September 2019
The Viatones + All-Star Tribute to The Beatles at Downtown Alive!
The Viatones will continue the DTA! tradition of incredible tribute concerts with an homage to The Beatles at Downtown Alive!
Find out more »October 2019
Doctor Nativo + Rio Luminoso at Downtown Alive!
Doctor Nativo returns to the stage in Downtown Lafayette after becoming one of the hottest acts at this year’s Festival International de Louisiane. The “Guatamaya” Mayan-Reggae-Cumbia band will be joined by Rio Luminoso at the DTA! kick-off concert for ACLA Latin Music Festival.
Find out more »Latin Music Festival
The ACLA Latin Music Festival is a free, family-friendly event to celebrate the beautiful and bold Latin culture in our local community. Music, fresh Latin American cuisine, folkloric art, children’s activities, and much more.
Find out more »Zydeco Pancake Breakfast 2019
The Zydeco Pancake Breakfast is an annual fundraiser for the Kiwanis Club of Acadiana with all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, drinks, games for the kids, and music by Terry and the Zydeco Bad Boys.
Find out more »Coco at Movies in the Parc
Pixar's Coco will play at Movies in the Parc on Saturday, October 12. Movies in the Parc is a free, family-friendly outdoor movie night in Downtown Lafayette.
Find out more »November 2019
Wayne Toups & Zydecajun at Downtown Alive!
On Friday, November 1st, Downtown Alive! will throw Centennial Celebration for Evangeline Maid with music by Grammy-winner Wayne Toups & Zydecajun.
Find out more »Kung Fu Panda at Movies in the Parc
Kung Fu Panda will play at Movies in the Parc on Saturday, October 12. Movies in the Parc is a free, family-friendly movie night in Downtown Lafayette.
Find out more »December 2019
Christmas Tree Extravaganza
The Christmas Tree Extravaganza is a grove of live Christmas trees that will be decorated by families, businesses, organizations, and groups of friends as part of a friendly Christmas Competition to see who can create the most beautifully decorated Christmas Tree in Lafayette.
Find out more »Photos with Santa Claus
As part of the Merry & Bright Downtown Christmas, there are multiple opportunities to bring the young ones to meet Santa Claus, take photos, and deliver Christmas wishes to the big man.
Find out more »Christmas with the Boss
"Zydeco Boss," Keith Frank and the Grammy-winning Pine Leaf Boys kick off Christmas at this free, family-friendly concert in Downtown Lafayette.
Find out more »Photos with Santa Claus
As part of the Merry & Bright Downtown Christmas, there are multiple opportunities to bring the young ones to meet Santa Claus, take photos, and deliver Christmas wishes to the big man.
Find out more »Christmas Tree Extravaganza Kick-Off
The Extravaganza is a Christmas tree decorating contest that will bring together families, businesses, and organizations for a friendly competition to see who can create the most beautiful Christmas Tree in Lafayette.
Find out more »Photos with Santa
Santa Claus will be at Parc International after the Sonic Christmas Parade on Sunday, December 8. Join us after the parade for an opportunity to meet Jolly Saint Nick and convey your Christmas wishes.
Find out more »Photos with Santa
As part of the Merry & Bright Downtown Christmas, there are multiple opportunities to bring the young ones to meet Santa Claus, take photos, and deliver Christmas wishes to the big man.
Find out more »ArtWalk Holiday Market
Find unique gifts and enjoy live performances at the Holiday Art MarketThe December ArtWalk offers a magical opportunity for gift shopping and art appreciation in Downtown. As part of the Merry & Bright Christmas in Downtown, there will be a special art market set up in the North Pole of Downtown at Parc International. Take a stroll or a carriage ride down Jefferson Street to enjoy the Window Wonderland and the shops and galleries of Downtown before you head to Parc…
Find out more »Photos with Santa Claus
Meet Santa Claus during the Holiday Art Market at Parc International. The market will be set up amidst the backdrop of live Christmas trees, giant decorations, and festive lights at the North Pole of Downtown. It will be a magical environment where your young ones can meet Santa and convey wishes for the Christmas season
Find out more »CycleBar Tacky Sweater Pop-Up
It's time for Christmas fitness and fun at the Tacky Sweater CycleBar Pop-Up ride!As part of the Merry & Bright Downtown Christmas, Downtown Lafayette Unlimited and CycleBar are teaming up to host a pop-up morning cycle class among the trees and decorations of the Downtown North Pole at Parc International. Wear your tackiest sweater and get ready to burn away holiday calories as CycleBar's talented instructors lead the class in an exhilarating, Chrismas-themed cardio workout.The 30 minute classes are $25…
Find out more »Downtown Candlelight Christmas
A night of Christmas readings and carolsDowntown Candlelight Christmas is a family-friendly event, held at Parc Intenational as part of the Merry & Bright Christmas Downtown. This event will feature the telling of the story of the first Christmas, narrated by Reverend Max Zehner of First United Methodist Church, and interspersed with traditional carols led by a group of talented local musicians. Grab a cup of hot chocolate, light a candle, and join in song with friends and family in…
Find out more »Christmas Tree Extravaganza Grand Finale
The winners of the Merry & Bright Downtown Christmas tree decorating contest will be announced at this festive finale to a season of Christmas events in Downtown. There will be live music, hot chocolate, adult beverages, a final opportunity to take pictures with Santa, and a special Christmas edition of Movies in the Parc.
