Atchafalaya Events

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Events for March 2025

03.01.25	Royal Krewe of Royalty Parade Join us for the Royal Krewe of Royalty Parade on Saturday, March 1 from 1:00 – 3:00 PM.
03.01.25	Krewe of Apollo Don't miss out on the Krewe of Apollo parade in Lockport! Hands down you will see some of the best handcrafted floats designed by some very dedicated Mardi Gras people! This year, they parade on Saturday, March 1st!
03.01.25	Le Krewe Du Bon Temps The Larose night parade is back with the Le Krewe Du Bon Temps! Join us along the parade route below Saturday night and get ready to catch all kinds of throws!
03.01.25	Cankton Courir de Mardi Gras Join the celebration at the 5th Annual Crew of Cankton Courir De Mardi Gras! Get ready for a day of lively festivities, mouthwatering gumbo, and a Chicken Run-Trail Ride that promises adventure and excitement.
03.01.25	Cypremort Point Parade March 1, 2025 – Cypremort Point Parade. Cypremort Point State Park, Hwy. 319.; 1pm
03.01.25	Baldwin Mardi Gras Parade Only 1.5 hours from New Orleans, Mardi Gras on the Cajun Coast is family fun. Friday leading into Fat Tuesday, enjoy parades throughout St. Mary Parish. A Men’s Krewe, several couple’s Krewes, a children’s krewe and an all Krewe’s Parade in Fr
03.01.25	2025 Krewe of Mardi Gras Parade Krewe of Mardi Gras Parade
03.02.25	Grand Marais Mardi Gras Parade Family-oriented Mardi Gras parade with floats, bands, dance groups, Mardi Gras royalty, Grand Marshal, elaborate and colorful costumes, and tons of beads and throws.
03.02.25	Krewe of Comogo Parade Join us for the Krewe of Comogo parade — the only night Mardi Gras parade in Iberville Parish. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public.
03.02.25	Krewe of Cleophas The oldest Krewe in Thibodaux will be rolling again on Sunday, March 2nd at 12:30 PM! Enjoy a variety of floats, bands, dance teams and more!
03.02.25	Krewe of Nereids Help us welcome the Krewe of Nereids in Golden Meadow Sunday night! Join us in saying 'Laissez Le Bon Temps Rouler!' and enjoy a variety of floats, entertainment, and Mardi Gras beads for the whole family!
03.02.25	Krewe of Chronos Laissez les bon temps rouler in Thibodaux on Sunday, March 2nd with the Krewe of Chronos at 2:00 PM! Don't miss out on an amazing display of floats, bands, music, and more!
03.02.25	Krewe of Galatea/Krewe of Nike Mardi Gras Parade – Morgan City March 2, 2025 – Krewe of Galatea Parade. Morgan City. Begins on 2nd St under the La. 182 bridge and proceeds to Onstead St continuing down Sixth St. to Marguerite St., Ninth St./Hwy.70, Clothilde St onto Victor II Blvd. and ending at the Morgan City Aud
03.02.25	2025 Krewe of Tradition Walking Parade 2025 Krewe of Tradition Walking Parade on March 2, 1pm, downtown Houma
03.02.25	2025 Krewe of Terreanians Parade 2025 Krewe of Terreanians Parade on March 2, 2024, at 12:30 pm Houma, La.
03.03.25	Lundi Gras Boucherie The best way to taste Louisiana is at an old-time boucherie. The Lundi Gras Boucherie features dishes prepared by Acadiana’s best chefs.
03.03.25	Krewe of Amani Mardi Gras Parade – Patterson March 3, 2025 – Krewe of Amani Parade. Parade begins at Patterson High School on Hwy. 182/Main St. and continues down Hwy. 182/Main St. to Place Norman Shopping Center; 2pm
03.03.25	Krewe of Hera Parade – Morgan City March 3, 2025 – Krewe of Hera Parade Begins on 2nd Street under the La. 182 bridge and proceeds to Onstead St continuing down Sixth St. to Marguerite St., Ninth St./Hwy.70, Clothilde to onto Victor II Blvd. and ending at the Morgan City Auditorium on My
03.03.25	2025 Krewe of Cleopatra Parade 2025 Krewe of Cleopatra Parade
03.04.25	Krewe of Gheens Celebrate Fat Tuesday like no other in Gheens! The Krewe rolls out at 11:00 AM as the first parade in Louisiana's Cajun Bayou on Mardi Gras Day!
03.04.25	Krewe of Ghana Established in 1972, it would not be Mardi Gras Day without the Krewe of Ghana in Thibodaux! Check out their fun floats, dances, entertainment and more at 1:00 PM on Fat Tuesday!
03.04.25	Krewe of Neptune Golden Meadow and everyone in Louisiana's Cajun Bayou are excited to welcome the Krewe of Neptune!
03.04.25	Krewe of Choupic The good times roll in Chackbay with the Krewe of Choupic at 1:00 PM on Mardi Gras Day 2025 - Tuesday, March 4th!
03.04.25	Courir de Mardi Gras & Chicken Run Looking for something new and exciting this Mardi Gras season? Check out the traditional Courir de Mardi Gras & Chicken Run in Eunice, Louisiana. This Mardi Gras celebration is nothing like parades you see in big cities. Here, revelers dress in colorfu
03.04.25	Siracusaville Mardi Gras Parade March 4, 2025 – Siracusaville Parade, Siracusaville. Participants will line up on Siracusa Road at 1pm and proceed to James St and Grace St before ending at the Siracusaville Recreation Center; 1pm
03.04.25	Franklin Mardi Gras Parade March 4, 2025 – Franklin Mardi Gras Parade. Franklin. Begins at Franklin Senior High School on Main St., proceeds east on Main St., making a U-turn and then continues onto Willow St. The parade then turns right onto Third St., disbanding at the end of T
