Atchafalaya Events

Look here for all the local and regional events across the grand space of the Atchafalaya. We list all meetings, tours, holiday happenings, and much more so check back often!

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Events for November 2024

11.01.24	Berwick Lighthouse Festival
11.01.24	Abbeville's Giant Omelette Celebration Each year, foreign representatives from each of these cities arrive here to be knighted as chevaliers (chefs) into Abbeville's Confrerie (fraternity). On Concord Street, which stretches from the majestic moss-covered live oak trees in historic Magadalen S
11.01.24	Holy Ghost Creole Festival Experience Creole culture at the Holy Ghost Creole Festival in Opelousas, Louisiana. Every year, the festival kicks off with Friday morning finger-lickin’ fried catfish. That night, experience gospel hymns featuring several choir groups from Holy Ghos
11.01.24	2024 Harvest Festival on False River This year’s festival promises to be an exciting celebration of fall, filled with fun activities for all ages.
11.02.24	Louisiana Book Festival The Louisiana Book Festival is a celebration of readers, writers, and books.
11.02.24	International French Bread Festival Live band performances, car show, vendors, dance competition and crowning of Mr. & Mrs. French Bread Festival.
11.02.24	Fête de la Chaudiere Noir – Black Pot Cook-Off Prepare your taste buds and mark your calendars for an unforgettable cultural experience! École Saint-Landry invites locals and visitors alike to the Fête de la Chaudiere Noir! – Black Pot Cook-off, a vibrant celebration of Louisiana’s rich heritage
11.07.24	Port Barre Cracklin Festival The 38th Annual Cracklin Festival is held the second weekend in November every year.
11.08.24	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.
11.08.24	Lâche Pas Boucherie Join us for an unforgettable weekend at the Lâche Pas Boucherie in historic Grand Coteau, LA.
11.09.24	Atchafalaya Basin Festival Since 2007, The Atchafalaya Basin Festival has been a fundraiser for Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church in Henderson, LA and Sacred Heart of Jesus Chapel in Butte La Rose, LA. The festival showcases local musicians, artists and crafts, cooking contest, foo
11.09.24	Elks’ 2024 Duck Derby Community Festival Prepare yourself for a day filled with boundless energy and fantastic festivities, all while supporting a cause that truly makes a difference. We’re rallying together to raise funds for our programs that provide unwavering support to our beloved Veteran
11.15.24	Lydia Cajun Food Fest Family event with Cajun food and bands. Music, cookoff, car show, food vendors, crafts and kids activities. Weeks Park, 4412 Weeks Park Rd., New Iberia, (337) 367-1192
11.16.24	5th Marketplace on the Reservation Our 5th Marketplace on the Reservation will be on Saturday, November 16th at the H. L. Bourgeois High School Reservation.
11.21.24	Southern Screen Festival Southern Screen is a multi-disciplinary 501(c)3 not-for-profit arts organization that supports and celebrates artists and their work.
11.22.24	White Light Night White Light Night is Mid City's largest art festival featuring Louisiana's best artists, makers, and more. It's the best way to kick off your holiday shopping!
11.23.24	Harvest Art Market A wide array of local cuisine, artists, small business vendors and organizations. Will also include pictures with Santa, kids' activities and more. The Harvest Room, 301 W. St. Peter St., New Iberia, (337) 380-5947
11.28.24	Lighting of Spirit of Morgan City Shrimp Boat
11.29.24	Louisiana Lights Welcome to Louisiana Lights, a mesmerizing journey through Windrush Gardens, where history meets illumination!

Recurring Events

The following events are always going on so look back here for new ones and to remind yourself what you've been missing! Click on the link to be taken to our sister site where you can find the full details for each listing.

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!