Vermilionville Summer Camp 9-12 English
2025-06-23 08:30 - 2025-06-27 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, LA, 70508, United States
Vermilionville will host our 15th Annual Summer Camp Series. Each week is custom-crafted for each age group and language in order to provide skill-level appropriate demonstrations and hands-on craft opportunities for your camper!
Camp will start every morning at 8:45 AM (morning drop-off begins at 8:30 AM) and end at 4 PM. Friday we will finish at 1:30 PM, following the family lunch and end of camp ceremony. We will also provide the campers with breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack from our restaurant, La Cuisine de Maman.
This summer camp is designed for children between the ages 5-12. All campers are required to have completed kindergarten or a home-school equivalent. Throughout the week, campers will learn about the many things that make Acadiana so unique!

Homeschool Days at Vermilionville
2025-06-25 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-30 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-08-27 10:00 - 16:00 | Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, LA, 70508, United States
The last Wednesday on each month is Homeschool Day at Vermilionville — homeschooling families get a discount on visits to the village! Come enjoy a self-guided tour and an optional rain garden tour (offered at 10 AM, 12 PM and 2 PM)Admission prices for Homeschool Day: age 5 – 17: $5; 18 -older $8.Just let the gift shop know you’re a homeschooling family, and the discount will be applied!

CFMA Cajun Jam
2025-06-28 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-05 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-19 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-07-26 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-02 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-09 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-16 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-23 13:00 - 15:00 and 2 more dates | Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, LA, 70508, United States
Vermilionville’s weekly Cajun Jam Saturday afternoons 1-3 PM is led by some of the area’s finest musicians. The free jam is held in the Performance Center of Vermilionville and is open to all skill levels-beginner to professional. Admission is free but does not include entry to the park. Special thanks to the Cajun French Music Association for sponsoring our weekly jams!

Vermilionville Summer Camp 5-8 French
2025-07-07 08:30 - 2025-07-11 16:30 | Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, LA, 70508, United States

Vermilionville Summer Camp 9-12 French
2025-07-14 08:30 - 2025-07-18 16:30 | Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, LA, 70508, United States

La Table Française -- Parler et Jouer!
2025-07-18 08:30 - 09:30, 2025-08-15 08:30 - 09:30
Join us for a fun morning of playing Bourrée, Bataille, or Dominoes—just like your maw maw and ’em used to do! We’ll practice our French while sipping on some delicious coffee and munching on biscuits. It’s all about friendly competition and keeping the culture alive. Whether you’re a pro or just starting out, come hang out, chat, and enjoy some laughs. Laissez le bon temps rouler!

Bal du Dimanche - Curtis Poullard & the Creole Zydeco Band
2025-07-20 13:00 - 16:00 | Vermilionville – Performance Center
Bayou Vermilion District & Vermilionville host the Bal du Dimanche (Sunday Dance) EVERY WEEK (may be pre-empted by private events). This live music series is held in Vermilionville’s Performance Center and rustic dancehall from 1-4 p.m. Admission is $10 and includes a self-guided tour of the Vermilionville Living History Museum.Come early and grab lunch at Vermilionville’s restaurant, La Cuisine de Maman. The restaurant is open every Sunday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and features authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine. On Sundays, the restaurant features an all-you-can-eat Sunday buffet.Sunday, July 20: Curtis Poullard & the Creole Zydeco BandAdmission to the Live Concert Series is included in your Bayou Vermilion District & Vermilionville membership. To purchase or renew your membership online, visit this link:https://bayouvermiliondistrict.org/membership“>https://bayouvermiliondistrict.org/membershipAll proceeds from this event go towards helping the Bayou Vermilion District and Vermilionville fulfill their local, environmental and cultural missions.

Bal du Dimanche - Cajun Fire
2025-07-27 13:00 - 16:00 | Vermilionville – Performance Center
Bayou Vermilion District & Vermilionville host the Bal du Dimanche (Sunday Dance) EVERY WEEK (may be pre-empted by private events). This live music series is held in Vermilionville’s Performance Center and rustic dancehall from 1-4 p.m. Admission is $10 and includes a self-guided tour of the Vermilionville Living History Museum.Come early and grab lunch at Vermilionville’s restaurant, La Cuisine de Maman. The restaurant is open every Sunday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and features authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine. On Sundays, the restaurant features an all-you-can-eat Sunday buffet.Sunday, July 27: Cajun FireAdmission to the Live Concert Series is included in your Bayou Vermilion District & Vermilionville membership. To purchase or renew your membership online, visit this link:https://bayouvermiliondistrict.org/membership“>https://bayouvermiliondistrict.org/membershipAll proceeds from this event go towards helping the Bayou Vermilion District and Vermilionville fulfill their local, environmental and cultural missions.

