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 2023

11.02.23	ARTRAGEOUS 2023 Come and indulge in an evening of art, food, wine, and community, surrounded by original artworks and handcrafted treasures, all sourced from local artisans!
11.02.23	BERWICK LIGHTHOUSE FESTIVAL Live Music, Arts & Crafts, Food, Drinks, Beer, Hurricanes, Margaritas, Games, Car show, Gumbo Cook-off, and Carnival rides.
11.03.23	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
11.03.23	Festival of Words The Festival of Words is held in Grand Coteau, Louisiana on the first weekend in November. 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
11.04.23	Coco Tribe of Canneci Tinne at the Opelousas Museum November is National American Indian Heritage Month. On Saturday, November 4, Chief Cougar Goodbear and members of the Coco Tribe of Canneci Tinne will hold a social from 10 a.m. to noon at the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center. Tribe members will d
11.10.23	Southern Screen Southern Screen is held annually in November over the course of four days in Downtown Lafayette at various venues.
11.11.23	New Iberia Holiday Vendor & Craft Event Lots of vendors selling handmade crafts, clothing, sweets, décor, and more. Enjoy pictures with Santa and Mrs Claus, the grinch, meet the princesses and enjoy the bug display. New Iberia City Park, 300 Parkview Dr., New Iberia, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., (337) 577-
11.11.23	Noel on the Prairie Noel on the Prairie is your opportunity to get your holiday shopping done in the heart of the Cajun music Mecca, Eunice. Over thirty participating local businesses around Eunice are offering discounts and limited-time sales. Shop local boutiques for handm
11.16.23	Main Street's Open House for the Holidays Select businesses will be offering special discounts, treats, and a little lagniappe. New Iberia Historic Downtown, Main Street, 4-7 p.m.
11.17.23	2ND ANNUAL YEAH YOU RIGHT MUSIC FESTIVAL The Second Annual Yeah You Right Fest is a music festival in Morgan City. This three-day event will take place November 17-19, 2023, at the Victor Guarisco Lake End Park campground and marina. The festival will feature live music, food vendors, craft vend
11.18.23	Pie Day Celebration A free, family-friendly event with live music from "DJ B. Nuts". Enter one of the pecan-centric competitions or games by registering here and win some fun prizes, or just attend and join in on the fun. While here, snag some pecan treats from the Pie Bar c
11.18.23	Native American Culture Day Join Vermilionville for this free event celebrating and sharing local Native American culture and heritage!
11.20.23	MORGAN CITY'S 11TH ANNUAL MOONLIGHT MONDAY Morgan City's 11th Annual Moonlight Monday, will be held on November 20, 2023, Downtown Front Street from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Kick off the Christmas season with us on Main Street! Door prizes, discounts and more! Continuing the annual tradition of sho
11.24.23	"Gumbo Weather" Release Party Author Mary Beth Broussard and Paul Schexnayder, illustrator of the new Pelican Publishing picture book, Gumbo Weather will be signing the book at this release party. Gumbo, drinks and snacks will be served, crafts for kids and a selfie station will be av
11.24.23	Bikes, Brews & Omelettes Two The Bikes, Brews & Omelettes Two event is a combination of the Bayou Teche Brewing Bike Bash and the Giant Omelette Celebration Ride. Ride anywhere from 9 miles to 99 at this non-competitive bike ride. Last year, Day 1 of the race began and ended at Tante
11.25.23	Grand Noel Get your Christmas shopping done early this year at Grand Noel. Every year, the town of Grand Coteau hosts an evening shopping event in the historic district with music, photos with Santa, and some serious discounts that’ll put you in the holiday spirit
11.26.23	Sounds of the Season Free Christmas concert by the Acadiana Symphony Orchestra presented by the Iberia Cultural Resources Association, featuring familiar Christmas songs as well as classical selections. St. Peters Church, 108 E. Saint Peter St., New Iberia, 3-4:30 p.m., (337)
11.30.23	Christmas at Coteau Every year, the Academy of the Sacred Heart in Grand Coteau offers a little Christmas cheer, holiday shopping, and amazing local cuisine. At the Holiday Market, shoppers can select from unique vendors offering antiques, estate jewelry, Christmas accessori

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!