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Lafayette Holiday Events to End the Season

LAFAYETTE, La  – With less than 10 days until Christmas and just over two weeks until the new year, don't miss out on your last chances in 2025 to celebrate the holidays in Lafayette. See all of the Lafayette holiday…

Holiday Snacks to Wow Your Guests

The holiday season is ramping up. This is a time for joy, celebration, giving, friends, family – but, mostly, it's time for snacking. Whether it’s bonding with Grandpa over which pre-dinner dish on the table is the best, or using…

5 Acadiana Holiday Drinks from Local Favorites

Your curated Acadiana Holiday Drinks list from local favorite spots is here! Holiday parties are in full swing as 2025 comes to a close. The pressure is on. Will you meet the expectations that last year's host set at the…

Shop Acadiana: 1A’s Directory of 700+ Local Businesses

ACADIANA, La – Shop Acadiana with One Acadiana's local online business directory. One Acadiana (1A), the Greater Lafayette Chamber of Commerce, encourages shopping small and locally this holiday season. 1A shares that local businesses are the heart of Acadiana. To…

Christmas in the Park at Moncus Park Returns This Weekend

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) — Moncus Park will transform into a holiday wonderland for Christmas in the Park, presented by First Horizon Bank, Friday, Dec. 12 - Sunday, Dec. 14. Supporting year-round operations, maintenance, safety and environmental care of the…

Lake Charles Presents Christmas Glow Show

LAKE CHARLES, La (press release) —The City of Lake Charles announced the schedule for the Christmas Glow Show, a festive and immersive holiday projection experience running until Dec. 26 on the front lawn of Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural…

Abbeville Christmas Stroll Rescheduled: What to Know

ABBEVILLE, La (press release) – The City of Abbeville announced that its annual Abbeville Christmas Stroll is rescheduled to Thursday, Dec. 11, due to the weather. As part of the reschedule, the Tree Lighting Ceremony originally planned for Dec. 4…

Grammy Winner David Phelps Will Tour in Lake Charles

LAKE CHARLES, La (press release) — Grammy Winner David Phelps will bring his festive "One Wintry Night Tour" to the South Lake Theater on Tuesday, Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. The one-night only tour in Lake Charles features Christmas classics…

Acadian Village Hosts 45th Annual Christmas Festival

LAFAYETTE, LA – LARC's Acadian Village has its 45th annual Christmas festival fundraiser, Noel Acadien au Village, Dec. 1 - 23. Organizers of the event share that proceeds from the Christmas festival fundraiser benefit those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.…

New Episode of “Gumbo People” Features Erica Fox

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – Lafayette Travel released the latest episode of its original video series "Gumbo People," featuring Erica Fox, the curator and story keeper behind Maison Creole de Freetown, Lafayette’s African American history museum. "My passion comes from…

November Holiday Events in Lake Charles

Ready to celebrate the holidays? As November ends, a range of holiday events in Lake Charles leads up to December. Enjoy the full guide below on everything holiday-related. "The Nutcracker" at Lake Area Ballet Theatre  This season, the Lake Area…

“The Creole Nutcracker” Returns to Acadiana

Lafayette, La (press release) – This year, "The Creole Nutcracker" returns Saturday, Dec. 20, at 7 p.m. at the Heymann Performing Arts Center. "The Creole Nutcracker," presented by Heritage Parc, blends Louisiana culture with the classic story of "The Nutcracker"…

How Participation in Taste Louisiana Impacts Acadia Parish

This year, “Taste Louisiana in NYC” brought the diverse flavors of Louisiana to Chelsea Market in New York City, featuring dishes from 11 renowned Louisiana chefs. Taste Louisiana is a collaborative effort of the Louisiana Travel Association and the Louisiana…

U.S. Tour of “Menopause The Musical 2” Comes to Luling

LULING, La (press release) – "Menopause The Musical 2" comes to Luling at the Lafon Performing Arts Center for one performance only on Nov. 20. "Menopause The Musical 2" is the sequel to the international show "Menopause The Musical," a…

