Fun Things To Do This Weekend In South Louisiana: Your Guide To Food and Fun!

SOUTH LOUISIANA, La. (KPEL News) – One of the best things about living in South Louisiana is that there’s always something fun happening! From crawfish cook-offs to colorful cultural celebrations, there’s no shortage of festivals, live music, and family-friendly events.

Here’s a guide to some of the best events happening across Acadiana and beyond this weekend:

Festival of Colors – Lafayette, LA

• Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
• Location: Girard Park, Lafayette
• Presented by: Acadiana Indian Association

The vibrant Lafayette Holi Festival celebrates unity, joy, and Indian culture with a full day of color throws, a live DJ, traditional dance performances, and delicious Indian cuisine. Open to all ages, this tradition has lit up Lafayette since 2011 and is held each year on the last Saturday of March.

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Louisiana Music, Dance & Culture Camp – Eunice, LA

• Dates: March 25–28, 2025
• Location: Lakeview Park and Beach, Eunice, LA

Immerse yourself in Cajun culture with workshops from local musicians, chefs, and craftspeople. Expect barn dances, lakeside jams, and campfire gatherings with folks from around the world. Can’t stay the full week? Drop in for a day or just enjoy the public evening dances!

38th Annual World Championship Crawfish Étouffée Cook-off – Eunice, LA

• Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025 | Time: 10 AM–4 PM
• Location: Downtown Eunice

Taste your way through one of Acadiana’s most delicious competitions as professional and amateur chefs battle for the title of World Champion! Enjoy Cajun music, dancing, arts and crafts, and of course—plenty of crawfish étouffée.
Free admission, free parking, and free music for the whole family!

Kenner Italian Heritage Festival – Kenner, LA

• Dates: March 28–30, 2025
• Location: 410 Williams Blvd., Kenner, LA

This historic festival in Kenner’s Rivertown honors the city’s deep Sicilian roots with Italian cuisine, genealogy stations, and an amazing music lineup featuring Lena Prima, the Molly Ringwalds, and Vanessa Racca. It’s a big, family-style celebration filled with flavor, tradition, and fun.
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Louisiana Crawfish Boil Championships – Marrero, LA

• Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
• Location: Marrero, LA

If you love boiled crawfish, this is your weekend paradise. Sample the best crawfish boils in the state while enjoying live music and a fun, family-friendly atmosphere at the 23rd Annual Louisiana Crawfish Boil Championship.

Maritime Music & Art Festival – Madisonville, LA

• Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
• Location: Madisonville

This riverfront celebration combines maritime history, art exhibits, and live local music on the scenic Tchefuncte River. Great for families and art lovers alike!

Live Music at Landry Vineyards – West Monroe, LA

• Dates: Ongoing through November 8, 2025
• Location: 5699 New Natchitoches Rd., West Monroe

Enjoy live music in the vineyard! Landry Vineyards hosts seasonal concerts and offers wine tastings year-round. Concert Saturdays are packed with entertainment, food trucks, and good times.

There Is Always Something Fun to Do!

Whether you’re looking to dive into Cajun culture, sample world-class crawfish dishes, or simply enjoy a weekend of live music and family fun, South Louisiana has something for everyone this weekend. From Lafayette to Eunice, Kenner to Madisonville, there’s no shortage of exciting ways to celebrate the season. So grab your friends, bring the family, and make the most of what our vibrant communities have to offer. Laissez les bon temps rouler!