We hope you stay to enjoy Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) with use in Opelousas on March 4th!

Location: St. Landry Parish Courthouse Square

118 South Court Street Opelousas, LA 70570 United States

Time: 2:00-5:00 PM

https://cajuntravel.com/where-to-stay/

This Mardi Gras celebration features zydeco legend, 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.

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/)