Downtown Lafayette Hosts 15th Annual Southern Screen Festival

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – The 15th annual Southern Screen Festival will be presented in Downtown Lafayette, Louisiana Nov. 13-16. Festival Highlights include educational session: "Film + Brand: How Entertainment Can Advance The World with Elliot Kotek (The Nation of…

Advertise – Top Doctors

The Top Doctors listing will have over 300 listings in 50 Categories who were nominated by their peers in a survey process by Castle and Connolly Medical LTD. In addition to being direct mailed to homes and businesses, this issue…

Actor Roger Guenveur Smith Kicks Off PASA Popups at Baranco

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – Actor Roger Guenveur Smith returns to Lafayette with a new solo performance: "In Honor of Jean-Michel Basquiat." The play is a tribute to the acclaimed neo-expressionist painter whose career skyrocketed in the 1980's, and whose…

EatLafayette Presents 2025 Acadiana Eats Festival IV

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – EatLafayette announced the return of Acadiana Eats Festival IV, set for Saturday, Nov. 1, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at West Village in Scott. This free, family-friendly festival will highlight some of Acadiana’s best…

Best Boudin in Acadiana

The greatest Boudin ever made can be found in the heart of Acadiana, in a cross section of towns vying for pork supremacy defined by extravagant self-appointed monikers that belie a deep cultural pride. Jennings, LA, calls itself the “Boudin…

Spend the Day in The Oil Center

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Advertise – Weddings

In this special wedding-focused issue of Acadiana Profile, we will showcase the best venues to inspire brides and grooms planning their big day across Acadiana. This is the perfect opportunity to put your venue, cakes, dress, or jewelry business in front of…

Free Media Arts Workshops Return to AOC Community Media

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) - AOC Community Media announced the return of its Deep Digital workshop series, monthly, hands-on media arts classes designed to spark creativity and build practical skills in adults across Acadiana. These free sessions – organizers share…

Advertise – Cultural Tours in Acadiana

Acadiana is bursting with creativity, whether it’s coming from our culture or from visiting visual and performing artists. Literally all of Acadiana offers special cultural experiences. In the October/November issue, Acadiana Profile magazine will feature a Cultural tour around the…

Krystal Jones

A top producer for Keller Williams Real Estate, Krystal Jones will soon be showcased nationally on The American Dream TV show, a program that highlights real estate professionals across the country as they work and grow within their local markets.…

Meet The Builder: Missy Manuel

Manuel Builders has been building homes for over 65 years, earning a reputation for both quality craftsmanship and a strong, people-first culture. Rooted in the values of community, excellence, and integrity, the company takes pride in delivering a positive homebuilding…

Fidelity Bank Launches Free Marketing Program for Local Businesses

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – Fidelity Bank has entered an exclusive partnership with Anntoine Marketing + Design to create a brand-new program called ProMotion – a social selling program that provides new business banking customers access to free marketing consulting…

Po-boy Trail Launches Celebrating Iconic Louisiana Sandwich

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – Lafayette Travel and EatLafayette announced the official launch of the Po-boy Trail, a new experience that shines a spotlight on one of Louisiana’s most beloved foods, the po-boy. This self-guided trail features more than 70…

Tuesday with Friends: A Summer Series of Music, Stories & Community

LAKE CHARLES, La (press release) – The City of Lake Charles presents “Tuesdays with Friends” a weekly event designed to bring the community together through live music, storytelling, and conversation. It is an intimate, laid back series where music, storytelling,…

Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Louisiana

Did you know that Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Louisiana (RMHCSLA) has a location in the Acadiana region? The Ronald McDonald Family Room at Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s & Children’s Hospital is designed to support families through their…

Moncus Park

Moncus Park is more than a park. It’s a community-powered success story that stretches across 100 acres in the heart of Lafayette. With nearly 10,000 visitors each week, it has become a place where memories are made, kids can explore,…

LARC

Since their inception, LARC has been committed to fully integrating the people they serve into the mainstream community and workforce. Along with all the help they’ve provided for our community, they have played a vital role in empowering individuals with…