Each April, Downtown Lafayette comes alive for a 5-day cultural celebration. Festival International boasts top-notch music from around the world, gourmet food, handcrafted artworks and so much more! People of all ages come from near and far to experience Festival’s magic. No ticket is required for our event. Show your support by purchasing merchandise and on-site beverages.
Where else can you enjoy authentic Asian, Cajun or Greek food, while listening to an acclaimed African band, as beautifully costumed Belgium stilt walkers dance by?! Come experience the world of Festival with us!
Schedule of Events:
Scène Lus Internationale
5:45pm - 6:45pm: Etran de L'Aïr (Niger)
7:15pm - 8:15pm: CJ Chenier & His Red Hot Louisiana Band w/ special guest Marcia Ball (Louisiana)
8:45pm - 10:00pm: Yа́gody (Ukraine) Presented by: LUS Fiber
Scène Ocshner Lafayette General Fais Do Do
5:15pm - 6:15pm: Zar Electrik (France/Morocco)
6:45pm - 8:00pm: Grupo Fantasma (Mexico/U.S.)
8:30pm - 9:45pm: Bab L'Bluz (France / Morocco)
Scène Wellcare Lafayette
5:30pm - 6:45pm: Son de Madera (Mexico) Presented by: COMEXUS & Fomento Educacional
7:15pm - 8:30pmYallah Yallah (France/Morocco)
9:00pm - 10:15pm: Zachary Richard (Louisiana)
Lus La Craft Biergarten
6:00pm - 6:30pm: Brewmasters' Talk: Parish Brewing Co. (Broussard, LA)
6:45pm - 8:00pm: Russell Cormier & Homegrown Reggae (Louisiana)
9:00pm - 10:00pm: Brass Bed (Louisiana)
La Galerie
6:00pm - 7:00pm: Chère Élise (Louisiana)
7:15pm - 7:45pm: Wilson Savoy & His Soul-O Piano (Louisiana)
8:15pm - 9:30pm: Pine Leaf Boys (Louisiana)