Festival de la Vie returns to downtown Lafayette  on Saturday, January 17 , bringing the community together for a meaningful celebration centered on life, faith, and unity. Held at Parc San Souci , the event welcomes individuals and families from across Acadiana for a day of reflection, prayer, and fellowship. The festival traditionally begins with a peaceful prayer walk , followed by uplifting praise and worship music and an inspirational guest speaker. Designed to be family-friendly,...

Don’s Seafood has long been a staple of the Lafayette dining scene, offering classic Cajun and Louisiana-style seafood in a warm, welcoming setting. What began as a local seafood spot has grown into a well-known name across the state, while still staying true to its roots in flavor, hospitality, and community. The menu at Don’s Seafood features a wide variety of Gulf favorites, including shrimp, oysters, fish, gumbo, and étouffée, along with signature dishes that add a bold Cajun twist to...

The excitement of rodeo season returns to Acadiana as the 73rd Annual Mid-Winter Fair & Pro Rodeo  rides back into Blackham Coliseum  in Lafayette from January 8–11, 2026 . A longtime winter tradition, this four-day event brings together heart-pounding competition, family-friendly entertainment, and classic Louisiana rodeo spirit. Fans can expect professional rodeo action featuring bull riding, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, calf roping, barrel racing, and team roping , showcasing...