Lafayette Government Offices and Transit Closing Friday for July 4 — Here’s What’s Open and What’s Not

LAFAYETTE, La. - Independence Day is coming up this Saturday, July 4, as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Many will be celebrating with fireworks, cookouts, community events, and more.

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However, because the holiday falls on a Saturday, several businesses and government entities will close the day prior in observance.

What's Closed This Friday, July 3 in Lafayette

Lafayette Consolidated Government has followed suit and has announced the following schedule adjustments and service updates for this Friday and Saturday:

• Lafayette Transit System Services: There will be no transit, night owl, or para-transit services on Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, 2026. Normal operations will resume on Monday, July 6, 2026.
• Garbage & Recycling Collections: Acadiana Waste Services (AWS) will run garbage and recycling collections as normal on Saturday, July 4, 2026. All weekly operations will remain the same.
• Dean Domingues Compost Facility: The compost facility, located at 400 Dugas Road, will be closed on Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4, 2026.
• City-Parish Buildings: All City-Parish buildings will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026.

Don't Miss Lafayette Stars & Stripes on July 4 at Parc International

Do plan and make a note of the above services. And plan to be in Downtown Lafayette on Saturday for a huge free 4th of July celebration.

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The 2026 Lafayette Stars and Stripes will take place on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at 5 p.m. at Parc International with live music, local vendors, fireworks, and more. Visit lafayettela.gov/fourthofjuly for more information.