Rougarou Fest
Looking for a Halloween-season celebration that’s spooky, swampy, and full of Louisiana flavor? Look no further than Rougarou Fest. Houma’s award-winning celebration of folklore, culture, and all things creepy-cool was named Festival of the Year by Louisiana Travel Association. This quirky festival brings the legendary Cajun werewolf (the rougarou!) to life with a mix of costumed fun, live music, and bayou-style revelry.
From the vibrant Krewe Ga Rou parade to a costume contest, live music, and a Folklife Village, the Rougarou Fest is unlike anything else in the country. Come for the folklore, stay for the food, and leave with memories you’ll howl about all year long.
Festival Tips
- Festival is held outdoors—costumes are welcome, but dress for the weather
- Free parking available at the Houma Civic Center
- The event is family-friendly, though spooky fun is part of the charm
- Pets are welcome! As much as we love pets in tutus, we also love pets on leashes.
Make the Most of Your Experience
Get your Rougarou costume ready and arrive early each day to beat the crowds. Spend each afternoon shopping from local artisans and crafters and sampling homemade Cajun foods. On Saturday night, grab a front-row spot for the parade. Be sure to check out the Haunted House, Rou-Ga-Con, and the Folklife Village cultural demonstrations. Don’t leave without snapping a selfie with the Rougarou itself.
Stay the weekend and explore Houma’s haunted history, swamp tours, and cozy cafés. You might just fall in love with the bayou… or at least its monsters.
