Welcome To Houma Y'allYour Adventure Starts Here

Down here in Louisiana’s Bayou Country, just an hour southwest of New Orleans,  we do things a little slower, a little spicier, and a whole lot more fun.

Here in Terrebonne Parish we’ve got winding boat rides through moss-draped swamps and bayous, local festivals with live Cajun music, and fresh, local seafood that’s as authentic as it gets. Whether you’re here to eat, explore, or just kick back with good folks, you’re sure to find your “home” in Houma. The bayou’s callin’.

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We’re proud of our roots, our stories, and our way of life — and we love sharin’ ‘em.

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A Fisherman's Paradise

Whether you’re chasing trophy reds or spending a quiet morning by the bayou, Houma’s got a spot for you. With some of the best fishing in Louisiana, it’s a favorite for sportsmen everywhere. No boat? No problem. From charters to banks and piers, you don’t need much to land a big one. Inshore, offshore, saltwater or fresh — it’s all here, and the fish are always biting.

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Come Pass a Good Time

From fais do-dos to quirky fests, there’s no shortage of good times ‘round here. Catch live music, local events, and everything in between.

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Food’s Kinda Our Thing

Here in Houma, food’s a part of the story — and trust us, it’s a good one. From spicy gumbo and fresh Gulf seafood to boudin and everything in between, it’s all rooted in the cultures that make us who we are. The Bayou Country Crawfish Trail will lead you through all the local favorites and have you hungry for more.

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Throw Ya Hands Up for Mardi Gras on the Bayou

Mardi Gras season is almost here, and Houma is ready to let the good times roll. As home to the second-largest Mardi Gras celebration in Louisiana, our community comes alive with colorful parades, great throws, and plenty of family-friendly fun that keeps people coming back year after year. This year’s festivities are shaping up to…

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Pray, Peel, Repent

In Terrebonne Parish, Lent is a season when life slows down just a little after the excitement of Mardi Gras, bringing a time of reflection, faith, and traditions that have been passed down for generations. One of the most familiar parts of Lent in Louisiana’s Bayou Country is Seafood Friday, when families and friends…

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Explore Houma’s Museums

If you really want to get a feel for Terrebonne Parish, don’t just drive through it. The stories here don’t just live in books or exhibits; they live in buildings and within the people who experienced them firsthand. One of the easiest ways to tap into that is by spending a day (or a few…

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Featured Blog

Throw Ya Hands Up for Mardi Gras on the Bayou

Featured Blog

Pray, Peel, Repent

Featured Blog

Explore Houma’s Museums