Les Vues July 2025 -- Ancestral Artistry: The Influence of Africans and Creoles of Color on Louisiana Architecture
2025-07-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Vermilionville – Performance Center
Join us for our FREE Les Vues film for July, Ancestral Artistry – The Influence of Africans and Creoles of Color on Louisiana Architecture. The 2025 Documentary Film of the Year spotlights Black master artisans’ contributions to Louisiana architecture.

Bal du Dimanche - John Wilson & the Zydeco House Rockers
2025-08-03 13:00 - 16:00 | Vermilionville – Performance Center
Bayou Vermilion District & Vermilionville host the Bal du Dimanche (Sunday Dance) EVERY WEEK (may be pre-empted by private events). This live music series is held in Vermilionville’s Performance Center and rustic dancehall from 1-4 p.m. Admission is $10 and includes a self-guided tour of the Vermilionville Living History Museum.Come early and grab lunch at Vermilionville’s restaurant, La Cuisine de Maman. The restaurant is open every Sunday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and features authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine. On Sundays, the restaurant features an all-you-can-eat Sunday buffet.Sunday, August 3: John Wilson & the Zydeco House RockersAdmission to the Live Concert Series is included in your Bayou Vermilion District & Vermilionville membership. To purchase or renew your membership online, visit this link:https://bayouvermiliondistrict.org/membership“>https://bayouvermiliondistrict.org/membershipAll proceeds from this event go towards helping the Bayou Vermilion District and Vermilionville fulfill their local, environmental and cultural missions.

TGIF Boat Tour -- August 8, 2025
2025-08-08 09:30 - 11:00 | Bayou Vermilion, 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, 70506, United States
We have your chance to gather friends and family and come for a boat tour on the Vermilion — Friday, August 8 at 9:30 AM. This is a perfect chance to spend some time on the river, learn the history and the mystery, see the flora and fauna along the banks — you may spy an alligator or two! Join Cap’n Mike Fowler and Environmental Impact Director Loree Stickles for this awesome adventure. Get your tickets today — limited to 25 admissions.

Acadian Culture Day 2025
2025-08-10 10:00 - 17:00 | Bayou Vermilion, 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, 70506, United States
The community is invited to join the Bayou Vermilion District’s Vermilionville to celebrate our annual FREE Festival, Acadian Culture Day on Sunday, August 10th from 10 AM – 5 PM. Join us for a family-friendly day of live music, great food, art, cooking, storytelling, spinning and weaving, arts and crafts, and other demonstrations.
IN THE VILLAGE:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The art of Kali Picard
Wood running and musket demonstration (hourly)with Bob Borel
Cajun music storytelling and play along with Kevin Rees
The art of Roz LeCompte
Healing Garden Tours with The Lafayette Master Gardeners
A Traiteur’s Traditions with Becca Begnaud
History’s Fun & Games with Marlene Doucet
Broussard House Tours with Jay Steiner
11:00 – 3:00 Family Crafts in the Chapel
IN THE PERFORMANCE CENTER:
10 AM Cajun Jam
10:30 AM Tintamarre!
11 AM Cameron Fontenot & the Rhythm Aces
1:30 PM Acadian Cultural Heritage Award
2 PM Bonsoir Catin
CRAFT & COOKING DEMOS IN THE COOKING SCHOOL:
11:30 Traditional Soap Making with Mimi Delgizzi
1:00 A Season for Pastries with Poupart’s Bakery
3:00 a Cajun-themed Cocktail with Tait Martin of Wildcat Brothers
Food and beverage available for purchase. NOTE: No outside vendors needed. Admission is free.

Bal du Dimanche - Randy Vidrine & the Lafayette Rhythm Devils
2025-08-24 13:00 - 16:00 | Vermilionville – Performance Center
Bayou Vermilion District & Vermilionville host the Bal du Dimanche (Sunday Dance) EVERY WEEK (may be pre-empted by private events). This live music series is held in Vermilionville’s Performance Center and rustic dancehall from 1-4 p.m. Admission is $10 and includes a self-guided tour of the Vermilionville Living History Museum.Come early and grab lunch at Vermilionville’s restaurant, La Cuisine de Maman. The restaurant is open every Sunday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and features authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine. On Sundays, the restaurant features an all-you-can-eat Sunday buffet.Sunday, August 24: Randy Vidrine & the Lafayette Rhythm DevilsAdmission to the Live Concert Series is included in your Bayou Vermilion District & Vermilionville membership. To purchase or renew your membership online, visit this link:https://bayouvermiliondistrict.org/membership“>https://bayouvermiliondistrict.org/membershipAll proceeds from this event go towards helping the Bayou Vermilion District and Vermilionville fulfill their local, environmental and cultural missions.

