Experience the heart of New Orleans music heritage at the 19th annual Satchmo Music Festival from August 2nd-4th. This festival celebrates the life, love, and music of Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong who influenced the jazz genre in the 1920s with his inventive trumpet solos and scat singing. The toe-tappin, funky-groovy down to the bone goosebumps, jazz …
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This Fourth of July, don’t settle for an average backyard barbeque with some hot dogs and cheap fireworks. Celebrate America’s independence in true Louisiana style with parades, fireworks, live music, and delicious food. No matter where you find yourself on the Fourth, we promise Louisiana’s festive and colorful spirit will have you feeling patriotic in …
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Lafayette, a bustling Cajun city in south-central Louisiana, has been nicknamed “the Happiest City in America.” With its excellent culinary offerings, thriving arts & culture scene, diverse swamplands, and rich history, Lafayette is a wonderful place for tourists and locals alike. Plan a weekend getaway to discover what keeps the people of Lafayette smiling. Be …
Houma is located in Southern Louisiana’s Terrebonne Parish. Pronounced Home-a, this thriving Acadian city boasts a colorful Cajun culture and plentiful opportunities for music, cuisine, history, and more. In Houma, people still speak French, though most native French speakers would struggle to understand their unusual accents and dialect. Houma’s location near the Atchafalaya Basin means …
Posted by: Mae Mayeux Louisiana’s rich culinary heritage is truly something to celebrate. That’s why the state hosts a wide variety of food festivals to honor our unique regional cuisine and the passionate people who make it. Jambalaya, crawfish, gumbo, po-boys, rice, andouille sausage; name a food and there is likely a festival centered …
Posted by: Mae Mayeux Cajun Country is a region in South Central Louisiana home to the majority of the state’s Francophone population. Also referred to as Acadiana, this vast and diverse region encompasses 22 parishes and stretches 100 miles inland from the Gulf of Mexico. In the North, you’ll find prairies and marshes, while closer …
Posted by: Mae Mayeux Ponchatoula, Louisiana is known as the Strawberry Capital of the World. So it only makes sense that it would host an entire festival dedicated to the tasty red fruit. The 48th annual Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival will be held this April 12-14th in Memorial Park. This free, family-friendly outdoor event is a great way …
It is no secret that Louisiana is filled with a rich extensive history. From being one of the first colonies for European explorers to becoming the 18th state to join the United States in 1812, to witnessing the Civil War battle in New Orleans, to the culturally diverse communities all across the state, Louisiana is …
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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and there is no reason that this year could not be the most spectacular yet. With romantic towns dotted all across the state, you can sweep your loved one off their feet for a fairy tale vacation. Dine, dance, and stargaze your way into an idyllic getaway with …
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Posted by: Mae Mayeux The Festival International de Louisiane is the largest international music and arts festival in the entire United States. For five days every April, Lafayette transforms into a diverse and thriving mecca for art, music, and live performance. The festival features performances by musicians from over 20 countries along with workshops, exhibits, visual …
