Good morning, Lafayette.

Pamplona Tapas Bar in downtown Lafayette hosted its Miracle Christmas Pop-Up on Thursday, Dec.

11. The restaurant featured over-the-top holiday decor, a themed cocktail menu & a $5 fee that benefited local non-profits.

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette held its 2025 fall commencement at the Cajundome on Saturday, Dec.

19 in Lafayette, where graduates received their diplomas in a traditional ceremony.

Molly Kimball, RD, from Ochsner Health shares three habits for easing holiday stress—tracing a gratitude thread, choosing anchor moments, and clearing internal clutter.

Her tips help local residents stay present and find calm amid the busy festivities.

The UL women’s basketball team lost 76-58 to Southern Miss Saturday after briefly leading by three points (the turnaround began with a 14-0 run).

UL remains winless at 0-11, and the Cajuns will try for their first victory against Dillard on Dec. 29.

On Saturday at Lafayette Christian (the inaugural Acadiana Senior Bowl), Team Heritage won 21 to 0 as strong defenses limited opposing offenses and standout plays by quarterback Khyrie Francisco and co-MVP Montana Brown impressed college scouts present; the game featured key interceptions and a blocked field goal and drew over 400 spectators.

UL men's basketball ended its 10-game losing streak Saturday with a 76 to 62 win over UL-Monroe at Fant-Ewing Coliseum after assistant coach Josh White filled in during head coach Quannas White's suspension — De’Vion Lavergne scored a career-high 16 as the team will meet Norfolk State on Dec. 28.

Marc Broussard Concert

8:30 PM – 12:00 AM — Rock'n'Bowl® de Lafayette — $25 cover charge — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Marc Broussard and special guest Mike Broussard.

New Year’s Eve Dance with Geno Delafose

8:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Lafayette Parish Bayou Vermilion District — $45 — Celebrate the New Year with live music, food, and dancing at the biggest party of the year.