Homeschoolers Boat Tour, August 27 10:30 AM
2025-08-27 10:30 - 12:30 | Bayou Vermilion, 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, 70506, United States
Calling all homeschoolers, age 5 – adult! Come take a tour on the Cocodrie 2, Bayou Vermilion District’s flat bottom boat. Learn all about the history, geology and environment of the Vermilion River. See the sights, flora and fauna (who knows, and a gator or two!) Spend an hour in the morning breezes with our boat captain, Mike Fowler, and Environmental Impact Director Lorr Stickles as your guides, August 27 at 10:30 AM.
Life jackets must be worn, and will be provided. Maximum tour capacity: 25.

Homeschooler Boat Tour 8/27 11:45 AM
2025-08-27 11:45 - 12:45 | Bayou Vermilion, 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, 70506, United States
Calling all homeschoolers! Come take a tour on the Cocodrie 2, Bayou Vermilion District’s flat bottom boat. Learn all about the history, geology and environment of the Vermilion River. See the sights, flora and fauna (who knows, and a gator or two!) Spend an hour in the morning breezes with our boat captain, Mike Fowler, and Environmental Impact Director Lorr Stickles as your guides, August 27 at 10:30 AM.
Life jackets must be worn, and will be provided for adults and children over 30 lbs. Siblings younger than 5 are free, and welcome, but MUST be counted in the ticket numbers (limited space on our boat…) If they do not qualify for the 30-pound limit, you must bring a life jacket for them. . Maximum tour capacity: 25.

Boat Tour 8/30 9:30 AM
2025-08-30 09:30 - 10:30 | Bayou Vermilion, 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, 70506, United States
Come take a tour on the Cocodrie 2, Bayou Vermilion District’s flat bottom boat. Learn all about the history, geology and environment of the Vermilion River. See the sights, flora and fauna (who knows, and a gator or two!) Spend an hour in the morning breezes with our boat captain, Mike Fowler, and Ivy Broussard as your guides, August 30, 9:30 AM.
Life jackets must be worn, and will be provided for adults and children over 30 lbs. Siblings younger than 5 are free, and welcome, but MUST be counted in the ticket numbers (limited space on our boat…) If they do not qualify for the 30-pound limit, you must bring a life jacket for them. . Ticket availability: 8

Bal du Dimanche - RJ & Creole Smoove
2025-08-31 13:00 - 16:00 | Vermilionville – Performance Center
Bayou Vermilion District & Vermilionville host the Bal du Dimanche (Sunday Dance) EVERY WEEK (may be pre-empted by private events). This live music series is held in Vermilionville’s Performance Center and rustic dancehall from 1-4 p.m. Admission is $10 and includes a self-guided tour of the Vermilionville Living History Museum.Come early and grab lunch at Vermilionville’s restaurant, La Cuisine de Maman. The restaurant is open every Sunday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and features authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine. On Sundays, the restaurant features an all-you-can-eat Sunday buffet.Sunday, August 31: RJ & Creole SmooveAdmission to the Live Concert Series is included in your Bayou Vermilion District & Vermilionville membership. To purchase or renew your membership online, visit this link:https://bayouvermiliondistrict.org/membership“>https://bayouvermiliondistrict.org/membershipAll proceeds from this event go towards helping the Bayou Vermilion District and Vermilionville fulfill their local, environmental and cultural missions.

Boat Tour 9/2 9:30 AM
2025-09-02 09:30 - 10:30 | Bayou Vermilion, 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, 70506, United States
Come take a tour on the Cocodrie 2, Bayou Vermilion District’s flat bottom boat. Learn all about the history, geology and environment of the Vermilion River. See the sights, flora and fauna (who knows, and a gator or two!) Spend an hour in the morning breezes with our boat captain, Mike Fowler, and Environmental Impact Director Lorr Stickles as your guides, September 2, 9:30 AM.
Life jackets must be worn, and will be provided for adults and children over 30 lbs. Siblings younger than 5 are free, and welcome, but MUST be counted in the ticket numbers (limited space on our boat…) If they do not qualify for the 30-pound limit, you must bring a life jacket for them. . Ticket availability: 21
