Lafayette, Louisiana
Welcome To Lafayette, Louisiana - A World Within
Lafayette is at the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun & Creole Country, an area known as the Happiest City in America where people visit for a genuine Cajun & Creole experience.
Lafayette has a distinct culinary identity as the epicenter of Cajun & Creole cuisine that’s earned them the title Best Culinary Town in the South by Local Palate Magazine. Lafayette’s culinary scene is steeped in tradition and continues to evolve with a new generation of chefs making it an incredible place to eat.
No matter what time of year you visit Lafayette, they will have something for you to celebrate. Whether your passion is for their rich cultural history, the bustling culinary scene, or the distinctive blend of Cajun and Zydeco music, you can be sure you will leave with a smile on your face.
Gumbo People - Ben Pierce
Celebrating 100 Years of Clifton Chenier: Marcia Ball
Celebrating 100 Years of Clifton Chenier: Dickie Landry
Celebrating 100 Years of Clifton Chenier: Sonny Landreth
Gumbo People - Michelle 'Malentina" Colon
Celebrating 100 Years of Clifton Chenier: Roddie Romero and his connection to Chenier
Celebrating 100 Years of Clifton Chenier: Joel Savoy, producer of A Tribute to the King of Zydeco
Celebrating 100 Years of Clifton Chenier: John Leopold shares how musicians connections to Chenier
Gumbo People - Robert Dafford
Here's what people have to say about Lafayette, LA
Gumbo Peoople - Francis Pavy
Celebrating 100 Years of Clifton Chenier: Relle Mouton Chenier and the families of Zydeco and Blues
Celebrating 100 Years of Clifton Chenier: CJ Chenier looks back at his father's legacy
Celebrating 100 Years of Clifton Chenier The King of Zydeco
Sporting Events in Lafayette, Louisiana
2025 Rose Bowl Parade featuring Lafayette, LA
Lafayette, LA Gift Guide
Lafayette Weekly October 14-20, 2024
Lafayette Weekly October 7-13, 2024
Lafayette Weekly September 20-October 6, 2024
Dana Baker : Acadiana Symphony Orchestra : LCG Sound Music Cities
Pat Mould : Festivals Acadiens et Créoles : LCG Sound Music Cities
Jo Vidrine : LCG Sound Music Cities : Musician and Music Camp Programmer
Anthony Dopsie : Zydeco Musician : LCG Sound Music Cities
Sam Oliver : Acadiana Center for the Arts : LCG Sound Music Cities
Megan Constantin : Musician and Music Promoter : LCG Sound Music Cities