Saddle Tramp RV Campground
1034-A East Ebey
Church Point, LA 70525
337-684-2026
No Website Available
50 RV camp sites, full hook-ups. Club house with central AC/Heat, bandstand, restrooms and full kitchen facility. A 30x30 covered pavilion, concrete flooring adjoining clubhouse for outdoor cooking etc. Within walking distance of fast food restaurants, park, hospital, groceries, pharmacy. Overnight or weekend, Club rallies are welcomed.
Contact Info:
Joey Richard - (337)684-2026
Todd Richard - (337)684-6009
E-mail: churchpointmardigras@hotmail.com
Le Grand Hall
505 North Parkerson Avenue
Crowley, LA 70526
337-785-0440
http://www.thegrandoperahouse.org
Le Grand Hall is a beautiful space that provides a perfect setting for wedding receptions, dinner parties, or other social events. Le Grand Hall can accommodate up to 763 people; however, it is perfect for intimate gatherings such as rehearsal dinners and anniversary or birthday parties for under 100 people We offer in house catering in their spacious commercial kitchen and serves alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from their beautiful wooden bar. Le Grand Hall also includes two lovely seating areas and a nook perfect for a band or disc jockey. to inquire about renting Le Grand Hall call 337-785-0440
The Ballroom of Crowley
124 East Third Street
Crowley, La , LA 70526
337-783-8990
http://www.ballroomofcrowley.com
The Ballroom of Crowley is located in the heart of Crowley's Historical
District. It has been added to the National Register of Historical
Places. Built in 1913, it has been restored with preservation in mind.
The Ballroom of Crowley is available for receptions, weddings and
special events.
The Crossing at Mervine Kahn
113 Louisiana Ave.
Rayne, LA, LA 70578
337-334-3140
http://www.thecrossingmk.com
This historic building located in the heart of Rayne, is just a short distance from Lafayette. The Mervine Kahn building was originally built in 1884. It has been restored to its grandeur once again. Our Facility is where wishes are granted and dreams become reality. The Crossing at Mervin Kahn can accommodate weddings, meetings, Luncheons and parties of all size. We offer on site and off-site catering services. Reserve you date and leave the rest up to us, because if you can dream it, we can make it happen.
Le Village B/B
121 Seale Ln.
Eunice, LA 70535
337-457-3573
http://www.levillagehouse.com
Felicia & Dave Wiggins are excited to share the unique experience of their Cajun country retreat. Four guest rooms in the main house have been refurbished and reflect the old French farmhouse look of furniture gathered over time, combining new with comfortable time-worn antiques. ." The old "Country Store" is available for receptions, reunions, weddings and retreats. Located on the Zydeco Cajun Prairie just 17 miles north of the I-10 Crowley / Eunice (exit 80 north) formerly the Seale Guest House established in the early 1990's is situated just minutes away from numerous original Cajun music and eating establishments No smoking/no pets.
Gumbo Ya Ya Bistro and Buffet
3002 Daulat Drive
Duson, La 70529, LA 70529
337-873-5400
No Website Available
"Cooking With A Cajun Flair" Open Monday-Friday 5am-9pm and Saturday and Sunday 7am-8pm. $6.49 Lunch Buffet Monday - Wednesday 10:30am - 2pm featuring two meats and many sides. $7.99 Lunch Buffet Thursday & Friday, 10:30am - 2pm featuring three meats and many sides. Thursday Night is BBQ Night featuring juicy chicken, tender ribs, spiced sausage and many sides for $10.99. Enjoy mouth watering, tasty homemade Cajun favorites and a full menu with your favorite Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner items.
Point-Aux-Loups Springs Ballroom
153 Old Springs Lane
Iota, LA, LA 70543
337-779-3510
http://wwww.springsballroom.com
An historic building located two miles west of Iota on Hwy 98, which was built in 1930. It has been renovated into a ballroom for social gatherings with full in-house catering.
Wheelin' N Peelin'
Oak Street
Rayne LA, LA 70578
(337) 334-2332
http://www.raynechamber.com
Car Show and Crawfish Cook-off, held at festival fairgrounds annually in May. Best of show in multiple categories of cars, trucks, and other, as well as Pro & Amateur cook-off. Entry fees for Car Show and Cook-off, Gate admission
May 14, 2011
Tee Mamou Iota Mardi Gras Festival
116 Duson Avenue
Iota, LA 70543
337-779-2226
http://www.iotamardigras.com
Prairie Cajun Mardi Gras at its best!
See the last of the totally traditional Prairie Cajun Mardi Gras groups singing, dancing and chanting their 400 year old chant in French, all wearing handmade screen masks, costumes, and capuchons. The "Mardi Gras" arrive about 2 p.m., but the festival is an all day event in downtown Iota, where only traditional Cajun foods are served and Cajun crafts are displayed and sold. Live Cajun and Zydeco music all day on an outdoor bandstand and dance floor. Visit our "Childrens' Tent" featuring the best young Cajun musicians in the area! Always held on Mardi Gras day (fat Tuesday) Free admission.
