Good morning, Lafayette.

Festivals Acadiens et Créoles will join the Smithsonian for America 250 in the fall, adding a dedicated stage for Cajun and zydeco music and a photographic exhibition from Elemore Morgan Jr.'s archive to celebrate a legacy that began in 1974 — a milestone that showcased the region's folk roots.

Chef Kris Allen of Pamplona Tapas Bar won the 2026 King of Louisiana Seafood title at the 19th Annual Louisiana Seafood Cook-Off on Friday, June 26 in Jefferson Parish — he will represent Louisiana at the Great American Seafood Cook-Off in New Orleans on Saturday, July 25.

Lafayette Consolidated Government has launched a pilot program to help unsheltered residents — over 200 in total — as officials prepare for the new anti-camping law effective Jan.

1. The program connects high emergency service users with housing and services while officials explore dedicated shelter options.

LPSS certified 129 acres near Southside High School in Youngsville for future commercial or industrial use as part of a partnership with LEDA and local officials—certifications completed zoning, surveying, and environmental studies via the One Acadiana program.

Stars & Stripes Festival Souled Out

Evening — Parc Sans Souci — Free entry — Enjoy a night filled with fireworks, live music, food, and family-friendly entertainment.

Alien Art Family Day

1-3 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $30 per person — Unleash your creative side with this family-friendly art class designed for ages 6 and up.

Lafayette Nutcracker Market - Christmas In July

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Support local businesses — Shop for boutique clothing, unique decor, and gourmet treats in a festive atmosphere.

Zydeco Sunday at Rock'n'Bowl

5-11 p.m. — Rock'n'Bowl® de Lafayette — $17.43 total — Experience lively Zydeco music and a vibrant atmosphere.