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Week of Events
The Living Bayou — Tell Us Your Stories!
We'd like to hear your 2016 flood story -- tell us on the form below, upload your pictures, and become part of the Living Bayou exhibit! This exhibit is supported by an Atchafalaya Wild Grant from the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area, along with investment from our partners, Lafayette Utilities System and the Teche-Vermilion Freshwater District.
Monday, August 10, 2026
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Tuesday, August 11, 2026
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Wednesday, August 12, 2026
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Thursday, August 13, 2026
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Friday, August 14, 2026
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August 14, 2026 -Boat Tour August 14, 2026
Boat Tour August 14, 2026
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. Admission prices: $15 Adults, $10 Students 5-18. 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, as well. Life jackets must be worn and will be provided for adults and children over 30 lbs. Minimum age is 5 and older. All guests MUST be at least 18 pounds with an approved USCG life jacket to sit in an adult’s lap. 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, we have a few life jackets for 18-30 pounds but it is recommended you bring your own USCG- approved life jacket for them. To register and purchase Boat Tour and self-guided village […]
Saturday, August 15, 2026
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August 15, 2026 -The Living Bayou Exhibit Dedication
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August 15, 2026 -CFMA Cajun Jam
The Living Bayou Exhibit Dedication
The weekend of August 15 marks the ten-year anniversary of the devastating floods of 2016 in Acadiana. In order to commemorate this event, Bayou Vermilion District will unveil our Living Bayou Exhibit, outdoor panels marking the effects of the four-day deluge as well as the changes made to prevent and mitigate these typs pf weather phenomena, plus a photo exhibit of the flooding, along with stories of Acadiana residents who endured ten years ago. We'd like to hear your 2016 flood story -- tell us on the form below, upload your pictures, and become part of the exhibit! This exhibit is supported by an Atchafalaya Wild Grant from the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area, along with our partners, Lafayette Utilities System and the Teche-Vermilion Freshwater District.
CFMA Cajun Jam
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!
Sunday, August 16, 2026
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August 16, 2026 -Bal du Dimanche August 16 – Jean Bertrand & the Pine Island Aces
Bal du Dimanche August 16 – Jean Bertrand & the Pine Island Aces
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 $12 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, August 16 -- Jean Bertrand & the Pine Island Aces 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">https://bayouvermiliondistrict.org/membershipAll proceeds from this event go towards helping the Bayou Vermilion District and Vermilionville fulfill their local, environmental and cultural missions.