03.04.25	Krewe of Hephaestus Mardi Gras Parade – Morgan City March 4, 2025 – Krewe of Hephaestus Parade. Morgan City. Begins on the corner of Sixth and Sycamore St., proceeds on Sixth St. to Marguerite St. to Ninth St./Hwy. 70, to Clothilde, to Victor II Blvd. and ending at the Morgan City Auditorium on Myrtle St
03.04.25	2025 Krewe of Bonne Terre Parade 2025 Krewe of Bonne Terre Parade on March 4, 2024, at 4:30 pm
03.08.25	Teche Plein Air Annual week-long juried Plein Air competition featuring artists from around the country who are able to paint in seven parishes within Acadiana.
03.08.25	Shadows-on-the-Teche Arts & Crafts Fair
03.11.25	9th Annual Pardoning of the Crawfish The annual Crawfish Pardoning Ceremony is back for the third year in a row in St. Martin Parish.
03.11.25	9th Annual Pardoning of the Crawfish 9th Annual Pardoning of the Crawfish
03.14.25	Louisiana Outdoor Expo Louisiana’s Largest Fishing, Hunting, & Outdoor Show
03.14.25	Celtic Bayou Festival This year sees Celtic Bayou Festival return to its original host venue at, Warehouse 535 on Garfield street, Lafayette where it will utilize both function halls, main bar and the large eye catching green space that lies outside the back of the venue. Thou
03.14.25	Festival of Words The Festival of Words is held in Grand Coteau. Celebrate the written word with open mics throughout the year that culminate in this two-day festival. Sharpen your craft with creative writing workshops hosted by published authors. There will also be a com
03.14.25	20th Annual Acadian Memorial Heritage Festival & Antique Wooden Boat Congres Experience the vibrant history, culture, and traditions of the Acadian/Cajun people at the 20th Annual Acadian Memorial Heritage Festival & Antique Wooden Boat Congrès on March 14-15, 2025.
03.15.25	Wearin' of the Green St. Patrick's Day Parade Join us for the 40th annual Wearin' of the Green St. Patrick's Day Parade in Baton Rouge, LA on the beautiful tree-lined route in the Hundred Oaks/Perkins Road areas.
03.15.25	Festival of Live Oaks Come celebrate spring at New Iberia City Park with fun, family-friendly activities, including a barbecue cookoff, Easter egg hunt, live music, pony rides, children activities, crafts, sweet booths and more.
03.15.25	2025 Houma Rotary Cast Iron Cook-Off 2025 Houma Rotary Cast Iron Cook-Off
03.15.25	St. Patrick's Day on the Bayou Get in the spirit of "Erin Go Bragh" with St. Patrick’s Day on the Bayou in Thibodaux! Enjoy live music, great food, and fun-filled activities for kids.
03.19.25	Atchafalaya Trace Commission Meeting - March
03.21.25	Vermilion Voyage Lafayette Travel and the Bayou Vermilion District have partnered to create the Vermilion Voyage, a three-day overnight paddle down the Bayou Vermilion launching from the Acadiana Park Nature Station to Palmetto Island State Park. Participants will have th
03.22.25	Jeanerette Creole Festival Come out to this gumbo cookoff for a day of fun including food and drink vendors, music, arts and crafts booths, mansion tours and more.
03.22.25	World Championship Crawfish Étouffée Cook-Off This event features professional and amateur cooks vying for the title of “World Champion.” Taking place in the city of Eunice this is one of the best ways to taste crawfish in Louisiana.
03.22.25	Washington Community Festival The Washington Community Festival is a revitalization of the former Catfish Festival which was historically held in the steamboat town. It will take place on Saturday, March 22 along Washington’s Main Street from 10am to 9pm. It’s gonna be a good time
03.22.25	2025 5th Annual Bayou Terrebonne Boucherie Come down and experience a Boucherie! Sample pork cooked every which way with a drink, listen to music, dance or be a part of the Boucherie games!
03.22.25	6th Marketplace on the Reservation Come 6th Marketplace on the Reservation located at 1 Reservation Court, Gray, LA 70359 HLB High School, March 22, 2025, from 9 am-4 pm.
03.24.25	Dewey Balfa Cajun & Creole Heritage Week Community celebration of Cajun & Creole heritage, music education, live performances, dancing, folklore workshops, French language lessons, and local cultural excursions based in Eunice, Louisiana. Music camp tuition or performance entry fees apply to v

Recurring Events

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Saturdays	Lafayette Farmers & Artisans Market The Market serves as the premier venue for seasonal, farm-based products, and artisanal creations, offered by local producers, artists and vendors in a celebratory atmosphere of community, enrichment and entrepreneurism, created through the mutual support of its members and patrons. Every Saturday, 8 am - 12 pm!
Saturdays	Cajun Jam Session Vermilionville's weekly Cajun Jam is led by some of the area’s finest musicians. The free jam is held in the Performance Center of Vermilionville and is open to all skill levels - beginner to professional. Admission is FREE for the jam only and does not include entry to the park. Every Saturday, 1 pm - 3 pm!
Saturdays	Teche Area Farmers Market Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more. Every Saturday, 7 am - 11 am!