Louisiana Life Magazine

09/10/2025

Made your fall travel plans yet? We've got all the ways you can discover the best that Louisiana has to offer!

Kisatchie National Forest 1 | Alexandria The Alexandria Museum of Art is home to a large collection of artwork (both from renowned art icons to lesser-known artists from every corner of the globe). Be sure to catch the 38th September Competition (through Oct. 11), a juried exhibition highlighting co...

09/09/2025

Everyone knows there are tourist attractions in our unique state, but many oddities and hidden gems as well. This issue, we divided the state into regions, so follow us as we take you on travels through Louisiana to unearth the unexpected.

Gators & Friends Alligator Park and Exotic Zoo lets visitors zip line 750 feet above 150 gators. We brake for anything weird, unusual or off the beaten path and a tour through Louisiana never disappoints. Everyone knows there are tourist attractions in our unique state, but many oddities and hidden....

08/29/2025

Louisiana Life and Acadiana Profile Magazine Editor Reine Dugas and Sales Manager Rebecca Taylor attended the Louisiana Travel Summit this week!

The team had an amazing opportunity to visit with many tourism professionals while attending the Louisiana Travel Associationa- and
Lake Charles CVB-hosted summit.

We can’t wait till next year!

08/26/2025

Available through Oct. 31, guests can enjoy handcrafted beverages in two returning seasonal flavors: French Toast and Pumpkin Pie.

BATON ROUGE, La (press release) – CC’s Coffee House announced a fresh seasonal menu, introducing limited-time fall flavors and treats, along with new permanent menu items. Available from Aug. 9 – Oct. 31, guests can enjoy handcrafted beverages in two returning seasonal flavors: French Toast an...

08/23/2025

The concerts will take place at Petroleum Club of Lafayette, where audiences can enjoy a unique multi-sensory live music experience.

Photo providedLAFAYETTE, La (press release) – The Candlelight concert series, known for bringing classical music to all kinds of audiences under the gentle glow of thousands of candles, returns to Lafayette in October with a new lineup. The concerts will take place at Petroleum Club of Lafayette, ...

08/20/2025

This Summer, the Houma, Northshore, Westbank and Siegen Lane Ho***rs locations hosted canned food and pet supply drives with meet and greet opportunities.

BATON ROUGE, La (press release) – This Summer, the Houma, Northshore, Westbank and Siegen Lane Ho***rs locations hosted canned food and pet supply drives with meet and greet opportunities with Jared Jones, Steven Milam, Jake Brown and Casan Evans. Jared, Steven, Casan and Jake signed autographs an...

08/19/2025

Mark you calendar for the 2025 Oldies but Goodies Fest & BBQ cook off!!!

Make your plans to attend Oldies But Goodies Fest & BBQ Cook-Off!!

08/18/2025

“This is a huge step forward in our effort to restore the Oleander Hotel as a visitor and cultural center,” said Mayor David Camardelle.

Oleander Hotel todayGRAND ISLE, La (press release) – The Oleander Hotel, a two-story structure that has withstood time and storms on Louisiana’s only inhabited barrier island, has officially been added to the National Register of Historic Places—a significant milestone in the campaign to prese...

08/15/2025

Spotlighting the artists, culture bearers and professionals who help shape the rich cultural identity of Lafayette Parish.

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – Lafayette Travel launched a new video series titled “Gumbo People,” spotlighting the artists, culture bearers and professionals who help shape the rich cultural identity of Lafayette Parish. Through cinematic portraits of local creatives, the series explores how...

08/12/2025

Fête Rouge brings together over 30 top restaurants and 200 wines from around the world for an unforgettable evening of flavor, craftsmanship, and community spirit.

BATON ROUGE, La (press release) – The Baton Rouge Epicurean Society announced its signature annual culinary celebration, Fête Rouge, will take place Friday, Aug. 22, at L’Auberge Casino & Hotel Baton Rouge. Fête Rouge brings together over 30 top restaurants and 200 wines from around the world ...

08/10/2025

Organizers share the event has expanded this year to include Cook’n for Kiwanis Anything Over Rice Cook-off, Live Musical Entertainment and, as usual, a family-friendly BINGO event.

OPELOUSAS, La (press release) – The Kiwanis Club of Opelousas announced the return of its 5th year Co-Ed Softball Tournament. Organizers share the event has expanded this year to include Cook’n for Kiwanis Anything Over Rice Cook-off, Live Musical Entertainment and, as usual, a family-friendly B...