Fall Travel
Down the bayou or just up the street, there’s something new and exciting for you to discover around every corner of Louisiana!
Lafayette CVC
Fall is the perfect time to visit Lafayette. Cooler weather and warm vibes create the ideal setting for unforgettable food, music, and cultural experiences.
Plan your trip around local favorites like Festivals Acadiens et Creoles, the Latin Music Festival, or the Blackpot Festival & Cook-Off. Sample local brews at Gulf Brew or enjoy family fun at the Bayou Vermilion Boat Parade.
Music fills the air throughout fall, from the midweek Mercredi Show to Downtown Alive!, Bach Lunch on Friday, and late nights at local dancehalls. Expect Cajun, zydeco, and modern sounds.
Outdoorsy types can explore the Bayou Vermilion and Lake Martin by boat, or stroll Moncus Park during the Farmers & Artisans Market held on Saturdays.
Don’t miss Lafayette’s award-winning cuisine—think gumbo, boudin, po-boys, and some surprises along the way.
Add history and art with a visit to Vermilionville or the Hilliard Art Museum.
Discover more fall fun at LafayetteTravel.com/Fall.
The Real Easy
In Central Louisiana, we believe life doesn’t have to be complicated to be fulfilling. That’s the heart behind The Real Easy—a regional brand celebrating the ease, connection, and opportunity that define this unique part of the state. Here, you’ll find a slower pace with a stronger sense of community, rich cultural traditions, vibrant natural landscapes, and careers that offer more than just a paycheck. Whether you’re raising a family, launching a business, or simply looking for a better quality of life, Central Louisiana makes it easy to thrive. Commutes are short, the cost of living is low, and the people are warm and welcoming. From festivals to forest trails, porch swings to symphony nights, this is a place where life is lived well—and lived easily.
Ready to experience it for yourself? Visit RealEasyLA.com or follow us on social media @RealEasyLA.
Festivals Acadiens et Créoles
Festivals Acadiens et Créoles — the world’s first and largest Cajun and Zydeco music festival — is an unforgettable cultural travel experience set in the heart of French-speaking Louisiana. The free event takes place October 10-12, 2025, in Lafayette’s Girard Park. Festivalgoers rent park space, set up open-sided tents, and invite friends and family to share in the fun.
Founded over 50 years ago with legends like Clifton Chenier and Dewey Balfa, the festival’s cultural lineage lives on through their children — CJ Chenier and Christina Balfa — who are now regular performers.
Watch master musicians jam on traditional instruments, learn to two-step from locals, and taste the soul of the region through gumbo, étouffée, and cracklins. Explore artisan markets, attend cooking demos, or run the Tour de Attakapas — the official festival 5K.
More than a festival, it’s a living celebration of heritage and hospitality where every song, bite, and handshake tells a story.
For more information, visit festivalsacadiens.com.
Port Arthur CVB
Port Arthur is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Bordered by the Gulf of Mexico, Sabine Lake, and the Neches River, Port Arthur is perfect for boating, paddling, and fishing. Nature lovers can explore Sea Rim State Park, McFaddin Beach, and McFaddin National Wildlife Refuge, along with Village Creek State Park and the Big Thicket National Preserve, offering abundant shorelines, wooded trails, and camping spots.
Port Arthur lies along both the Central and Mississippi flyways, making it a top birding destination with 30 trails within a 40-mile radius, including world-famous sites like Sabine Woods and Cattail Marsh.
Designated the official Cajun Capital of Texas, Port Arthur is rich in flavor and history, showcased at the Museum of the Gulf Coast. Dine al fresco on the water, dance the night away, and savor spicy Cajun seafood on your next Upper Texas Gulf Coast getaway at Visit Port Arthur – true Texas with a Cajun twist!
Learn more at visitportarthurtx.com.
Avoyelles Parish
As you travel the roads of Louisiana this summer into fall, take a backroad trip to the center of Louisiana, yes that is correct, Avoyelles Parish boasts the coordinates to CENTRE de la LOUISIANE, 31.0693876La, -91.9970055Lo. The physical address is 1860 Old River Road, Mansura, LA 71350. Come on out and take a selfie in Louisiana’s center and share your history making photo with us on FB: TravelAvoyelles.
When you visit Avoyelles, you’ll get Louisiana your way. A laid-back stroll down a charming main street –it’s here! Cultural attractions in a beautiful natural setting –that’s us too! And the thrills of a Vegas-style casino with a bounty of entertainment and dining. When is the last time you visited a service station where an attendant pumped your gas and wiped your windshield sites along a historic highway? You’ll find it all and more when you find your center in Avoyelles!
West Baton Rouge
The West Baton Rouge Convention & Visitor Bureau grounds will be center stage, once again, for the Annual Smokin’ Oldies BBQ Cook-Off. This event is a BCA State Championship Cook-Off held on Saturday, September 13th. Come out and watch the competition while dancing to the music of Justin Cornett from noon to 4 p.m. Visit the local crafters and Louisiana food booths. Then on Sunday, September 14th, the Oldies But Goodies Fest begins at 11:00 a.m. with Waters Edge performing from noon to 4 p.m. Come out and enjoy the antique car show, local crafts, and Louisiana food booths.
For more information on these events, please visit westbatonrouge.net.
Red River Revel
Get ready for the 49th Annual Red River Revel Arts Festival in Shreveport, Louisiana, on September 25-28 and October 2-5, 2025! This celebration of the arts features a diverse musical lineup of national and regional performers over four stages. The first weekend features renowned artists like Pam Tillis and The Rumble, while the second weekend presents Galactic with Jelly Joseph and Tab Benoit. This year’s theme, “The Beat Goes On,” highlights the joy of music and drumming! Festival-goers can further immerse themselves in the rhythm by checking out SQUONK! during weekend one and TAIKOPROJECT on weekend two.
Art enthusiasts will enjoy over 100 talented artists showcasing a variety of one-of-a-kind works, including ceramics, paintings, and photography. The Revel is a foodie’s dream with over 100 unique menu items! Don’t miss this cherished tradition! Mark your calendars, visit redriverrevel.com, and celebrate the arts at the Red River Revel!
Visit Mississippi
As the summer heat fades, Mississippi comes alive with outdoor adventures, festivals, and unforgettable experiences.
Just across the river, the cities of Natchez and Vicksburg bring history to life, with attractions like Longwood, America’s largest octagonal home, and the sweeping landscapes and solemn beauty of Vicksburg National Military Park.
Music fans should check out GRAMMY Museum Mississippi (Cleveland), the Delta Blues Museum (Clarksdale), and the B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center (Indianola). For a more literary experience, head to Oxford to visit Rowan Oak, William Faulkner’s historic home, and sample the city’s outstanding restaurants.
Fall also brings a lineup of can’t-miss festivals, including the Mississippi Delta Blues & Heritage Festival in Greenville, the Peter Anderson Arts & Crafts Festival in Ocean Springs, and Cruisin’ the Coast (a must for classic car fans).
Make your next fall getaway one to remember. Plan your journey at VisitMississippi.org.
