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Lafayette is at the heart ofLouisiana’s Cajun & Creole Country, an area known as theHappiest City in America where people visit for a genuine Cajun & Creole experience.
Lafayette has a distinct culinary identity as the epicenter of Cajun & Creole cuisine that’s earned them the title Best Food City in the USA. Lafayette’s culinary scene is steeped in tradition and continues to evolve with anew generation of chefs making it an incredible place to eat.
No matter what time of year you visit Lafayette they will havesomething for you to celebrate. Whether your passion is for theirrich cultural history, thebustling culinary scene ordistinctive blend of Cajun and Zydeco music, you can be sure you will leave with a smile on your face.

Here's a list of events & festivals in and around Lafayette Parish.
Lafayette's blog showcasing the food, music, culture and history at the heart of Cajun & Creole Country.
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A weekly curated playlist by local musician Philippe Billeaudeaux featuring music by Lafayette, LA musicians with a weekly rundown of live music happening in and around the area…
The city of Lafayette, LA is located in the center of Lafayette Parish at the intersection of I-10 and I-49 between New Orleans and Houston and only 35 miles north of the Gulf of Mexico.
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