Category: Community

This Weekend: Prepare for Roux for a Reason and the YMCA Color Run

Color Run
Some of Houma's favorite events are coming up this weekend. Make sure to mark your calendar, and spend your weekend out and about in your community. Roux for a Reason This Houma tradition is back for another year. It takes place on Saturday, March 24 in Downtown Houma. The gumbo cookoff opens to... [read more]

Check Out the Thibodaux Farmers Market

Thibodaux Farmer's Market
You haven’t really been to a farmers market until you’ve been to the Thibodaux Main Street Market. This market has all the fresh produce you could possibly want, plus so much more. It takes place on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon, and you’ll find it right behind City Hall.... [read more]

Come Out for Houma’s Irish Italian Parade

Irish Italian Parade
You don’t have to attend Mardi Gras to see a great parade. Since 2012, the people of Houma have been treated to one of the best parades around. It’s the Houma Irish Italian Parade, and it’s one of the biggest events in the area. This year’s parade will hit the... [read more]

Downtown Houma Courthouse Chili Cook-Off

Chili Cook-Off
Have you been craving chili lately, but you don’t know why? It’s because your stomach knows it’s almost time for the annual chili cook-off. Yep, the 7th Annual Downtown Houma Courthouse Chili Cook-Off will be on March 10 from noon to 4 p.m. There are so many reasons to attend the... [read more]

The 9th Annual Bayou Home Show

Bayou Home Show
Remodeling your home is one of the most stressful processes you can go through, but if you plan correctly, it’s worth the trouble. You can personalize every aspect of your house so it’s perfect for you and your family – but before you do anything else, you’re going to have... [read more]

Explore and Play at the Bayou Country Children’s Museum

Children's Museum
Your kids love to play and learn: That’s why you should take them to the Bayou County Children’s Museum. This interactive museum has all kinds of exhibits that will inspire young minds, and you don’t want your kid to miss out. Check out everything there is to do at the... [read more]

Enjoy a Staycation in Houma

Houma Staycation
Every once in a while, it’s great to have a change of scenery. Whether you want to celebrate your anniversary, take a family trip, or just have some time to yourself, you can find a place to stay in the Houma area. That means you don’t have to go far... [read more]

Mardi Gras Parade Guide: Part 2

Mardi Gras Guide
Mark your calendars for Saturday, Feb. 10, when the Krewe of Mardi Gras Parade will march down some of the main streets in town. You can catch the show at 6:30 p.m. When you go, you’ll want to bring your all your friends, family, and loved ones so you can... [read more]

Mardi Gras Parade Guide: Part One

Mardi Gras Mask
When you live in Houma, you have the best of both worlds. You’re close enough to New Orleans to attend Mardi Gras and other fun events, but you can also escape the hustle and bustle of the big city whenever you want. It’s almost time to get some use out... [read more]