Today
in Lafayette
Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Renovations began at Comeaux Recreation Center with a $750,000 investment to update the facility as Lafayette Consolidated Government enhances community spaces. Beginning March 1, instructor-led programs will move to Girard Recreation Center (500 Girard Park Drive) while athletic events and outdoor areas remain at the current site. City of Lafayette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sojourn Tea and Goods will open March 14 at 118 W. Vermilion St. near the Acadiana Center for the Arts to serve tea, coffee and handcrafted goods (created by owner Julia Bonaventure) alongside Lafayette's 16th annual Student Arts Expo. The Advocate
- ➤ Olde Tyme Grocery near the University of Louisiana at Lafayette has served famous po-boys for over 40 years while road construction on St. Mary Street (causing closures that limit parking) has challenged access; the restaurant still sees strong Lenten Friday crowds. News 15
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Francis Pavy, the 2026 Official Visual Artist, will unveil his artwork along with 40 signed posters while his daughter Annabelle Pavy showcases a unique pin and poster design at the special preview event for Festival International de Louisiane tomorrow, Mar. 1 at 3:45 p.m. News 15
- ➤ The 22nd Annual Heritage Parade (Let Freedom Ring) will roll through North Lafayette on Sunday, March 1 at 2:00 p.m. with marching bands, colorful floats, and community groups; barricades and street closures are scheduled starting Friday, Feb. 27 along key routes. City of Lafayette
- ➤ Country music duo Brooks & Dunn announced their Neon Moon headlining tour for fall and will stop in Lafayette on Oct. 8 with tickets starting at $60. The tour begins in Evansville on Sept. 10 and ends in Fort Worth. The Daily Advertiser
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Louisiana System Board unanimously selected Ramesh Kolluru as the new president of UL Lafayette. His interim leadership cut the school’s deficit from $50 million to $12 million, making him the seventh president at the university. News 15
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Gary LeGros and Paul Toups returned to Our Lady of Lourdes Heart Hospital on Tuesday, Feb. 24 to thank their care teams for the heart surgeries that boosted their health. The reunion celebrated life-saving TAVR and bypass procedures (underscoring the importance of early detection). The Daily Advertiser
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana softball pulled off an upset win over No. 15 Texas A&M Friday night in College Station, improving to 2-0 in the three-day tournament. Coach Alyson Habetz said the team will play Kennesaw State today at 11:30 a.m. CT and face Saint Mary’s at 2 p.m. The Daily Advertiser
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Shadows Arts & Crafts Festival
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Shadows-on-the-Teche — $5 admission for adults — Browse original hand-crafted items and enjoy local food and drinks in a beautiful garden setting.
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Toughest Monster Truck Tour
3–5 p.m. — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Tickets required — Experience the thrills of monster trucks and Freestyle Motocross in an action-packed event.
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Rocky Dale Davis Live
7:30-11:59 PM — Club 337 — $25 General Admission, $35 VIP — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Rocky Dale Davis at Lafayette's own Club 337.
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Jill Butler and her Joyride Band Performing Hits
7:30 p.m. — Heymann Performing Arts Center — Cost Info Not Provided — Enjoy an evening of soulful music inspired by Roberta Flack and Quincy Jones with Jill Butler and her Joyride Band.
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Louisiana Energy Education Workshop for Teachers
8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette — Free entry — A workshop for 6th-12th grade science teachers focused on energy education with meals provided.
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2026 Louisiana Environmental Conference and Trade Fair
8 AM – 12 PM — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Registration required — Explore vital environmental regulations and network with industry professionals.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Adele
8:30-9:45 p.m. — Petroleum Club of Lafayette — Get your tickets now to relive the music of Adele in a magical candlelight setting.
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Easter Fest
4-7 p.m. — Moncus Park — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with family-friendly activities and community fun at Moncus Park.
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Bark in the Park 2026
11 AM – 3 PM — Girard Park — Donations welcome — Celebrate pets and community with food, vendors, and adoptions for a great cause.
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