Fax: (337)779-2227
http://www.iotamardigras.com
Courire De Mardi Gras
1036 East Ebey Street
Church Point, LA 70525
337-684-2026
http://www.churchpointmardigras.com
Courire de Mardi Gras, since 1961 "The Best Traditional Mardi Gras"
Starting Saturday with the children's run, beginning at the Saddle Tramp Club House with sign up at 8 a.m., run starts at 8:30 a.m. Downtown for a parade at 12:30. Awards at club house at 1 p.m. Sunday the Courire begins at 8 a.m. and ends downtown for a parade at 1:30 p.m. All events start and end at Saddle Tramp Club House on East Ebey street. Colorful costumed horseback riders, wagons, buggies, live music on the courire. Chase the chickens, catch the greased pig, spectacular events. Traditional gumbo, boudin, and beverages available 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Contact:
Phone: (337)684-2026 or (337)684-6009
E-mail: churchpointmardigras@hotmail.com
Carnival D'acadie
11 North Parkerson Avenue
Crowley, LA 70526
866-665-4642
www.crowley-la.com
Crowley celebrates Fat Tuesday Rice City style with Carnival D' Acadie in downtown Crowley. The two day carnival kicks off with a street dance the Monday evening before Mardi Gras and continues through the celebrated Tuesday. Party-goers enjoy live entertainment, favorite festival foods, a costume contest and a traditional parade. The Grand Mardi Gras parade is held on Tuesday afternoon which includes bands and floats with plenty of beads! The celebration grows each year with new features. Join our Rice City revelry!
Cajun Woodstock
100 Darbonne Street
Church Point, LA 70525
337-280-8710
http://www.cajunwoodstock.com
A beautiful two day festival to help a cure for the kids of St. Jude's Hospital. It's a weekend of food, fun and the greatest music in the state. Come join us at the City Park Pavilion and make a difference for the children. Always the last Saturday and Sunday of April. Poker Run on Sunday with a great run for the bikers. We can find a cure and save lives together.
E-mail: woodstock4stjude@aol.com
Buggy Festival
837 E. Ebey Street
Church Point, LA 70525
337-684-2739
http://www.churchpointbuggyfest.com
Held the first full weekend in June, open Friday night all day Saturday and Sunday, Live music, (Cajun & Zydeco). Accordion Extravaganza featuring 10 professional musicians, held Saturday night. Pageants, food booths, arts & crafts, Queens trail ride, Queens Pageant and the Grand Buggy Parade - Antique Buggy Display on Festival grounds. June 4-5-6- 2010
Contact Info:
Email: busybeetc@hotmail.com
Fax: 337-684-2739
Rayne Frog Festival
206 Frog Festival Drive
Rayne, LA 70578
337-366-2884
http://www.raynefrogfestival.com
Located: Gossen Memorial Park / The Frogs are ready - are your ready ?
Hop on down to the Rayne Frog Festival to have a 'toadally' awesome time. The "Big Gig" showcases music throughout the weekend featuring national recording artists,regional bands and local talent. Signature events such as frog racing and jumping and selection of the Frog Derby Queen take place in the shade of the Festival Pavilion offering protection, rain or shine! In the shadow of a spectacular carnival, attendees can enjoy froglegs as well as local Cajun specialties. An Arts and Crafts show at the Civic Center as well as a Poker Run and Grand Parade jump throughout the Frog Capital of the World for this festive event.
Contact Info:
Phone number 337-366-2884 Fax: (337)334-8341
E-mail: raynechamber1@bellsouth.net
Roberts Cove Germanfest
7212 Roberts Cove Road
Rayne, LA 70578
337-334-8354
http://www.robertscovegermanfest.com
German Heritage of Louisiana
Roberts Cove Germanfest is unique in that this cultural event takes place in a small community whose roots are of German origin and is situated in the middle of "Cajun Country." The two-day event provides activities for all ages. The central theme is expressed with native foods and drinks - sausage, bread, potatoes, sauerkraut and sugar cookies. While at the Germanfest take time to tour the new German Heritage Museum. Admission Fee. The Germanfest is held on Sat & Sun the 1st full weekend in October.
Contact Info:
Fax: (337)334-8354
E-mail: info@robertscovegermanfest.com
International Rice Festival
110 East 4th St.
Crowley, LA 70526
337-783-3067
http://www.ricefestival.com
The International Rice Festival is one of Louisiana's oldest and largest agricultural festivals. Our celebration calls attention to the importance of rice as food and emphasizes its place in the world's economy. The festival takes place in historic downtown Crowley and is one of the few festivals still free to the public. It is held the third weekend of October. The Festival features numerous Cajun and Zydeco bands on two stages, two parades, Queen's Ball, rice cooking contest, rice eating contest, arts & crafts booths, carnival rides, and numerous food booths featuring great Cajun food.
Contact Info:
Fax: (337)783-3064
E-mail: info@ricefestival.com