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Festivals Acadiens et Créoles — Oct 9, 2026 in Lafayette

The premier celebration of Cajun and Creole music, food, and crafts. Three days of the finest bands in the state under the live oaks — and it is free.

When
Friday, October 9, 2026
Time
All weekend

Times and venues can change — confirm with the venue before you head out.

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Cajun Jam at Moncus Park

Weekly Saturday Cajun jam at Moncus Park. The Farmers and Artisans Market starts at 8 AM.

Date
Every SaturdayNext: Sat, Sep 19
Time
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Jam SessionCajunCreoleEvery 3rd TuesdayFree

Feed N Seed Jam Session

Monthly third-Tuesday jam session with a French Table from 6 PM to 7 PM and a Creole Jam Session from 7 PM to 9 PM. Free food is offered.

Date
Every 3rd TuesdayNext: Tue, Oct 20
Time
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Jam SessionEvery SaturdayFree

CFMA Cajun Jam

Vermilionville’s weekly Cajun jam, sponsored by the Cajun French Music Association. Held in the Performance Center and open to all skill levels — beginner to professional. Jam admission is free (park entry not included).

Date
Every SaturdayNext: Sat, Sep 19
Time
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Jam SessionEvery WednesdayFree

Blue Moon Wednesday Jam

An open Cajun and old-time jam at the Blue Moon Saloon. All skill levels welcome — the tunes run late into the night.

Date
Every WednesdayNext: Wed, Sep 16
Time
8:00 PM – Late
WorkshopEvery Tuesday

Cajun Two-Step Dance Lesson

Learn the two-step and Cajun waltz from local dancers before the band starts. Come with a partner or find one on the floor.

Date
Every TuesdayNext: Tue, Sep 22
Time
7:00 – 8:00 PM
WorkshopEvery WednesdayFree

La Table Française

A weekly Louisiana-French conversation table over coffee and pain perdu. Fluent speakers and curious beginners share the same booth.

Date
Every WednesdayNext: Wed, Sep 16
Time
8:30 – 10:00 AM