Today
in Lafayette
Thursday, May 28th, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Moncus Park has announced a free summer season of events running from June through August, featuring live music at Sunset Sessions, a Father’s Day pop-up at the park, National Food Truck Day and weekly community markets & wellness programs. An expanded parking lot will also debut to better serve visitors. The Advocate
- ➤ Rotary clubs in Lafayette are hosting a bingo fundraiser for adults only on Friday, June 26 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Le Pavillon, Parc Lafayette to raise funds for Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Louisiana; the event will feature live entertainment and bingo rounds to support local families. The Daily Advertiser
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ M C Bank appointed a new leadership team including former IberiaBank execs (such as Bill Fenstermaker and Pat Trahan) to boost its Acadiana operations. The bank announced the hires yesterday morning and will open a River Ranch branch soon. The Advocate
- ➤ Bilfinger US is expanding its offshore workforce for immediate openings in roles like welders, scaffold builders, riggers, rope access technicians and painters. The company will host a hiring event on Friday, May 29 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 510 LaFlamme Road in Broussard. KATC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A lifestyle magazine recognized our live music scene as the best in the South — a nod to venues like Artmosphere that offer $10 cover charges and preserve our Cajun and Zydeco heritage. Owner Justan Bennett said small stages are key incubators for local talent. KATC
- ➤ Lafayette Travel highlights local attractions + restaurants as summer travel season begins; Ben Berthelot suggests stopping at the Evangeline Thruway visitor center, where a boardwalk over a pond with ducks and turtles and itineraries like Cajun for a Day and Hub City Day Trip await. News 15
- ➤ Little Big Town will perform in Youngsville on Sept. 12 at the Outdoor Amphitheater (gates open at 5:30 p.m., the opening act begins at 7:30 p.m., and the headliner starts at 8:30 p.m.). The Advocate
- ➤ News 15 Fan Night took place Wednesday at the 38th annual Cajun Heartland State Fair at the Cajundome, where visitors scanned a QR code at five locations to register for a swag bag worth over $250 and see News 15 personalities; the fair continues until May 31. News 15
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Officials urge caution for ATV and UTV riders as safety coordinator Jay Cripple reported nearly 100 ICU admissions yearly and noted many injuries occur for children ages 10 to 14. He stressed youth should get training from 4H, use bikes sized for them, wear proper gear, and avoid roadway use. KATC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UL Ragin' Cajuns will play Cincinnati at 6 p.m. Friday in Starkville while fans explore campus landmarks and enjoy Southern dining at spots like Mississippi State Dairy Store and local eateries (see guide for details). The Advocate
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Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings
6:00-7:15 p.m. — Petroleum Club of Lafayette — Get your tickets now for a unique take on 90s hip-hop music performed with strings in a magical atmosphere.
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Emo Philips Live Show
7-9 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette — VIP: $30, GA: $25 — Enjoy a night of laughs with renowned comedian Emo Philips at Club 337.
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One Last Breath: A Tribute to Creed
9:00 PM — Rock'n'Bowl® de Lafayette — $17 cover charge — Experience a night of Creed's greatest hits with opening act Ashes After.
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Créole Culture Day Celebration
10 AM - 4 PM — Bayou Vermilion District Camellia Canoe/Kayak Launch — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant Créole cultures with a day of festivities at Vermilionville.
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CFMA Cajun Jam
1-3 p.m. — Vermilionville Historic Village — Free entry — Enjoy toe-tapping tunes led by local musicians in a vibrant Cajun jam session.
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Roddie Romero and the Hub City All-Stars
7-11 p.m. — Blue Moon Saloon & Guest House — Tickets starting at $18.95 — Experience a night of alternative rock with Roddie Romero and his All-Stars.
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Free Educational Estate Planning Seminar
4-5 p.m. — Lafayette Public Library - Main Library — Free entry — Learn the essentials of estate planning in a relaxed and informative setting.
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