It’s that time of year, again: when the smell of Cajun spices and seafood wafts on the breeze throughout Louisiana; when boil pots are pulled from their storage sheds and given a baptismal rinse from the hose; when two, three, even half a dozen hand-washings can’t erase the spice from your fingers, the smelly…
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 gather along Main Street for a…
Mark your calendars for Twin Fest Louisiana – a first-in-state festival honoring twins, multiples and those who love them! The FREE festival will occur on Saturday, April 6th, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Downtown Houma. Cherry and Sherry Wilmore, also known as ‘Everybody’s Favorite Twins” are passionate philanthropists and community activists in the…
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…
Food is often significant in people’s culture, but in Louisiana’s Bayou Country – food is our culture. The weather is unpredictable this time of year, but listen closely, and you will hear the collective sound of Cajuns nearby say, “It’s gumbo weather!” Gumbo is a dense, thick soup served over a small amount of rice,…
The city of Houma is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated Weenie Spaghetti Cookoff Festival, slated for Saturday, January 13, 2024, from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. in the Houma Courthouse Square in Downtown. This unique culinary event, which perfectly embodies the playful spirit and creative flair of our community, promises to bring together food enthusiasts…
Welcome to Explore Houma, your gateway to the heart of Louisiana’s Bayou Country! Located in the lush wetlands of Terrebonne Parish, Houma offers an authentic taste of Cajun life, rich in culture, history and natural beauty. Our mission is to showcase the best of Houma, from exhilarating swamp tours and vibrant Mardi Gras celebrations…
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 you…
Don your best purple, green and gold for a celebration where you’re sure to ‘pass a good time’ – it’s almost Carnival Time! Being host to the second largest celebration in Louisiana, we’re experts at letting the good times roll sha, and this year, we are ready to deliver another season filled with intoxicating culture…
