Hey y’all! If you’re reading this, chances are you love Houma as much as we do. And since we’re always sharing cool things to do, tasty spots to try, and all the good vibes around town, we figured it’s about time you meet the folks making it happen behind the scenes here at Explore Houma….
Looking for something special to do at the end of June? You’ll definitely want to make time for the United Houma Nation PowWow, happening June 28 & 29 at the Houma Civic Center — and the best part? It’s totally free to attend. This isn’t just another event — it’s a powerful celebration of the…
If you’re trying to figure out what to do for Dad this Father’s Day, look no further than right here in Louisiana’s Bayou Country. Whether he’s into fishing, history, good food or just kicking back with family, Houma’s got everything you need to make his day special — no need to go far. Start the…
I’m not sure about you, but I get stumped on what to get Mom for Mother’s Day each year, because let’s be honest, she deserves the world and more. Whether you’re looking to gift Mom with a sweet, fragrant bouquet of her favorite flowers, or a little something sweet to satisfy her need for chocolate–…
Here in Louisiana’s Bayou Country, sno-balls are a staple for beating the heat! Residents can often have pretty “heated” discussions as to who has the fluffiest ice or the best handcrafted syrup. Sno-balls, originated by Ernest Hansen in New Orleans back in the 1930s, are much different from any other previous versions of these sweet…
May 10th is National Shrimp Day—and here in Houma, we don’t just eat shrimp, we celebrate a way of life. Shrimping isn’t just an industry in Louisiana’s Bayou Country—it’s a tradition passed down through generations. This National Shrimp Day, Explore Houma invites you to honor our rich coastal heritage by getting to know the people…
Grab your favorite sombrero and head down to Louisiana’s Bayou Country for a Cinco celebration that’s muy caliente – like Herradura’s Jalapeno Margarita, y’all! When it comes to throwing a party, no one does it quite like Houma. Whether you’re looking to quench your thirst with one of our delicious top-shelf margaritas or get your…
Ah, let me tell y’all about springtime in Houma, sha, when the entire region wakes up from a winter slumber, eager to embrace the warmth and joie de vivre that the Spring season brings. It’s like the good Lord himself dresses the bayou in its Sunday best, with flowers bloomin’, and hummin’ with the…
It’s no secret that in Houma, we enjoy our festivals and parades. No holiday goes uncelebrated here, including St. Patrick’s Day. Houma’s St. Patty’s Day festivities honor the long-standing history of Irish Americans in Terrebonne Parish and celebrate their many contributions with a Cajun twist. Experience emerald-clad revelers gathering along Main Street for a…
The ending of Mardi Gras sparks the beginning of a new season where South Louisiana Catholics repent for the debauchery we partake in throughout the year. Lent is the period of the liturgical year from Ash Wednesday to Easter Sunday and is a time of sacrifice for Jesus. It is a solemn religious observance commemorating…
