Louisiana's Cajun Bayou

12/22/2024

We were excited to see so many oyster shells brought in for our decorating contest this year, we had to show you some!

Happy Holidays! 🦪

12/20/2024

We are thrilled to announce the 3 winners of our Annual Oyster Shell Decorating Contest!

Congratulations Darren Gaubert and from Golden Meadow Middle School: Hayden Huynh and Hunter Gisclair

Thank you to all who participated! We were blown away by the creativity shown this year 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

12/19/2024

Your Official 2025 Lafourche Parish Mardi Gras Parade Schedule is HERE! 🟣🟢🟡

Get ready for 15 Mardi Gras parades up and down the bayou, the *newly branded* Louisiana King Cake Festival, the return of the Children's Parade in Larose, and all the Mardi Gras beads, throws, and more that you can catch.

Visit the link below for more information and we look forward to saying "Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler" soon!

More info ➡️ https://bit.ly/3nkar2S

Lafourche Parish Government
Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office
City of Thibodaux - Municipal Government

12/17/2024

Don't forget to grab your Cajun Bayou Food Trail Map & Passport this holiday season! Whether you're buying a gift card or celebrating with friends and family, stop in at 5 of our 18 Food Trail Restaurants to have your passport stamped, and return it to our Visitor's Center in Raceland for a FREE t-shirt!

More info HERE ➡️ https://bit.ly/3fXmxsb

12/16/2024

📣 Only 2 more days to submit your painted oyster shell for our contest this year! All shells must be in by Wednesday at 5:00PM.

More info can be found below!

12/16/2024

We love when our Bayou communities get a shout out, and below is a great article on the City of Thibodaux and all there is to do! From our Cajun restaurants, to our swamp tours and the attractions that celebrate our Cajun culture, read more below!

Islands
City of Thibodaux - Municipal Government
Friends of Bayou Lafourche
Fremin's Restaurant
Big Mike's BBQ Smokehouse - Thibodaux, La
Off The Hook
Louisiana State Museums
Laurel Valley Plantation
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
Bayou Country Children's Museum

Eat to your heart's desire in this Cajun heartlands town on the banks of Bayou Lafourche. Get seafood gumbo, po-boys, hush puppies, crawfish, and more.

12/11/2024

We've had some AMAZING entries in our Oyster Shell Decorating Contest over the years! Stop in at our Visitor's Center today (4484 LA-1, Raceland) to pick up a shell to decorate!

The deadline is next Wednesday, December 18th to be entered to win a special holiday prize 🧑🏽‍🎄

12/08/2024

The Lockport Christmas Parade is the highlight of any holiday season here on the bayou. This time was no different! 🎄✨

Big thanks to the Town of Lockport, Krewe of Apollo Lockport, and everyone who makes this a fun and festive event every year!

Lafourche Parish Government
Lafourche Parish President Archie Chaisson

12/03/2024

This week our Sales & Marketing Manager, Ian Wallis, is attending Travel South USA's International Showcase!

In partnership with the Cajun Coast Visitors & Convention Bureau, they are meeting with tour operators and travel agencies from around the world to bring even more international visitors down to the bayou!

11/28/2024

Our team would like to give "Thanks" and wish all of our followers a safe and Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃

11/27/2024

Get ready to welcome Papa Noel to Thibodaux! The annual Thibodaux Christmas parade will roll at 2:30pm on Sunday, December 1st.

Celebrate the season with us as festive floats, local marching bands and of course, Papa Noel himself parade through the streets of Thibodaux.

Following the parade, join us at Peltier Park for the first lighting of all the trees at Christmas in the Park!

Thibodaux Chamber of Commerce
City of Thibodaux - Municipal Government
Thibodaux Main Street, Inc.
Thibodaux Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #52

More info: https://www.lacajunbayou.com/calendar-of-events/festivals-and-events/thibodaux-christmas-parade

11/25/2024

🦪 It's that time of year! We're excited to launch our Annual Oyster Shell Decorating Contest! Come stop by our Visitor's Center (4484 LA-1, Raceland) to pick up your oyster shell, and enter to win an awesome holiday prize! 🦪

The deadline to submit your decorated oyster shell is Wednesday, December 18th. More info can be found below.

11/22/2024

Thanksgiving Break is upon us and we know you're looking for something to do with the family! On Tuesday, November 26th, the E.D. White Historic Site in Thibodaux is hosting a special Cajun Bayou Culture Fishing & Folklore Day!

Enjoy fishing demos, games, reenactments in historical attire, food, drinks, and tours of the property. Admission is free, so we encourage you to come pass a good time!

Friends of Bayou Lafourche
Louisiana State Museums
Lafourche Parish Government

11/20/2024

Tomorrow we take on Southeastern! Come out to John L. Guidry Stadium and join us for our pre-game tailgate!

Enjoy free food, drinks, music, a live alligator, and more! AND don't forget to pick up your red light up bracelet for the game!

Nicholls State University Athletics
Colonel Athletic Association
Nicholls State University Alumni Federation

11/19/2024

Have you been to the newly renovated Cinclare Restaurant in Thibodaux yet?! Spoiler alert .. It's amazing!

Michael and his team have done an excellent job at elevating the dining experience and have introduced a brand new menu! Check them out today and book your table at the link below.

https://cinclarefoodanddrink.com/

11/15/2024

This November, celebrate Friendsgiving Cajun-style! Gather your "lagniappe" family and savor the flavors of Louisiana's Cajun Bayou with this perfect menu of locally sourced delicacies and dishes everyone will be grateful for!

Say Ca C'est Bon Here ➡️ https://bit.ly/48PfBup

When you think of Thanksgiving, your mind might immediately wander to turkey, mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce. But here in Louisiana, we do things a little differently.

11/14/2024

We would like to share our congratulations to the team at the new Holiday Inn Express in Thibodaux! Today, we joined them for their official ribbon cutting alongside members of our local community.

Looking for a place to stay? Book your room at the link below!

Thibodaux Chamber of Commerce
City of Thibodaux - Municipal Government
Lafourche Parish Government
Explore Louisiana
Louisiana Travel Association

https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/thibodaux/msyth/hoteldetail

11/14/2024

We are just ONE week out from one of the biggest games of the season for our Colonels! This year we are teaming up with our friends at Tangi Tourism to host an epic and exciting tailgate!

We will have free food, music, drinks, a photo booth, prizes, an alligator, and more! You can also pick up an exclusive RED light up bracelet for the game!

It all kicks off next Thursday, November 21st from 3:30pm to the start of the game at 6:00pm. See you there!

Nicholls State University
Nicholls State University Athletics
Nicholls State University Alumni Federation
Colonel Athletic Association
Explore Louisiana