Mary Alice Fontenot.

Visit the museum and learn about the history of this musical town. There’s a lot to see in the old train depot. You should stick around after the event. There’s so much to explore in downtown including shopping boutiques, restaurants, and more.

Children of all ages are invited to attend. For more information contact the Eunice Depot Museum at 337-457-6540.

Clovis Crawfish’s Platinum Birthday2022-04-01T10:59:56-05:00
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
21 Mar 2022

Fête de la Nature

2026-04-22T11:19:16-05:00

Fête de la Nature is a celebration of Acadiana’s natural surroundings through art, music, food, and science. This event takes place at Atelier de la Nature in Arnaudville, Louisiana. Throughout the day, scientists will lead an open-to-the-public BioBlitz. At the BioBlitz, participants search for every species of bird, reptile, insect, plant and fungus living at the reserve.

Register for this event for free here.

A benefit crawfish boil will be run by our great team of volunteers. Crawfish will be $20 for 3lbs. Proceeds will help fund Atelier de la Nature’s education programs.

Tickets available for:

  • General Admission: FREE – Please register to attend
  • Crawfish (3lbs crawfish + 2 potatoes) presale: $20
  • Camping (per tent): $10

Crawfish will also be sold at the event, as well as other concessions (card and cash accepted).

During lunch, we will also enjoy a performance by ŒUVAL (pronounced Huval as in the family name), a Lafayette band that digs deep into their heritage and surroundings to bridge the traditional and modern and infuse their Cajun Créole Zydeco music with attitude.

Event schedule:

  • 6:30-8 Birds
  • 8-10 Arthropods
  • 10-12 Amphibians, Reptiles & Fishes
  • 12-2 Crawfish Boil and Music
  • 2-5 Plants, Fungus, Mammals
  • 5-8 set up tents, dinner break and fire
  • 8-onwards: Nocturnal insects, bats, night-hikes, pond walk, bonfire and camping

FREE registration is REQUIRED for all attendees. If you’d like to support Atelier de la Nature, a donation would be greatly appreciated. Suggested donation is $10.

Multilingual accessibility (French/Spanish/English). Please contact us for other accessibility requests.

Fête de la Nature2026-04-22T11:19:16-05:00

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

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