The Opelousas Farmer's Market is open throughout the year every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. You can discover bounties of homegrown fruits, vegetables, preserves and jellies, and more.

Farmers' Market Pavilion | 6:30am-10:30am | Free Admission

337-435-1023
828 E. Landry St.
Opelousas, LA 70570

Prenez une tasse de café avec nous et partager la conversation et le plaisir avec d'autres francophones. Tous sont les bienvenus pour que le plus dialectes sont parlés. Conversation libre et sujets ciblés sont tous deux encouragés. Ces conversations ont lieu le dernier mercredi de chaque mois sauf avis contraire. Venez découvrir la culture des habitants et des musiciens de la région. Si vous êtes chanceux, vous pourriez réussir à voir une performance improvisé.

Whiteville School House à Le Vieux Village | 20H30-21H30 | Entrée libre

Grab a cup of coffee with us and share conversation and fun with other French speakers. All are welcome as multiple dialects are spoken. Free conversation and focused topics are both encouraged. These conversations are held the last Wednesday of every month unless otherwise announced. Come and experience the culture with locals and musicians of the area. If you're lucky, you just might catch an impromptu performance. 

Whiteville School House in Le Vieux Village | 8:30pm-9:30pm | Free Admission

337-948-6263
828 E. Landry St.
Opelousas, LA 70570

The Eunice Farmers Market is open year-round every Wednesday and Saturday. Customers can choose from seasonal garden fruits and vegetables (when available), jellies, jams, pickles, honey, bread, sweet dough pies, pecan pie muffins, and other homemade sweet treats. Arts and crafts may appear from time to time as vendors are available.

Downtown Eunice | Wednesday 1:00pm and Saturday 8:00am | Free Admission

337-457-6503
Downtown
Eunice, LA 70535

Fresh Louisiana seafood and mouthwatering gourmet burgers aren't all that's on the menu at Rocky's. Every Wednesday night Rocky's Cajun Kitchen is serving up authentic Cajun French music from both amateurs and local artists. These laidback gatherings are referred to as jam sessions, in which anyone can bring their favorite instrument and participate. 

Rocky's Cajun Kitchen | 6pm-9pm | Free Admission
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337-457-6999
1415 E. Laurel Ave.
Eunice, LA 70535

It's thoroughbred racing at Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino every Wednesday through Saturday. Come out and enjoy this fast-paced competition in the first entertainment complex in America designed to combine horse racing and casino gaming. Post time is at 5:40pm.

Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino | 5:40pm | Free Admission
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337-594-3000
2235 Creswell Ln.
Opelousas, LA 70570

Prenant place tous les jeudis, rejoinez le groupe des francophones désireux de quilting en francais de garder ces deux aspects de la culture locale bien vivante. Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus!

Nunu Arts et culture collective | 13H30-15H30 | Entrée libre

Taking place every Thursday, join the group of French speakers keen on quilting en francais to keep these two aspects of local culture alive and well. All skill levels welcome!

NUNU Arts and Culture Collective | 1:30pm-3:30pm | Free Admission

337-754-7115
1510 Bayou Courtableau Hwy.
Arnaudville, LA 70512

The Opelousas Farmer's Market is open throughout the year every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. You can discover bounties of homegrown fruits, vegetables, preserves and jellies, and more.

Farmers' Market Pavilion | 6:30am-10:30am | Free Admission

337-435-1023
828 E. Landry St.
Opelousas, LA 70570

It's thoroughbred racing at Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino every Wednesday through Saturday. Come out and enjoy this fast-paced competition in the first entertainment complex in America designed to combine horse racing and casino gaming. Post time is at 5:40pm.

Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino | 5:40pm | Free Admission
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337-594-3000
2235 Creswell Ln.
Opelousas, LA 70570

Every year the village is set aglow with lights and enough holiday cheer for all. The evening begins with an upbeat melody of rhythm by members of the Opelousas High School marching band followed by the official “pulling of the switch,” which will illuminate thousands of lights in the village. Offering a variety of activities for the little ones, the annual lighting event will include a petting zoo, choir music, an obstacle course fun jump, a cupcake decorating station, and an ornament making station where kids can design their own holiday ornaments. Special guests for the event include Frosty the Snowman, Queen Elsa, Mickey & Minnie Mouse, Elmo and Balloon Man Rick Hessler. And of course, Santa Clause will be on site and holiday photos with Santa will be offered.

