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  • Grand Reveil Acadien — Families Day at Vermilionville

    Vermilionville 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, LA, United States

    Celebrate Grand Reveil Acadien October 14 at Vermilionville - Families Day. We'll have events and presentations throughout the village. Join us, admission is FREE to celebrate, food and drink available for purchase! Here is the schedule: Performance Center 10:00-11:00 Vielle Maniére 10:15 - Opening Remarks LA-Acadie Mayor/ President Lt. Governor 11:00 - 1:00 Luke Huval Band 1:00 - 2:00  Birth of Cajun Culture Play by Warren and Mary Perrin 2:00 - 4:00 The Revelers (Blake Miller) School House and Chapel 10:30 - 11:30 Zachary Richard (en français in the School House) 11:30 - 12:00 Peggy Feehan and Jonathan Olivier of CODOFIL (Chapel) 12:00 - 12:30 Noah Arceneaux  (Chapel)  2:15 -  2:45 Greg Woods (Chapel) 2:45 - 3:15 Jason Theriot (Chapel) Festive Area 11:00 - 1:00 Mardi Gras Mingling 11:00 - 2:00 Cajun Food Sampling Historic Houses 10:30 - 3:00 Family Reunions and French Tables Maison Acadienne 11:30 - 12:30 Vieille Maniére Old School House 11:30 - 3:00 French Tables :  

  • Bal du Dimanche

    Bal du Dimanche October 19 – Amis du Teche

    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. Bal du Dimanche is broadcast live on KRVS Public Media 1-3 PM.Sunday, October 19: Amis du TecheAdmission 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.

  • Featured

    Boat Tour 10/29 9:30 AM

    Bayou Vermilion 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, 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. First step: register for the tour here: https://forms.gle/RA2EWifwXnj5dXQB6 ALSO, if you're looking for something else cool to do after your boat tour, you can buy tickets for a self-guided tour of our historic village here, as well. Life jackets must be worn and will be provided for adults and children over 30 lbs. Siblings ages 3-4 are free, and welcome, but MUST be at least 18 pounds with an approved USCG life jacket to sit. We have a few life jackets for children above 30 pounds. All children must counted in the ticket numbers (limited space on our boat...) If they do not qualify for the 30-pound limit, you must bring a USCG-approved life jacket for them. . Ticket availability: 25 PLEASE NOTE: We cannot guarantee a spot for walk-ups the day of the tour. Please register and buy your tickets online […]

    Free – $10.00
  • Homeschool Days at Vermilionville

    Homeschool Days at Vermilionville

    Vermilionville 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, LA, 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!

  • Bal du Dimanche

    Le Bal du Dimanche November 2– Jeffery Broussard & the Creole Cowboys

    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. Le Bal du Dimanche is broadcast live on KRVS Public Media 1-3 PM. Sunday, November 2 -- Jeffery Broussard & the Creole Cowboys Admission 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 All proceeds from this event go towards helping the Bayou Vermilion District and Vermilionville fulfill their local, environmental and cultural missions.

  • Bal du Dimanche

    Bal du Dimanche November 16 – Horace Trahan & the Ossun Express

    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. Le Bal du Dimanche is broadcast live on KRVS Public Media 1-3 PM.Sunday, November 16: Horace Trahan & the Ossun ExpressAdmission 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.

  • FREE Native American Culture Day

    Bayou Vermilion 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, United States

    Native American Culture Day is slated for Saturday, November 22, 2025, 10 AM – 4 PM at Vermilionville. It’s a FREE festival with family-friendly events, demonstrations, cultural exhibits and much more. Throughout the day, there will be dancing and drumming, music demonstrations, cultural and craft displays, storytelling, tomahawk throwing, crafts for the family, and more. Food and beverage will be available for purchase. Admission is free. For more information call 337-233-4077 or visit www.vermilionville.org.

  • Bal du Dimanche

    Le Bal du Dimanche November 23 — Cedric Watson & Bijou Creole

    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. Le Bal du Dimanche is broadcast live on KRVS Public Media 1-3 PM. Sunday, November 23 -- Cedric Watson & Bijou Creole Admission 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 All proceeds from this event go towards helping the Bayou Vermilion District and Vermilionville fulfill their local, environmental and cultural missions.

  • Homeschool Days at Vermilionville

    Homeschool Days at Vermilionville

    Vermilionville 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, LA, 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!

  • Bal du Dimanche

    Bal du Dimanche November 30 – Brandon Ledet & Creole Touch

    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. Le Bal du Dimanche is broadcast live on KRVS Public Media 1-3 PM.Sunday, November 30: Brandon Ledet & Creole TouchAdmission 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.