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Festival International Is 'Home' For Lafayette Native Lil Nathan (Audio & Video)

Brandon Comeaux — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 01:50:25 +0000

"Lil Nathan & The Zydeco Big Timers" will be performing at Festival International on Sunday from 5:15 p.m. until 6:30 p.m.

The Art and Artisans of Festival International

Stephanie Crist — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 20:23:03 +0000

The music and food are not the only things to look for at Festival International de Louisiane - artisans and crafters from all over the world will be selling their merchandise as well!

Festival International – There's an App for That

Stephanie Crist — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 19:35:34 +0000

A free app is available for the 27th annual Festival International de Louisiane, so you can create your own personal festival schedule!

Lafayette Weather – Festival Week Forecast

Bruce Mikells — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 11:30:57 +0000

The outlook for the heart of Festival International, Thursday through Sunday, appears to be better than average.

Festival International Re – Examines Security After Boston Bombings

Stephanie Crist — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 19:46:03 +0000

Law enforcement and Festival International de Louisiane officials are taking steps to make sure the hundreds of thousands of visitors who come to the free 5 day festival April 24-28 will feel safe in the wake of the Boston bombings.

Get the Festival International Mobile App Now

Jude Walker — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 16:16:16 +0000

Festival International de Louisiane is coming up April 24-28 in downtown Lafayette but you can get ready now with the exclusive mobile app. The free Festival mobile app is your official electronic guide and your one-stop shop for all things Festival.

Bruce's 5 Reasons Why a Fanny Pack Will Be Okay to Wear This Weekend

Bruce Mikells — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:50:26 +0000

It is often maligned and besmirched but your key to salvation could be wrapped right around your waist. It is the Fanny Pack.

Festival International Preview

Sam Stokes — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:46:30 +0000

Festival International is here and the excitement is reaching its fever pitch. With so many bands from so many parts of the world appearing over the many Festival International stages it can be hard to keep up with everyone. Here is a list of a few bands you won’t want to miss. 1. Robert Randolph [...]

Festival International de Louisiane Band Schedule

Jude Walker — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:59:38 +0000

Downtown Lafayette is transformed into an entertainment complex featuring six music stages, food court areas, street musicians and animators, arts and crafts boutiques, art galleries, beverage stands, cultural workshops, international cooking demonstrations and a world music store.

Festival International Offers Free Shuttle Service

Jill McCoy — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 21:23:24 +0000

Now, isn’t this convenient! Parking at Festival International is most likely the last thing you are thinking about; however, the good folks directing the event have been thinking about ways to make our experience more convenient. Luckily, they are partnering with the University of Louisiana and sponsoring with Southern Super Chevy Dealer Association to offer [...]

New Festival International Mobile App Now Available

Jude Walker — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:05:11 +0000

We are just over a week away from one of the best festivals Louisiana has to offer in Festival International de Louisiane. The Festival runs next week April 25-29. If you’re going to attend this great free festival, you have to get the official Festival mobile app. It’s now available, just click here. It’s available [...]

You Can Run Festival International

Bruce Mikells — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 10:15:49 +0000

Just plan on being in downtown Lafayette on Saturday April 28 at 8:00 am. A 5k is 3.1 miles by the way and if you walk it should take about 45 minutes to complete.

Festival International Still Seeking Volunteers [Audio]

Jude Walker — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 11:47:53 +0000

One of the best festivals you will find in all of Louisiana is just over two weeks away. Festival International de Louisiane will be hitting downtown Lafayette on April 25-29.

This is the 26th year of the festival and if you've lived here for any amount of time, you've probably gone to this free festival.

Lafayette Home To World's Best Music Festival

Bruce Mikells — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 08:17:29 +0000

It looks like we are going to have to make more room in the trophy case as Lafayette and South Louisiana have again claimed another prestigious award. Festival International de Louisiane has been chosen the Best World Music Festival for 2012 by About.com.

Festival International de Louisiane Wins Best World Music Festival 2012

99.9 KTDY — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 23:00:56 +0000

We here in Lafayette, Louisiana know how great our food, events and city are but it is always nice when it is recognized. Now the five day festival in Lafayette known as Festival International has been said to be one of the best festivals in the WORLD from

Are You From South Louisiana? Take This Short Quiz To Prove It [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 11:25:17 +0000

If Texas is like a whole other country then Louisiana must be like "a whole other planet" and South Louisiana would be " the most awesome moon orbiting that whole other planet". Watch this less than two minute video and tell me how many of these things you recognize and understand. Chances are you know them all and probably can add a few dozen other ones to the list.

5K Season Off and Running In The Lafayette Area

Bruce Mikells — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 11:40:32 +0000

There are several great 5k events that are coming up in the Lafayette area and best of all there is one that is perfect for your training and ability. A lot of people think 5k's are just for hard core runners, that couldn't be further from the truth. The running community in the Lafayette area is a very welcoming group. Fellow runners love to see new people out on the streets and getting themselves in shape or running for a reason.

Festival Celebrity Watch

Stephanie Crist — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 16:52:58 +0000

Be on the lookout for random sightings this weekend! So many festivals, so little time. Parks Cracklin Cookoff, Cajun Woodstock, Etoufee Festival in Arnaudville, Jazz Fest, Festival Internationale....and the list goes on! Wherever you land this weekend for food, art and music...be safe, have fun, and be thankful that we live in a state that we can choose from so much on any given weekend!

Festival International 2011 – Red Baraat Live On Stage Tonight

Jude Walker — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 15:16:42 +0000

Festival International continues in downtown Lafayette through Sunday. Enjoy six stages of entertainment! 100 performances – from over 15 countries. Tonight at Festival live music starts at 5:30. Enjoy live music by Red Baraat on the Popeye’s Stage. Park at Cajun Field and ride the free shuttle , leaving every fifteen minutes. Don’t forget the FREE [...]

Festival International April 28th

Brad Vincent — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 22:29:27 +0000

Laissez Le Bon Temps Rouler! One of the coolest things about living here..the food, the music, the festivals, and of course the Dawg Pound! Hopefully you are going to go downtown to check out some of the bands and entertainment. Make sure you know exactly where you are going! And make sure you check out [...]