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Spring Festivals Are in Full Bloom

  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…

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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on the Bayou

  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…

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Don’t Get All Lent Out of Shape

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…

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Hoppin’ Down the Bayou Trail

  Down here in Louisiana’s Bayou Country, Easter ain’t just a Sunday, it’s a whole season of joy, ya know? We start off with our big ole Easter egg hunts, where them little ones scamper ’round like crawfish on hot sand, searchin’ for them brightly colored treasures. Then, there’s the blessin’ of the boats, a…

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Touch Down in Houma

With the excitement of the Super Bowl taking over New Orleans, the city will be buzzing with fans, festivities and plenty of action. But if you’re looking to escape the hustle and discover authentic Cajun culture, a day trip to Houma is the perfect way to round out your Big Game experience. Just an hour…

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‘Heads’ Up for Crawfish Season

With the turning of a new year comes a new season – ‘heads’ season! That’s right, the highly anticipated crawfish season is upon us, and we’ve got the low down on where to get some of those mouthwatering crustaceans – right here in Louisiana’s Bayou Country! The Bayou Country Crawfish Trail was designed to guide…

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King Cake Calories Don’t Count

For the best way to enjoy the butter and sugar you’ll give up during Lent, try the crowned jewel of Mardi Gras sweets – King Cake. Traditionally made with a sweet pastry dough, rolled with cinnamon and topped with royal icing and colored sugar, this dessert has evolved in many different ways. So, you’ve indulged…

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Are You Ready… for Weenie Spaghetti

Houma is serving up fun, flavor, and community spirit once again with the return of the Second Annual Weenie Spaghetti Fest! Mark your calendars for Saturday, January 11, and prepare to indulge in a one-of-a-kind culinary celebration right here in Louisiana’s Bayou Country! This quirky and delicious event combines two of the most comforting staples:…

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Explore Houma to Make Its Rose Parade Debut this January

Explore Houma is thrilled to announce its first-ever participation in the iconic Rose Parade, joining the Louisiana Office of Tourism to showcase the unique culture and charm of Louisiana’s Bayou Country. This January, the streets of Pasadena, California, will come alive with Terrebonne Parish’s own fiddle-playing legend, Waylon Thibodeaux, as he represents the spirit of…

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