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MiscellaneousJurassic Quest | CAJUNDOMELafayette Cajundome12:00 AMMAY23MiscellaneousCajun Heartland State Fair 2024 Daily WristbandCajundome Grounds - MAY23Miscellaneous2024 Cajun Heartland State Fair EntryCajundome GroundsJUN12MusicLauren Daigle the Kaleidoscope TourLafayette Cajundome7:00 PM
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Lafayette ( / ˌlæfiːˈɛt, ˌlɑːf -/, French: [lafajɛt]) is the most populous city in and parish seat of Lafayette Parish in the U.S. state of Louisiana, [3] located along the Vermilion River. It is Louisiana's fourth-most populous city with a 2020 census population of 121,374; [4] the consolidated city-parish's population was 241,753 in 2020. [5] .
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- General Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette
- Cajun Food Tours
- Acadiana Center For The Arts
- Good Eats with A Side of Live Music
- Vermilionville
- Get Outdoors at Lake Martin
- Festival Fun
- Unique Lodging
- Acadian Cultural Center
- Explore Public Art
- Visit Larc's Acadian Village
No trip to Lafayette is complete without sampling your fill of boudin, cracklins and other Cajun staples. Schedule a tasting trip with Cajun Food Toursand stop at six different eateries where you'll learn about the history of the cuisine and sample some of the best dishes in town, all for one low price.
If you're a lover of the arts, the Acadiana Center for the Artsis a great place for you to check out neat visual art exhibitions and live concert performances. Plus, the Center hosts the montly ArtWalk throughout the Downtown Lafayette Cultural District.
Just about anywhere you go in the Lafayette area, you'll hear the sounds of Cajun and Zydeco music and we dare you to try and keep your feet still. The area is home to many notable musicians including Chubby Carrier, Zachary Richard and Roddie Romero, just to name a few. You won't have to choose between eating out or catching a live music show in L...
Head over to Vemilionville, a living history museum and and folklife park along the Bayou Vermilion to learn about the culture of Native Americans, Africans, Creoles and people of African descent in the area from the time period 1765-1890. See how these groups interacted and how their influence played a part in what made the Lafayette of today. Din...
Whether you prefer soft adventure or full-on nature immersions, the swampy ecosystem at the Cypress Island Nature Preserve will pique your interest. See native birds among the Spanish moss-draped Cypress trees on a hike around the lake's edge or explore by water on a kayak tour. Book swamp tours the entire family will enjoy with outfitters like Cha...
From music to food and many things in between, you'll find a festival to celebrate it in the Lafayette area. Every April, people from around the globe gather for the largest Francophone event in the world—Festival International de Louisiane. Hundreds of local and international musicians, visual performers and artists converge on multiple stages for...
Blue Moon Guesthouse has been heralded as one of the best lodging experiences in the South. The European-style hostel features a back porch saloon with live music that attracts visitors from near and far. The Guesthouse is conveniently located near downtown, and the Borden’s Ice Cream Shoppe(circa 1940) just across the street is the perfect spot to...
At the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve, you'll find the Acadian Cultural Center. The Center depicts the story of the Acadians who settled the prairies, bayous & marshes of southern Lousiana through interesting displays and exhibits explaining the origins and culture of these peoples. See The Cajun Way: Echoes of Acadia,a 35-minute ...
There's no shortage of public art in the area and the Lafayette Mural Project provides myriad opportunities for a walking tour of the Hub City and plenty of photo-ops. Here's a great blog post with information about mural artists and locations. And definitely don't leave town without posing as the "Y" in the YLafayette signon Vermilion Street in do...
If Cajun culture is your curiosity, Acadian Village is a must-visit. This living history museum demonstrates early-Acadian life in the 19th century. They offer large and small group tours, or you're welcome to guide yourself. If you visit during the holiday season, be sure to enjoy lights, rides, entertainment and a visit with Papa Noel at Noel Aca...
Jul 13, 2011 · Welcome To. Lafayette, Louisiana. A World Within Ourselves. Lafayette is at the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun & Creole Country, an area known as the Happiest City in America where people visit for a genuine Cajun & Creole experience. Lafayette has a distinct culinary identity as the epicenter of Cajun & Creole cuisine that’s earned them the ...
Things to Do in Lafayette, Louisiana: See Tripadvisor's 35,975 traveler reviews and photos of Lafayette tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in May. We have reviews of the best places to see in Lafayette. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
Lafayette, Louisiana Authentic Cajun Destination: Live Entertainment, Culture and Swamp Tours. Find a Place to Stay. Check Rates. Let the good times roll in Lafayette. With music, cuisine, festivals, culture, shopping, arts, outdoors and much more. Come kick back and relax today.
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Feb 4, 2024 · The Best Things to Do in Lafayette Louisiana. 1) Go on a Swamp Tour. 2) Eat Some Crawfish. 3) Tour the Tabasco Factory on Avery Island. 4) Get in Touch with Nature at Jungle Gardens on Avery Island. 5) Stay in a Historical Plantation Home. 6) Explore Downtown Lafayette. 7) Broaden Your Mind at the Lafayette Science Museum.
Here you’ll find unique places to stay, exceptional dining and nightlife options, and some of the nicest people around. Our Downtown prides itself on welcoming visitors and we hope you will feel at home here. Scroll to see our visitor’s guide to Downtown Lafayette!
