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If you are traveling from out of town, many airlines fly locally into Lafayatte, La (LFT). Baton Rouge (BTR) is the next closest big city with an airport (1 hour East of Lafayette) followed by New Orleans (MSY), which is 2 hours Southeast. The wedding will be at Jungle Gardens and the reception will be on site at their Restaurant 1868. Wedding: Address:&nbsp;Hwy. 329,&nbsp;Avery Island,&nbsp;LA&nbsp;70513*https://www.junglegardens.org/Time: 4:00 PM Reception: Address: LA-329, Avery Island, LA 70513https://www.tabasco.com/visit-avery-island/tabasco-restaurant-1868/Time: 5:00-11:00 PM For a trip to Avery Island, Louisiana, during Mardi Gras, here are some great hotel options. 1. New Iberia Area: New Iberia, just a short drive from Avery Island, offers a variety of accommodations. Some options include:Quality Suites New Iberia: A comfortable option with amenities like free breakfast and an outdoor pool.&nbsp;Hampton Inn &amp; Suites New Iberia: Offers modern amenities, free breakfast, and is close to local attractions. 2. Lafayette Area: Lafayette, about 30 minutes from Avery Island, has a wider range of hotels and more vibrant nightlife:DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette: A full-service hotel with on-site dining and an outdoor pool.Home2 Suites by Hilton Parc Lafayette: A pet-friendly option with suites and a complimentary breakfast. 3. Vacation Rentals: For a more personalized stay, consider vacation rentals in the area. Options include:The Bayou Chateau in New Iberia: A charming private suite near downtown, ideal for experiencing local festivals.Playin Possum Cottage in Breaux Bridge: A cozy bayou getaway perfect for couples and solo travelers. https://www.explorelouisiana.com/cities/avery-island https://www.airbnb.com/avery-island-la/stays Other cities nearby: Lafayette, Carencro, and Opelousas La

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Wedding Party

We hope you stay to enjoy Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) with use in Opelousas on March 4th! Location: St. Landry Parish Courthouse Square118 South Court Street Opelousas, LA 70570 United StatesTime: 2:00-5:00 PMhttps://cajuntravel.com/where-to-stay/ This Mardi Gras celebration features zydeco legend,&nbsp;Keith Frank and the Soileau Zydeco Band. Frank will be performing under the oaks at the St. Landry Parish Courthouse Square immediately following the Opelousas Imperial Mardi Gras Parade. At Zyde Gras on the Square, enjoy live zydeco music, delicious food as well as arts and craft vendors. This event is free for the entire family.&nbsp; https://cajuntravel.com/events/zyde-gras-on-the-square/ https://cajuntravel.com/events/opelousas-mardi-gras-parade/

Find out more about what to do in Lafayette, Louisiana: https://www.lafayettetravel.com/events/annual-events-festivals/mardi-gras/ The Blue Moon Saloon is a great local spot for live music. You can even stay the night in their hostel!Check out their website closer to the date to see what bands will be playing: https://bluemoonpresents.com/web/ Other great venues:Artmosphere (https://artmospherela.com/);Hideaway on Lee (https://www.hideawayonlee.com/)

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Registry

The wedding rehearsal will be at 4 PM Saturday 3/1 at Jungle Gardens, same place as the wedding. Dinner is at 6 PM at the Jefferson in Lafayette.500 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501

Rehearsal Dinner Info

Sarah & Michael

Sarah & Michael

Rehearsal Dinner Info