In addition to outstanding Louisiana food, music and outdoor activities, there are some truly unique experiences that you can only have in the Houma area. Take a look below and choose your next Bayou Country adventure. Take a Ride on Louisiana’s First Swamp Tour Did you know that swamp tours started in Louisiana with a woman known as Alligator…
As colder weather creeps, everyone is gearing up for “boot weather.” While many across the US break out their favorite pair of snow boots to keep their toes nice and warm, here in Louisiana’s Bayou Country you’ll see many pairs of a cultural classic—the “shrimp boot.” While these white rubber beauties go by many a…
Amid Houma’s venerable mansions, gardens, and swamps, filmmakers and television producers create visions of America’s past and intriguing glimpses into the real lives of bayou people. On your visit to Houma, you have an opportunity to see some of the beautiful settings that have added depth and drama to many notable and award-winning movies and…
They say food is what brings people together, and here in Bayou Country, it’s fact. Whether it’s our water-to-table seafood boils or a hot pot of gumbo at family dinner—food is our love language in these parts. And while it’s no secret that Louisiana is known for its culinary scene, it’s way down the bayous…
Get your purple, green and gold – Mardi Gras is set to roll in 2022! The long-awaited return of carnival season has folks anxious to “pass a good time” with family and friends, and as being host to the second largest celebration in Louisiana, Houma is ready to deliver! Moving slightly south to Bayou Country…
Growing up in South Louisiana, we become accustomed to the intoxicating culture of New Orleans jazz, seafood boils and southern hospitality; however, with the good comes the inevitable – hurricane season. Dare I say we’ve been quite lucky the last decade when it comes to mother nature’s might; a few small storms occasionally, but nothing…
There is no denying that 2021 is a year we won’t soon forget. As we ring in 2022, let’s take a look back at some inspiring events, noteworthy causes and defining moments of 2021. Introducing the Bayou Country Crawfish Trail In March, the Houma Area Convention and Visitors Bureau introduced the highly anticipated Bayou Country…
The Houma Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (HACVB) is the destination management organization for Terrebonne Parish. Our mission is to be the leader in Terrebonne Parish’s economic development by attracting and servicing visitors, generating income, jobs and tax revenues, which makes the community a better place to live and visit. We also manage and operate…
“Hope is NOT a strategy for improving your community. If you want to realize change, you are going to have to take action.” Join us for The Civic Pride Workshop hosted by Revitalize, or Die, to discuss the ever-important topic of community revitalization. Terrebonne Parish is our home, and it’s time we start taking pride…
SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN, Y’ALL! Bundle up and head on down to Louisiana’s Bayou Country for a holly jolly time at the Annual Christmas Parade this Saturday, December 4, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. Following the parade, Santa and Mrs. Claus will stop by Town Hall until 8:00 p.m. for a photo op with…