Once labeled as The Devil Dance, the Xactci Dance has returned. But why now? Citizens of the Canneci Tinné Tribe of the Louisiana Apache, based in Lafayette and St. Martin parishes, presented the once forbidden Xactci Dance for the first…
LAKE CHARLES, La (press release) — This year, the City of Lake Charles will add a new Christmas Walking Parade to its annual Light Up The Lake celebration at the Lake…
RAYNE, La (press release) — The Acadia Parish Tourism Office nominated the City of Rayne to participate in the nationwide contest "America’s Favorite Small Towns," presented by Parade magazine and…
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…
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"…
LAFAYETTE, La (press release) — The Lafayette Ballet Theatre will celebrate the 25th anniversary of "The Nutcracker" with its performances on Saturday, Dec. 13, and Sunday, Dec. 14. Founded in 1982, the Lafayette Ballet Theatre is Acadiana’s only professional classical…
OPELOUSAS, La (press release) – Citizens of the Canneci Tinné Tribe of the Louisiana Apache will present the Xactci Dance on Saturday, Nov. 22, during National American Indian Heritage Month. The Canneci Tinné Apache Tribe has lived in Louisiana since…
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…
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…
NEW YORK, NY (press release) – Local Grammy Award-winning artist Wayne Toups, sponsored by Acadia Parish Tourism, performed at “Taste Louisiana in New York City” on Oct. 28 at Chelsea Market. The event included food from 11 Louisiana Chefs in…
LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – Candlelight, a series of live concerts presented by Fever, brings Christmas carols to Lafayette with its "Christmas Carols on Strings" performance, featuring thousands of candles in the Petroleum Club of Lafayette and holiday melodies performed…
LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – Lafayette Travel released the fourth episode of its original video series "Gumbo People," which highlights the artists, culture bearers and professionals who help shape the parish’s cultural identity. The newest episode spotlights Ben Pierce, a Lafayette-based…
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…
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…
LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – Lafayette Travel President & CEO Ben Berthelot has been appointed Chair of the Southeast Tourism Society’s (STS) Executive Committee, making him the principal volunteer leader for the organization that represents the tourism industry across 13…
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…
NEW ORLEANS – Louisiana Life and Acadiana Profile, two Renaissance Publishing titles, earned a combined 17 awards at the 2025 International Regional Magazine Awards (IRMA). These honors recognize excellence in journalism for content produced in 2024. Each year, IRMA’s prestigious awards…
LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – This brunch will blend meaningful conversation, community care, and comfort food. It's a space to pause, connect, and support mental health access for all. What to Expect: Expect a curated coffee bar, brunch from Reggie’s…
LAKE CHARLES, La (press release) – Meet Me at the Market is back and better than ever! On Saturday, Sept. 13, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., the community is invited to gather on the front lawn of Historic City Hall…
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…
LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – Festivals Acadiens et Créoles announced the music lineup for the annual three-day FREE Cajun and Zydeco music festival, which will take place Friday, Oct. 10, Saturday, Oct. 11, and Sunday, Oct. 12, at Girard Park in Lafayette.…
LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana is proud to announce the 2025 Lafayette Business Conference, taking place on Wednesday, Sept. 10, at the LITE Center, located at 537 Cajundome Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70506, from…
LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – Lafayette has been nominated for Best Place to Visit for Fall in USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. Over the next four weeks, the public can vote for their favorite destination once per day until…
OPELOUSAS, La (press release) – The Kiwanis Club of Opelousas announced the return of its 5th year Co-Ed Softball Tournament. Organizers share the event has expanded this year to include Cook’n for Kiwanis Anything Over Rice Cook-off, Live Musical Entertainment…