Across the Region Universities begin fall 2026 with new options for SpaceX-related careers. Louisiana’s first online Ph.D. in Applied Computing and Information Sciences, emphasizing AI, debuts at UL Lafayette; UL’s $5 million Silicon Bayou Semiconductor Training Center also debuts. Fletcher…
October festivals in Acadiana are top of mind as we enter our second 'ber' month of the year, the one that typically marks the real start of fall for us in South Louisiana. October is packed with festivals and fall…
Lake Charles For a riveting distraction during the height of hurricane season, "Should the Waters Take Us" ($30 hardcover), the debut novel by Lake Charles native Stephanie Soileau, is a literary triumph that reaches across 400 years in a sweeping…
LAFAYETTE, La. (press release) – On June 3, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette will host the inaugural NIIMBL eXperience, an immersive program that will give K-12 science, technology, engineering and manufacturing (STEM) teachers an inside look at the biopharmaceutical…
HOUMA, La. (press release) – The Terrebonne Parish Library System invites writers, readers and literary enthusiasts to attend the free 21st Annual Jambalaya Writers’ Conference on Saturday, April 25, at the Terrebonne Parish Main Library (151 Library Dr. in Houma).…
OPELOUSAS, La. – The Opelousas Museum will host Community Conversations, inviting community members to share and listen to stories on April 21 at the Opelousas Museum. Locals are invited to share stories of people and activities, past and present, in…
ST. MARTINVILLE, La. – The Acadian Memorial Heritage Festival takes place March 20-21 at the Acadian Memorial in St. Martinville, showcasing Acadian history, culture, music and traditions. The free, family-friendly festival is on Bayou Teche at S. New Market St.…
HOUMA, La – Spring events at Terrebonne Parish Library range from the weekly Downtown Houma Makers Market on Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. in the parking lot of the main library to the all-day Spring Scavenger Hunt on March 31 at…
LAFAYETTE, La – We're exactly one week away from Mardi Gras Day. Now is the time to celebrate if you haven't been. And if you have been, now is the time to finish strong for Fat Tuesday on Feb. 17…
Youngsville The locally owned fast-casual Tropical Smoothie Café is making its debut (in the former Zorba’s space on Chemin Metairie Parkway) with a menu of made-to-order smoothies, wraps, bowls, flatbreads, breakfast items and salads. The new Dumpling Hour restaurant (also…
LAKE CHARLES, La – From parades and mask-making to all that’s in between, February is full of Lake Charles Mardi Gras events. As we quickly approach the final two weeks leading up to Mardi Gras, we want to make sure…
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…
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…
LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Acadiana, a 1-to-1 youth mentoring organization, has tickets on sale now for its annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre fundraiser. Event: Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre: "The Death of a Showgirl" The…
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…
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…
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, 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…
LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – "What the Constitution Means to Me," a play that explores how the U.S. Constitution affects our lives, will be on stage at the Theater at Baranco in Lafayette for one show only. Organizers share that…
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…
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…
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…
Youngsville The Latin-owned brunch and coffee brand Bistrology (founded in Miramar Beach, Florida) is opening soon in Youngsville featuring its signature over-the-top theatrical coffee service, vibrant Latin-fusion cuisine and a jungle-inspired setting and patio. Also in Youngsville is the recently…
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…