Good morning, Lafayette.

On September 5, 2025, Superintendent Francis Touchet, Jr. announced the launch of the LPSS Core Report—a new system that gives each school a fall report and a spring progress report based on Growth, Opportunity, Culture, and Safety.

The new tool uses LEAP scores and community priorities to help parents understand school performance.

UL football earned its first win of the 2025 season with a 34-10 victory over McNeese today (Head Coach Michael Desormeaux said the win boosts the team's confidence for future games).

LSU football placed an ad from Venture Global on its 25-yard line at Tiger Stadium during its home opener against Louisiana Tech on Saturday night—making LSU the 10th SEC school to use on-field sponsorships.

The Ragin’ Cajuns won their first season victory by beating McNeese State 34-10 on Saturday night at Cajun Field with Bill Davis rushing for a career-high 138 yards and two touchdowns.

They will face Missouri at 3:00 p.m. on September 13 and coach Michael Desormeaux said the team must boost its passing game — he expects the win to build momentum for future contests.

UL football RB Bill Davis had a career day as he rushed for 138 yards and scored two touchdowns (his best performance) to lead the Ragin' Cajuns to their first win of the season.

Alyse Young Live Performance

6-9 p.m. — Park Bistro — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of original music from local singer-songwriter Alyse Young.

Good Vibes Highway Tour

7 PM - 1 AM — Artmosphere — Ticket price not listed — Enjoy an uplifting evening of Acoustic Rock with a positive vibe in Lafayette, Louisiana.

Movies at Moncus: Shrek

Sunset — Moncus Park — $10 parking per vehicle — Enjoy a rescheduled screening of the beloved animated classic Shrek along with themed family activities and local food vendors.

Redwine and Justus Concert

7 PM - 1 AM — Whiskey & Vine — Ticket info not provided — Experience the fusion of traditional jazz and Cajun Musettes with clarinetist Ben Redwine and Chas Justus.

Alyse Young Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Bushido-Lafayette — Cost information not provided — Enjoy an evening of live music with the talented local artist Alyse Young.

Ben Folds Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Heymann Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the genre-bending music of acclaimed singer-songwriter Ben Folds in a captivating live performance.

Full Throttle Tour 2025

7-9 p.m. — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Ticket prices may vary — Country superstar Jason Aldean hits the stage with special guests Nate Smith, RaeLynn, and Dee Jay Silver.

Bayou Fest & Boat Parade 2025

10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Lafayette Parish Bayou Vermilion District — Registration fee applies — Celebrate the Bayou Vermilion with paddling, music, contests, and fun for all ages.

Downtown Rising 2025

11 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Parc International — Tickets available — Celebrate music and community with The Wailers and local artists in an epic reggae event.

ACLA Latin Music Festival

4 PM – 10 PM — Parc International — Check back for more details — A family-friendly multicultural celebration of Latin music since 2002.