How does a whiskey distillery land on a list of crawfish joints? By creating the official Bayou Country Crawfish Trail cocktail, that’s how. It helps if you’re a sucker for interesting family histories and craft whiskey, an affinity I’ve got a hunch some of our visitors probably share. Owner of Bayou Terrebonne Distillers Noah…
Football season is back, y’all, which means your list of day drinking excuses just got that much longer. Cooler weather is on the horizon and the fantasy draft frenzy is high, but what do you do if you can’t get to the game in person? Luckily, we’ve narrowed down our local sports bars with flowing…
Explore Houma is pleased to present the Bayou Arts Fest featuring Voice of the Wetlands on Saturday, October 28, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., in Historic Downtown Houma. Bayou Arts Fest is a family-friendly festival that celebrates the best of Terrebonne Parish’s arts and culture. Join us and pass a good time as…
When the temperature drops and that crisp Autumn air hits, locals know it’s time to dust off their flannels and prepare for the season we’ve all been waiting for: Festival Season! HOUMA HERO FEST Mark your calendars! It’s time for Houma’s first-ever Hero Fest on Saturday, September 22-24, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at…
We’ve all heard the Cajun jokes in varying degrees of inappropriateness, and at Boudreau & Thibodeau’s Cajun Cookin’ Seafood Restaurant, they come to life printed out and framed on the walls. Opened twenty-five years ago by Mike and Debra Blanchard— who are from Houma and Thibodaux, respectively—the seafood-loving couple strives to create a light-hearted, comfortable…
What do you deem the most important aspect of travel? Is it the wondrous adventure that awaits you in a new destination, or perhaps it’s the unique and authentic food your palate is craving to taste. Or maybe, just maybe, what’s most important of all to you is where you lay your head after…
There’s no doubt that Louisiana’s Bayou Country is home to rich history and authentic Cajun culture, but did you know we are also home to dreamy movie set locations, immersive museums and vibrant murals? The city is covered in magic at every corner. Whether you’re looking to step up your IG game or you’re…
Louisiana’s Bayou Country contains over 2500 square miles of mysterious swamps and vast wetlands. With more water than land, we have plenty of space for your next outdoor adventure! Here are some suggested water-based activities for you to enjoy when you Explore Houma! PAC Kayak Rentals A full-service kayak launch and marina,…
National Thrift Shop Day is August 17th, so get ready for some bargain shopping in Louisiana’s Bayou Country! Celebrate this day by visiting some of our local thrift shops, which are filled with hidden gems and items ranging from furniture, clothing, jewelry and so much more. Thrift shops are retail establishments that sell gently…
Summertime is quickly nearing its end. We put together some family-friendly ideas that are perfect for the kids to enjoy before heading back to school! Our area is filled with nature, wildlife and history that can be enjoyed and explored by all this summer. Whether a weekend getaway or exploring your own hometown, Louisiana’s Bayou…
