Downtown Lafayette

Farm to Table(aux)® Update! 🌻

We’re officially SOLD OUT of General Admission tables, but you can still be part of the magic! A few General Admission seats, VIP tables, and tickets are available. Don’t miss this chance to experience Van Gogh's Arty Night with our incredible culinary partners and local artists, all while supporting Downtown Lafayette.

Get your tickets today by clicking here: https://farmtotableaux.com/event/lafayette/

🎶It’s Friday, Downtown Alive! is back tonight with an exciting performance from local indie-rock band, The Debtors! 🎸

Grab your friends, bring your dancing shoes, and meet us in Parc Sans Souci from 6-8:30PM for great music and community fun. As always, DTA! is free and family-friendly. Let’s kick off this weekend with a bang — see you downtown!

The 2024 season of Downtown Alive! is presented by Evangeline Maid with support from Lafayette Utilities System (LUS), LUS Fiber, Lafayette, Louisiana, CGI United States, Cox and the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.

We're excited to introduce our fourth and final culinary partner for the inaugural Farm to Table(aux)® fundraiser, presented by Moss BMW – Chef Peter Cooke of Park Bistro Lafayette! 🍽️

On November 10th, Chef Peter will bring his exceptional culinary talents to the table, featuring locally sourced, seasonal dishes that capture the essence of Acadiana. A big thank you to Park Bistro Lafayette for joining us for this special evening.

Tickets are officially on sale! Secure your spot today by clicking here: https://bit.ly/4dlXE8L

🌟 Business is Booming in Downtown Lafayette, LA! 🏙️

Discover why businesses are thriving here:
• Affordable living & commercial spaces 🏠💼
• Thriving live-work-play environment
• Exciting new restaurants alongside beloved staples 🍽️
• Innovative initiatives like the Small Business Challenge
• Opportunity Machine: A game-changing business incubator 🚀
• Supportive community fostering startup growth
• Young entrepreneurs bringing fresh energy downtown

From tech companies to artisanal shops, Downtown Lafayette is becoming the place to be for business!
Have you experienced the buzz in Downtown Lafayette lately? Share your favorite spot! 👇

Read more here: https://loom.ly/4krJi0M

TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE! ✨

On Sunday, November 10, 2024, Downtown Lafayette Unlimited will host its inaugural Farm to Table(aux)® fundraiser presented by Moss BMW at Acadiana Center for the Arts. Guests will enjoy a Van Gogh-themed evening of art, food, drinks, and fundraising to support Downtown Lafayette featuring an art auction highlighting pieces by local artists, chances to win big ticket items like trip experiences, custom-made jewelry, and so much more!

This year's inaugural event is presented by Moss BMW with additional support from Home Bank and Oats & Marino.

Purchase your tickets today by visiting: https://bit.ly/4dssSK2

🌟MEET THE ARTISTS 🌟

The Debtors 🎸🥁

Hailing from Lafayette, Louisiana, this close-knit quintet jumps from beachy tunes to groovy melodies while remaining true to their indie-rock roots.

Join us as they make their DTA! debut THIS Friday, October 4th in Parc Sans Souci. Music kicks off at 6PM. We hope to see you there! 🙌

Thank you to presenting sponsor, Evangeline Maid, and supporting sponsors, Lafayette Utilities System (LUS), LUS Fiber, Cox, CGI, Lafayette, Louisiana, and the University of Louisiana at Lafayette for making this season of Downtown Alive! possible!

We're proud to announce our third culinary partner for the Farm to Table(aux)® fundraiser, presented by Moss BMW – Hollie Girouard, owner of the beloved Ton's Downtown!

Known for her commitment to local flavors and community, Hollie will be serving up dishes on November 10th that highlight the best of Acadiana's seasonal ingredients. We're grateful to Ton's Downtown for being part of this special event!

Tickets go on sale to the public on October 1st – mark your calendars!

We’re thrilled and humbled by the donation from Kiki for the Playground at Parc Sans Souci Preservation Fund. Kiki Frayard and Katie Culbert were instrumental in Downtown’s first all-inclusive playground becoming a reality for children of all abilities to experience. Their continued generosity signifies the importance of public-private partnerships and investments in our community that will last for generations to come. Thank you to this dynamic duo who are always finding creative ways to add to the vibrancy of our city’s core.

🚧 Pardon Our Progress! 🚧

Starting today, the 700 block of Lafayette Street and 600 block of Congress Street in Downtown Lafayette will be temporarily closed for infrastructure upgrades. Thank you for your patience, and don't forget to plan ahead if you're visiting the area!

On Tuesday, September 24, 2024, Lafayette Utilities System (LUS) will begin sewer repairs on the 700 block of Lafayette Street and 600 block of Congress Street. As a result, the southbound lane of Lafayette Street and the westbound side sidewalk, parking spots, and bike lane of Congress Street will be closed. The project will take approximately two weeks to complete – with expected working hours from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

To avoid potential traffic delays, motorists who frequent the affected area are advised to take South Washington Street instead of Lafayette Street or to incorporate additional time into their schedules. In addition, motorists are urged to be mindful of worker safety when traveling through this area. For updates, please subscribe to the Outage & Events Map at https://www.lus.org/map/.

