LET DOWNTOWN SURPRISE YOU
As the heart of our community and the center of Acadiana, we invite you to explore what makes Downtown Lafayette an unforgettable place to be.
Who is Downtown Lafayette?
Downtown Lafayette is represented by two organizations: the Downtown Development Authority and Downtown Lafayette Unlimited. They work together to help Downtown thrive.
Restaurants & Bars
Live Performances
Parcs & Museums
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Downtown Lafayette is rising
Lafayette Consolidated Government’s drainage construction will begin downtown. This is just one of several projects that will be taking place downtown to mitigate flooding, upgrade the drainage system, and protect residences and businesses. We are grateful for our local government’s commitment to infrastructure improvements in the downtown area.
Over the last year, Downtown has grown by leaps and bounds. Check out our annual report to learn more about our 2022 year and the plans and goals we have for 2023.
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Downtown is where Lafayette happens
Downtown is where the residents of Lafayette and Acadiana come to work and play. Something exciting is always happening at the numerous businesses, organizations, galleries, restaurants, music venues, and festivals located Downtown. Stay up-to-date on Downtown news and stories when you subscribe to our newsletters, or follow us on social media.
Recent News & Stories
DTA! Shop Sessions: Sweet Cecilia at SOLA Violins (Ep. 6)
Sweet Cecilia is the featured artist in the final episode of DTA! Shop Sessions. The all female, award-winning trio is a family band from Cecilia, LA. Their music is deeply rooted in country, rock, folk, and Cajun influences.
DTA! Shop Sessions: Kelli Jones & Joel Savoy at SOLA Violins (Ep. 5)
Episode 5 of DTA! Shop Sessions features Kelli Jones and Joel Savoy playing dual fiddles in Downtown Lafayette’s SOLA Violins.
DTA! Shop Sessions: Shrugs at Genterie Supply Co. (Ep. 4)
The fourth episode of DTA! Shop Sessions features the Lafayette-based band Shrugs. The acoustic set reverberates with haunting melodies and sweet vocal harmonies.