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 July 2026

07.02.26	Golden Meadow Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo Join us for the annual Golden Meadow-Fourchon Tarpon Rodeo .. The ultimate fishing rodeo in Port Fourchon, Louisiana! The Tarpon Rodeo features the prestigious fishing tournament, live music, a King of the Catch Cook Off, auction, and more! This is a fami
07.02.26	Ascension 4 Youth Fest School supplies, games, uniforms, and so much more!
07.03.26	Independence Day Celebration Enjoy food, fun, and fireworks on the Mississippi!
07.03.26	Kenilworth Neighborhood Independence Day Parade: Celebrating America 250 Route starts at Boone Avenue and Daventry Drive
07.04.26	Good Earth 4th of July Festival Celebrate Independence Day the Bayou way at the Good Earth 4th of July Festival, held at the scenic Bayou Country Sports Park!
07.04.26	4th of July Lake Bash Fireworks, food trucks, and a boat parade. Boat parade line up at 4 pm – judging and prizes awarded at 4:30 pm
07.04.26	America's 250th Birthday Celebration Come join us for free food, music, and fun at Ascension Veterans Memorial Park!
07.04.26	America 250 on The River Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and the Louisiana America 250 Commission, in partnership with East Baton Rouge Parish Mayor-President Sid Edwards, Visit Baton Rouge, and the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge, invite residents and visitors from acros
07.04.26	July 4th Hometown Celebration Join us for the 25th annual July 4th Hometown Celebration. The celebration includes kids’ rides, dancing, food, crafts, a boat parade, and a great fireworks display. Music by Justin Cornett Band! The event will be held rain or shine — we’re under
07.04.26	Greater Pointe Coupee Chamber of Commerce 1st Carboard Boat Races Build it. Paddle it. Race it!
07.04.26	Lebeau Zydeco Festival It’s all zydeco music, all day long at the Lebeau Zydeco Festival. From the place that gave us zydeco hits like, “Don’t Mess With My Toot Toot” comes an annual celebration of the genre and its roots in the Creole community.
07.04.26	Fireworks on the River Celebrate the fourth of July in Krotz Springs, Louisiana. This small town is nestled along the banks of the Atchafalaya River and is considered a sportsman’s paradise for hunters, hikers, fishermen, and birders. The town has a huge 4th of July celebrati
07.04.26	Lebeau Zydeco Festival It’s all zydeco music, all day long at the Lebeau Zydeco Festival. From the place that gave us zydeco hits like, “Don’t Mess With My Toot Toot” comes an annual celebration of the genre and its roots in the Creole community.
07.04.26	Good Earth 4th of July Festival Celebrate Independence Day the Bayou way at the Good Earth 4th of July Festival, held at the scenic Bayou Country Sports Park!
07.04.26	Fourth Fest Come to the Westside for the Best View of Fourth Fest and Fireworks! Held July 4th in downtown Port Allen at the Riverfront on the Mississippi River Levee.
07.06.26	Louisiana & America: A 250 Year Journey Join us on Sunday, July 5, as we celebrate Independence Day! Explore the Old Governor's Mansion with a guided, or self-guided tour, and learn about some of Louisiana's contributions to the American experience.
07.10.26	Summertime Music Bingo Music Bingo at Mais La
07.12.26	Swamp Pop at the Post Swamp Pop Sunday with Natalie & Southern Accent
07.12.26	Juice Fest If you like your music loud, your vibes high, and your drinks juiced, then mark your calendar for Juice Fest—Houma’s ultimate end-of-summer celebration.
07.18.26	Junior Angler Day Cast into Adventure at Junior Angler Day!
07.20.26	Baton Rouge Summer Restaurant Week Celebrate the flavors of the Capital City with Baton Rouge’s Summer Restaurant Week — a six-day culinary celebration from July 20–25, 2026.
07.25.26	Kid's Fishing Rodeo East Ascension Sportsman's League 65th Annual Kids Fishing Rodeo

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.

1st Saturdays	Kafé Kréyol-la To celebrate its love for both the French and Creole cultures of our community, the West Baton Rouge Museum is hosting this monthly program to anyone seeking a space to speak, learn, or simply support the Louisiana Creole language and culture. Of course, refreshments will be provided since you can’t have a true South Louisiana gathering without some coffee and something to snack on while you chat. The program is every first Saturday of the month, 10:30 a.m. - 12 Noon, open to the public, and FREE of charge.
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!