Find out more »February 2020
Hop at Movies in the Parc
Movies in the Parc presents the first movie night of the Spring season. Get ready for Easter with the exciting adventure of teenage runaway, E.B. and his journey to become a drummer in a rock'n'roll band.
Find out more »March 2020
Patty in the Parc 2020 starring Sir Mix-A-Lot
Patty In The Parc is THE annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration in Downtown Lafayette's Parc International.
Find out more »Bas Clas + Has Beans @ DTA!
DTA!, presented by Evangeline Maid, welcomes you to party with us March 27th, at Parc International, featuring performances from Bas Clas and Has Beans!
Find out more »April 2020
Anders Osborne + Brother Dege & The Bretheren at DTA!
DTA!, presented by Evangeline Maid, starts off April with a bang April 3rd, in Parc International featuring Anders Osborne and Brother Dege & The Bretheren!
Find out more »Soul Creole + Horace Trahan & The Ossun Express at DTA!
DTA!, presented by Evangeline Maid, is back Friday, April 10th, in Parc International—featuring Soul Creole along with Horace Trahan & the Ossun Express!
Find out more »December 2020
A Very Curley Christmas
Downtown's virtual event, A Very Curley Christmas, is the ultimate kick-off for the holiday season in Lafayette. Enjoy the music of Curley Taylor and Zydeco Trouble amidst a winter wonderland in Downtown! Sponsored by Coca-Cola, this family-friendly virtual concert will be live-streamed from Parc International which will be decked out in Christmas cheer for the month of December. The Parc will be decorated as the "North Pole of Downtown" with lights, giant ornaments, a grove of living Christmas trees, and…
Find out more »May 2021
Local Palooza
Join us in celebrating all things local on Saturday, May 22! This downtown celebration of local arts and culture is one you won't want to miss.
Find out more »September 2021
Downtown Alive! ft. Chris Ardoin
DTA!, is gearing up to bring this important cultural celebration back to its traditional format, in-person in Parc International, with a top-notch lineup and more energy than ever. The star-studded homegrown talent showcased in this 39th season’s lineup includes Chris Ardoin!
Find out more »November 2021
Downtown Rising
Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns presents Downtown Rising 2021 featuring:
Tank and the Bangas + Big Freedia
and DJ Digital!
Downtown Rising celebrates Downtown’s growth and development.
December 2021
Lighting of the Tree Concert
This ultimate kick-off of the holiday season will be held in Parc International amidst a winter wonderland experience.
Find out more »Sonic Parade After Party
The Sonic Christmas Parade is making a comeback as we officially welcome Santa to Lafayette. Keep the fun going and join us for an official after-party in Parc International beginning at 2:00pm.
Find out more »Candlelight Christmas
Looking to celebrate a traditional Christmas program with family and friends? Join us for Candelight Christmas!
Find out more »Movies in the Parc ft. The Polar Express
Join us on Saturday, December 18 for Movies in the Parc ft. The Polar Express, the final event of Downtown Lafayette’s Merry & Bright Holiday Series.
Find out more »January 2022
Movies in the Parc ft. Frozen
Join us in Parc International for a screening of Frozen. Gates open at 4:00pm for children's activities. Movie will begin after dark.
Find out more »March 2022
Downtown Alive! & Tour du Riz ft. Marc Broussard and The Good Dudes
Downtown Lafayette Unlimited is excited to announce its return to live, in-person music beginning on Friday, March 11th.
Find out more »May 2022
DTA! Local Palooza
Local Palooza is back! Join us Memorial Day weekend for this celebration of all things local arts & culture.
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