The Village stays lit through January 1, 2016 for the public to enjoy.

Le Vieux Village | 5pm-8pm

337-948-6263
828 E. Landry St.
Opelousas, LA 70570

Every year The Academy the Sacred Heart offers a little Christmas cheer, holiday shopping, and amazing local cuisine. This is a perfect opportunity to view the gorgeous yet sacred grounds, including the alley of the oaks. At the Holiday Market, guests have first selection from as many as 75 unique vendors offering antiques, estate jewelry, Christmas accessories, objects d’art, children’s apparel, and home and garden accessories. All are invited to enjoy shopping, dining and holiday merriment in the enchanting setting in historical Grand Coteau. 

Holiday Market - Dec 2 & 3
Time:  9am-4pm
Admission:  $8.00 

Gourmet Luncheon - Dec 2
11am first seating | 1pm second seating
$50 per person, $375 per table of 8 | Admission includes entrance to the Holiday Market

Cookies at Coteau - Dec 3
Includes lunch, Christmas crafts, and a photo with Santa
11am-1pm | for ages 4-10 | $15 admission, $5 for each additional child per family

Eat, Drink & Be Merry Saturday Luncheon! - Dec 3 
Lunch and fashion show | 11:30am 
 $35 per person, $250 per table of 8 | Ticket includes entrance to the Holiday Market

Gala on the Grounds - Dec 3
Food, cocktails, live music, and a live auction 
11:30am | $100 per person
 
Academy of the Sacred Heart | Friday 9am-4pm | Saturday 9am-3pm | $8 entry to market 

337-662-5275
1821 Academy Rd.
Grand Coteau, LA 70541

Sunset, Louisiana is a jambalaya of arts and music! The Rubboard Capitol of the World is also known for its collection of vintage shops and antique dealers, most of which carry original artwork by area artists. The first Friday of every month, visit local galleries and shops for unique finds and participate in a traditional Cajun jam session where local musicians "fiddle around" in a casual setting. Anyone with an instrument is welcomed to hop in. 

Downtown Sunset on Napoleon Avenue | 5:30pm-8pm | Free event  

337-662-2223
Napoleon Ave.
Sunset, LA 70584

Du Café et de la discution, tout en français!—Le café et la conversation décontractée en français cadien. Aide à préserver le patrimoine français de la Louisiane dans notre coin du sud-ouest de la Louisiane. Apprendre, pratiquer et améliorer vos compétences Cajun français. Les participants se rassemblent souvent autour de la table et échanger des histoires cohérentes avec le thème choisi de la journée. Utilisation du français encourage, bien sûr, cependant les orateurs français partagent leurs histoires en anglais aussi, pour que tous le long de la conversation tous le monde puisse suivre. Hébergé par le Cajun Prairie chapter de OLLI à LSU Eunice, ces conversations auront lieu chaque vendredi, sauf avis contraire.

9H-10H | Entrée Libre

Du Café et du discutation, tout en français!—Coffee and casual conversational in Cajun French. Help to preserve Louisiana French heritage in our corner of Southwest Louisiana. Learn, practice and improve your Cajun French skills. Participants often gather around the table and swap stories consistent with the chosen theme of the day. Use of French encouraged, of course, however French speakers share their stories in English as well, for all to follow along. Hosted by the Cajun Prairie Chapter of OLLI at LSU Eunice, these conversations will take place every Friday, unless otherwise announced. 

Continuing Education Building at LSUE, Room 117 | 9am-10am | Free Admission

337-550-1390
2048 Johnson Hwy.
Eunice, LA 70535

Fresh Louisiana seafood and mouthwatering gourmet burgers aren't all that's on the menu at Rocky's. Every Friday and Saturday night Rocky's Cajun Kitchen is serving up authentic Cajun French music by local favorites. Dine in on a Wednesday and participate in a true Cajun jam session, where anyone is welcome to join in!

Dec 2 – Wallace Trahan & Rice N’ Gravy
Dec 3 – Ricky Dodd & Second Tyme Around
Dec 9 – Paul Daigle & Cajun Gold 
Dec 16 – Cajun On Demand 
Dec 17 – Lakeview Playboys 
Dec 23 – Kegan Navarre & Louisiana Tradition
Dec 30 – Backyard Boys

6pm-9pm | Free Admission 

337-457-6999
1415 E. Laurel Ave.
Eunice, LA 70535

It's thoroughbred racing at Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino every Wednesday through Saturday. Come out and enjoy this fast-paced competition in the first entertainment complex in America designed to combine horse racing and casino gaming. Post time is at 5:40pm.

Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino | 5:40pm | Free Admission
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337-594-3000
2235 Creswell Ln.
Opelousas, LA 70570

The legendary Silver Slipper has reopened to the delight of many locals with a Cajun-Asian fusion menu and juicy hamburgers. Local Bayou Teche Brewing Acadie beer flows on tap and a drive through daiquiri window is available. Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday listen to live music belted from local musicians. 

Silver Slipper Cajun Hibachi Grill | Friday & Saturday 6:30pm-10:30pm | Sunday 10am-2pm | Free Admission

337-879-2050
2818 Hwy. 31
Arnaudville, LA 70512

Visit the French-speaking community of Arnaudville for a day filled with live music, arts, culture and more. Plus, bring a partner and enter the Zydeco Dance Competition! 

Click here for nearby accommodations! 

The Al Berard Music Festival is a fundraising event for the Al Berard Memorial Music Fund at Community Foundation of Acadiana (CFA). The fund directly supports Acadiana’s unique musical culture by providing instruments, master teachers, and music scholarships to students of all ages. We also support community-based organizations that support our rich culture. The fund honors the late Al Berard, who was a mentor for music lovers everywhere. His passion was to teach everyone about his love for music and the Cajun/Creole culture in which he lived. Through this fund, his passion lives on today. 

This event always falls on the first Saturday of December.

12pm-12:45pm – Lafayette Parish Gifted Music Students
12:30pm-1:30pm – Cajun jam session hosted by Brazos Huval + students
1pm-2:15pm – Major Handy & Lil' Buck Senegal
2:30pm-4pm – Michael Juan Nunez
4:30pm-6pm – Horace Trahan and the Ossun Express (Zydeco Dance Competition)
6:30pm-8pm – Traiteurs Reunion with Sonny Landreth

NUNU Arts & Culture Collective | 12pm-8pm | $10 admission 

337-344-3821
1510 Courtableau Hwy.
Arnaudville, LA 70512

Get a little Christmas cheer from one of the few early music ensembles in the state of Louisiana, BREVE. The Baton Rouge Early Vocal Ensemble is an acapella group dedicated to the performance of lesser-known masterpieces of the Renaissance and Baroque eras. BREVE is led by founder and artistic director, William Plummer. Mr. Plummer is the Director of Choral Activities at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. He and his ensemble continue give awestruck performances across the state. 

St. John’s Episcopal Church | 6pm | Free Admission  

337-826-7337
308 Church St.
Washington, LA 70589

Local artisans, musicians and more show off their skills with demonstrations of music, dancing, quilting, and the French language. Practice your Cajun two-step with the assistance of an expert volunteer and music provided by local musicians. Watch scrap fabrics become a beautiful quilt, and come hungry for a foodways presentation by locals and professional chefs. 

Saturday, November 26, Chef Jason Huguet of the Steamboat Warehouse Restaurant will be the guest chef in the demo kitchen!  

Activities Schedule
10am-12pm – Explore & Restore Crafts for Kids
1pm – Presentation
1pm-2:30mp – Cajun Conversation w/ Mat Fruge
2pm-2:20pm – Quilting Lesson 
3pm – Music & Dance Lesson 
4pm – Allons Manger! (Let's go eat)

It doesn't end there! Work off that rich cuisine with more dancing at the Liberty Theater's Rendez-vous des Cajuns.

Jean Lafitte National Park & Preserve Prairie Acadiana Cultural Center | 10am-6pm | Free Admission 
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337-457-8499
250 Park Ave.
Eunice, LA 70535

The Opelousas Farmer's Market is open throughout the year every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. You can discover bounties of homegrown fruits, vegetables, preserves and jellies, and more.

Farmers' Market Pavilion | 6:30am-10:30am | Free Admission

337-435-1023
828 E. Landry St.
Opelousas, LA 70570

The Eunice Farmers Market is open year-round every Wednesday and Saturday. Customers can choose from seasonal garden fruits and vegetables (when available), jellies, jams, pickles, honey, bread, sweet dough pies, pecan pie muffins, and other homemade sweet treats. Arts and crafts may appear from time to time as vendors are available.

Downtown Eunice | Wednesday 1:00pm and Saturday 8:00am | Free Admission

337-457-6503
Downtown
Eunice, LA 70535