Mission Statement: As a publicly owned utilities system, we provide high-quality, competitively priced services that exceed our customers’ expectations, and contribute to the Consolidated Government to support other community needs.

We're excited to introduce our second culinary partner for the inaugural Farm to Table(aux)® fundraiser, presented by Moss BMW – Chef Sullivan Zant of Vestal Restaurant! 🍽️

Chef Sullivan will bring his expertise and passion for local, fresh ingredients on Sunday, November 10th to create dishes that highlight Acadiana's rich flavors. A special thank you to Vestal Restaurant for joining us in making this event unforgettable!

Tickets go on sale to the public on October 1st – don't miss out on this extraordinary evening of food, art, and community. Stay tuned for more chef announcements!

Downtown Lafayette is proud to have our team, including board members Jaci Russo, William Robert Joseph LaBar, and Leah Graeff, alongside Councilman Kenneth Boudreaux participating in One Acadiana's Leadership Exchange this week in Grand Rapids.

This gathering of regional leaders offers valuable opportunities to share insights, explore strategies, and bring innovative solutions back to Lafayette. We're excited to see how this experience will help shape the future of our downtown and the broader community.

We're thrilled to reveal our 1st of 4 culinary partners for the inaugural Farm to Table(aux)® fundraiser, presented by Moss BMW – Chef Tyler Langley of Spoonbill Watering Hole & Restaurant! 🍽

On November 10th, Chef Tyler will showcase his talent with fresh, seasonal dishes made from locally sourced ingredients, bringing his signature creativity to the table. A special thank you to Spoonbill Watering Hole & Restaurant for being a part of this exciting evening!

Farm to Table(aux)® is a night of unforgettable flavors, art, and performances you won't want to miss. Tickets go on sale to the public on October 1st – mark your calendars and stay tuned for more culinary reveals!

THANK YOU, LAFAYETTE! ♥️🤟🌶️

We had an amazing time this past Friday at the second annual Ragin' Cajuns Downtown Alive! presented by Evangeline Maid and in partnership with the University of Louisiana at Lafayette! We're still buzzing from the incredible turnout! Our community came together and it was a night filled with great music from The Good Dudes, amazing energy, and tons of Ragin' Cajun spirit! 💥

We look forward to seeing everyone at our next Downtown Alive! on Friday, October 4th with music from The Debtors in Parc Sans Souci!

This special edition DTA! would not be possible without the support from presenting sponsor, Evangeline Maid along with our partners at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and Lafayette, Louisiana, LUS Fiber, Lafayette Utilities System (LUS), CGI, Cox, and the UL Lafayette Student Government Association.

📸 Paul Kieu, University of Louisiana at Lafayette

Get ready for the ultimate celebration as DLU partners with the University of Louisiana at Lafayette to present the second annual Ragin' Cajuns® Downtown Alive! ft. The Good Dudes! 🌶️🎉

Everyone is invited to enjoy free, live music and Cajun spirit in the heart of Downtown Lafayette TONIGHT at Parc Sans Souci.

The music kicks off at 6:00PM and ends 9:00PM. Please leave ice chests at home and help keep DTA! free by grabbing a drink from the beverage tent and a bite to eat from food vendors and downtown restaurants.

DTA! would not be possible without the generous support of our long time supporter and presenting sponsor, Evangeline Maid. A special thank you to everyone in our community for coming together and celebrating the music and culture that makes us one of a kind!

We'll see y'all TONIGHT! ❤🌶🤟🎶

We're bringing the Ragin' Cajun spirit to TOMORROW, September 13th at the second annual Ragin' Cajuns Downtown Alive! 🌶️🎶 While Lafayette was spared from the impact of Hurricane Francine, our hearts are with the surrounding communities still recovering. Let's come together to lift each other up and enjoy a night of live music from The Good Dudes, the Ragin' Roar Pep Rally, and plenty of Cajun pride at Parc Sans Souci! 🙌

In the spirit of community, Second Harvest Food Bank will be on-site with a donation trailer collecting canned goods. All donations will go directly to those impacted by Hurricane Francine. https://bit.ly/4gjQT8N

Wear your RED and join us from 6-9PM for great music, tasty treats from food vendors, and a chance to welcome students to the downtown community! ♥️🤟

Presented by Evangeline Maid in partnership with the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and with support from Lafayette Utilities System (LUS), Cox, LUS Fiber, CGI, Lafayette, Louisiana, and the UL Lafayette Student Government Association.

With Francine expected to make landfall in Louisiana on Wednesday, now is the time to make preparations. Follow these steps to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your property as the storm approaches.

⛈ Due to inclement weather, the Ragin' Cajuns® Downtown Alive! has been RESCHEDULED to September 13th. ⛈

Design an ArtBox! 📣 👨‍🎨

Acadiana Center for the Arts and Lafayette Consolidated Government will create 20 new ArtBoxes in neighborhoods within the historic core of the City of Lafayette featuring artwork that celebrates the unique community and culture of these neighborhoods.

What's an ArtBox? ➡️ ArtBoxes are traffic signal boxes that feature original artwork, printed on high-quality vinyl wraps.
How does it work? ➡️ Artists can submit a proposal with their original artwork to be installed on any of the proposed sites. For submission portal, guidelines and a map outlining the potential sites, click the link below!
https://bit.ly/4ee1BvP