Blackpot Festival & Cookoff
Friday, October 30, 2026 · 6:00 PM CDT
Vermilionville Historic Village, 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, LA 70508 · Lafayette, LA
About this event
The South Louisiana Black Pot Festival & Cookoff is an annual celebration of Cajun culture held at Vermilionville Historic Village in Lafayette. The festival features a unique cook-off competition with cast-iron pot cooking, live Cajun and zydeco music performances, accordion contests, and square dancing. Food vendors, craft sellers, and musicians gather for a two-day weekend event with camping available. The festival attracts families, food enthusiasts, and music lovers from across the region who come to experience authentic Louisiana cooking, dining, and folk music traditions. Vendors can participate as food competitors or merchandise sellers while attendees enjoy camping, live performances, and the convivial atmosphere of South Louisiana's roots culture.
Event details
- Date and time
- Friday, October 30, 2026 · 6:00 PM CDT
- Venue
- Vermilionville Historic Village, 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, LA 70508 · Lafayette, LA
- Category
- Food & drink
- Cost
- Cost not stated
- Age guidance
- Age guidance not specified
- Format
- In person
- Last verified
- October 9, 2026
Accessibility
Wheelchair: Not stated
Assistive Listening: Not stated
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