Events

March 16-April 2, 2023. Live theatre production, concessions.

Fr. Mark Toups is assistant to the Diocesan Administrator, Coordinator for Parish Life and Development, and Pastor of Our Lady of the Isle Catholic Church in Grand Isle, LA. Fr. Toups has written several books on the Catholic faith, is an incredible homilist and has done blogs dealing with faith in our lives.

Join 64 Parishes magazine's editorial staff and two regular contributors for a conversation on the nuts and bolts of writing for (and pitching to) magazines.

Cajun cocktail/dinner party featuring music by Bunk Johnson Brazz Band. Local seafood and other tasty south Louisiana dishes will be offered in the gardens of Shadows-on-the-Teche, a National Trust for Historic Preservation site. 

In the event of inclement weather the event will be held at the Sliman Theater (129 East Main St.).

March 31-April 2, 2023. The L'Acadian Art Guild exhibit will be on display Friday through Sunday during library hours, with reception on Friday from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Artists will be on hand to meet visitors and talk about their art.

John Warner Smith, former Louisiana Poet Laureate, will be reading works for the Books Along the Teche Literary Festival. 

The first Friday of each month will feature local Cajun music while remaining Fridays will feature a variety of singers, songwriters as well as local legends. Pie Bar will offer a 10% discount on all menu items, every Monday, to all residents of New Iberia. Residents will simply show their drivers license (or other ID) to receive 10% off their food and drink order.

The Books Along the Teche Literary Festival is packed full of fun and educational activities for children of all ages. There are kids cooking demo, storytimes, a children's author's fair, drawing and writing workshop and story walk and more. Visit the festival's website for details and registration information.

March 31 - April 2, 2023. Literary Festival with a focus on Great Southern Writers, highlighting Iberia Parish authors and others who write about the unique culture of Louisiana. Events include cooking demonstrations, workshops on writing, book fair, academic symposiums, receptions, poetry, music, live oak walk, movie screenings, children's activities, readers theater and more. Learn Cajun dancing or how to play bouree, and tour the areas described in the Dave Robicheaux novels.

Local seafood cooking demo and tastings by Chef Marcelle Bienvenu.

First Saturday of the month from March to December except July. Enjoy what's fresh for the season from area farms and local waters, along with tasting opportunities and recipes, live music, kids activities and other special events at Bayou Carlin Cove Boat Landing and Pavilion.

Cajun dance lessons from 6-7 p.m. Dinner and music is from 7-8 p.m. Music performances by Terry Huval and the Jambalaya Cajun Band. In the event of inclement weather, the party will be held at Sliman Theater (129 E. Main St.).

Iberia Performing Arts League presents onstage dialogue and narration from "The Book of Lost Friends" by the 2 time New York Times' Best Selling Author Lisa Wingate. The group will read excerpts from the Lisa Wingate's historical novel.

The University of Louisiana Lafayette College of Liberal Arts James Lee Burke symposium will feature Kim Hoffmeister-Rzotkiewicz of Marengo Community High School. She is a 30 year high school teacher, a multi-sports coach, and a fan of James Lee Burke. She will share her insights into Dave Robicheaux's sidekick and more.

Morgan Richard Olivier is a best-selling author, mental and spiritual health advocate, wife, and speaker. Through empathy and wisdom from lessons learned, she enlightens and inspires others to find the greater purpose in life's pains and pressures.

Compete in a spirited Bourée tournament game sponsored by Pelicans On The Bayou. Beginner and experienced players are welcome. Prizes and gift certificates for winners, no cash awards. The tournament is $25 and participants must be 21 or older to enter.

March 31 - April 2, 2023. Literary Festival with a focus on Great Southern Writers, highlighting Iberia Parish authors and others who write about the unique culture of Louisiana. Events include cooking demonstrations, workshops on writing, book fair, academic symposiums, receptions, poetry, music, live oak walk, movie screenings, children's activities, readers theater and more. Learn Cajun dancing or how to play bouree, and tour the areas described in the Dave Robicheaux novels.

March 31-April 2, 2023. The L'Acadian Art Guild exhibit will be on display Friday through Sunday during library hours, with reception on Friday from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Artists will be on hand to meet visitors and talk about their art.

Experience a harvest of delicious homegrown produce and home-made products by area farmers, artists and crafters. Also included are hand-made cypress yard objects, home-made bread and fresh baked goods, ceramics, honey, jellies, jams, herbs, candies, handcrafted wooden bowls and utensils, birdhouses, garden benches and much more. The market is held every Saturday morning from 7 - 11 a.m. and Tuesday afternoon from 2 - 6 p.m.

The Iberia Cultural Resources Association presents Andy Smith, 1 p.m., and the Acadiana Symphony Orchestra, 3 p.m., in special free outdoor performances under the oaks. Bring your picnic lunch. Best picnic theme judging at 2:30 pm. Balloon artist and beverage booth available. In case of rain, the concert will be held in the Sugar Cane Festival Building. Visit website for details and watch this video.

March 31 - April 2, 2023. Literary Festival with a focus on Great Southern Writers, highlighting Iberia Parish authors and others who write about the unique culture of Louisiana. Events include cooking demonstrations, workshops on writing, book fair, academic symposiums, receptions, poetry, music, live oak walk, movie screenings, children's activities, readers theater and more. Learn Cajun dancing or how to play bouree, and tour the areas described in the Dave Robicheaux novels.

March 31-April 2, 2023. The L'Acadian Art Guild exhibit will be on display Friday through Sunday during library hours, with reception on Friday from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Artists will be on hand to meet visitors and talk about their art.

Local farmers selling produce, plants, honey, homemade pies or any item made/produced locally. Grass-fed beef, pork and lamb are also available at the meat market during this time.

Lanexang Village celebrates the Lao New Year every Easter weekend with a three-day festival that includes live music, a beauty pageant, parades, sand castle building, kids activities, and several vendors selling clothes, jewelry, music and food from Southeast Asia. 

Experience a harvest of delicious homegrown produce and home-made products by area farmers, artists and crafters. Also included are hand-made cypress yard objects, home-made bread and fresh baked goods, ceramics, honey, jellies, jams, herbs, candies, handcrafted wooden bowls and utensils, birdhouses, garden benches and much more. The market is held every Saturday morning from 7 - 11 a.m. and Tuesday afternoon from 2 - 6 p.m.