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One Acadiana Events: Dave & Buster's, Rock 'N' Bowl and More

ACADIANA, La – One Acadiana, the economic development organization serving a nine-parish region in Acadiana, will host three One Acadiana events in February: Chamber Connections, Member Meetup and Legislative Outlook.  One Acadiana strives to host a dynamic program of events…

Opelousas Museum Offers Creative Workshops with Local Artists

OPELOUSAS, La (press release) – The Opelousas Museum will offer workshops in visual, literary and musical arts in February and March. The workshops will use the current exhibit, "Where We Live: Opelousas Neighborhoods," as inspiration, which features the images and…

Lafayette to Host 2026 LHSAA State Golf Championships

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – The Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission (LCVC) announced that Lafayette will serve as host city for the 2026 Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) State Golf Championships. The LCVC shares that this continues a tradition…

Three New Exhibitions at Historic City Hall in Lake Charles

LAKE CHARLES, La (press release) – Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center will celebrate the opening of three new exhibitions on Friday, Feb. 6, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. The opening reception will include light refreshments and is free…

Leadership Institute of Acadiana Unveils Leadership Lafayette '26

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – The Leadership Institute of Acadiana announced its Leadership Lafayette cohort for 2026, culminating the 39th year of the program. “Leadership Lafayette continues to serve as a powerful space for leaders to gain perspective and grow…

New Vermilion Voyage: Paddle 50 Miles of Vermilion River

LAFAYETTE, La - Lafayette Travel and the Bayou Vermilion District partnered to host the Vermilion Voyage, a three-day overnight paddle down the Bayou Vermilion, from March 20-22.  The voyage will begin at the Acadiana Park Nature Station and end at…

Acadiana MLK Day Events Celebrated Today

MLK Day, happening every third Monday of January, honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. According to the online Congressional fact sheet, MLK Day was established  "to be a time for Americans to reflect on the…

Full Guide to Lafayette Parish King Cake

It’s Carnival season, which means it’s time to eat king cake for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Whether your seasonal goal is to share your favorite with coworkers, bring the best to friends or explore a new bakery each week, we’ve…

Walmart Will Invest $330M in Acadiana Distribution Center

OPELOUSAS, La (press release) – Louisiana Economic Development announced that Walmart plans to invest more than $330 million to modernize its regional distribution center in Opelousas. The company is expected to retain its workforce and transition roles toward higher-skilled positions…

Free Events for George Rodrigue Exhibit in Lake Charles

LAKE CHARLES, La – The Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center announced a series of free, public events celebrating the opening weekend of "Rodrigue: A Louisiana Cowboy," a major exhibition honoring the life, legacy and Louisiana roots of iconic…

New One Acadiana Executive Committee Leaders Appointed

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – One Acadiana announced three new appointments to its executive committee for a one-year term in 2026, made by Immediate Past Chairman Al Patin, CEO of Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center. “Each of these three business…

JPA Brings Musical Comedy to Lafon Performing Arts Center

LULING, La (press release) – Jefferson Performing Arts (JPA) presents “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change,” one of the longest-running Off-Broadway musicals in history, at the Lafon Performing Arts Center. As part of Lafon’s Community Series, JPA will present…

Upcoming Events at the Acadiana Center for the Arts

ACADIANA, La – The Acadiana Center for the Arts is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering art and culture throughout Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, St. Mary and Vermilion Parishes. The Acadiana Center for the Arts, located…

Your Guide to Local Coffee Shops in Lake Charles

A delicious cup of coffee you can't get at home, a locally-made pastry, the barista who has your order memorized, the quirky decor – these are the things that make local coffee shops so special. The list of local coffee…

Free Alzheimer’s Caregiver Conference in Lafayette

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) — The Alzheimer’s Association Louisiana Chapter announced that its free Caregiver Conference, originally scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 7, is rescheduled to Wednesday, March 18. The Caregiver Conference will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the…

Friday Night Live Music in Lafayette Parish

LAFAYETTE PARISH, La – With the holiday season behind us, many may be looking for a little fun to liven up their weekend. Friday night live music in Lafayette Parish is the perfect addition to any itinerary, and Lafayette Travel…

Select Local Businesses Named One Acadiana Ambassadors

Lafayette, La (press release) – One Acadiana (1A) announced its 2026 ambassadors, comprised of 62 business and community leaders. Serving as advocates for Acadiana’s economic growth, the Ambassador Program is One Acadiana’s most hands-on way to get involved with the…

Special George Rodrigue Exhibit Will Open in Lake Charles

Lake Charles, La (press release) – Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center in Lake Charles will open a special exhibition celebrating one of Louisiana’s most iconic artists, George Rodrigue.  The exhibit, “Rodrigue: A Louisiana Cowboy,” explores Rodrigue’s deep connection…

New Opelousas Museum Exhibit Showcases the Life of the Local

OPELOUSAS, La (press release) – The Opelousas Museum will open the "Where We Live: Opelousas Neighborhoods" exhibit on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, from 1 - 3 p.m. The exhibit showcases photographs contributed by residents of Opelousas, featuring everyday scenes, historic…

Acadiana New Year's Eve Events

ACADIANA, La –  Christmas Day planning, decorating, cooking and gift-wrapping is now over. After all of the hard work, it's time to celebrate 2025 and ring in a new year with Acadiana New Year's Eve Events near you. See the…

All Acadiana Christmas Events to End December

ACADIANA, La – Christmas Eve is here. It's time for food and family gatherings. But, if you're still looking to celebrate the season with Acadiana Christmas events you may have missed earlier, see the full list around the region below.…