White Boot Stroll – May 15 The White Boot Stroll is the second new event coming to the greater Houma area this spring. Put on by the Bayou Regional Arts Council, the Houma Downtown Development Corporation, and our team here at the Houma Area CVB, this event celebrates the best of Terrebonne Parish’s arts and…
Something special happens in Louisiana around the end of February every year. And no, it’s not Mardi Gras. In fact, this phenomenon only really kicks in once Carnival Season is over. You’ll hear people talking about it at the doctor’s office, the hair salon, in the carpool lane – everywhere. Where are people getting…
In Louisiana’s Bayou Country, crawfish is more than just a local delicacy; it is a way of life! Local residents and travelers anxiously await crawfish season while local seafood outlet owners begin preparing for the influx of orders that come. The aroma of seasonings begins to fill the air, as crawfish boils are a tradition…
SHRIMP LIFE, BOOT UP AND BUY LOCAL! May 10th is National Shrimp Day! And in south Louisiana shrimp isn’t just an ingredient we use in Cajun cooking; it’s a way of life representing an industry that supports businesses and families up and down the bayou in Terrebonne parish. Our shrimp game is strong in Bayou…
In Louisiana’s Bayou Country, we are celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week which is held the week of May 3rd through 9th. This year’s theme, the “Spirit of Travel”, permeates through our hotels, small businesses, restaurants, unique landmarks, and attractions. Here at the Houma Area Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, we thank our resilient, hard-working, and…
A SMALL SAMPLING OF COMMON CAJUN WORDS Start with French, add in a little Acadian French, convert it all into English then throw a bit Acadian French back in, and you begin to get the idea of how our colorful words came into being. Below is just a small sampling of some of our more…
HOUMA – TERREBONNE PARISH Formed by the Mississippi River Delta and the Gulf of Mexico, Houma is truly Louisiana’s Bayou Country. More than 65% of Terrebonne Parish consists of wetlands and open water. In case you didn’t know, a parish is what other states refer to as a county. Houma offers an experience blended with…
BOILED ON THE BAYOU! In Bayou Country, as proud locals of Terrebonne Parish we know how to represent the best of our culture — fairs and festivals, delicious Cajun food, genuine hospitality, and at this time of the year more than any other, boiled crawfish, sha! Good times with friends and family, celebrating everything and…
Welcome to Louisiana’s Bayou Country! The Houma Area Visitors Center is open Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm. If you need assistance you can reach us at (800) 688-2732 or email at [email protected]. Please wear a mask and observe our social distancing guidelines when visiting. INDUSTRY UPDATES US Travel STATE INFORMATION Office of the Governor…
While it’s no secret our king cake game is strong in Terrebonne Parish, one might wonder… just how strong is it? Well, loosen your built buckles and get your taste buds ready. Here’s 22 reasons to enjoy Bayou Country king cake season. 1. Cannata’s | 6307 W Park Ave or 1977 Prospect Blvd. Houma Try the…
