TOURISM
Come Visit City of Eunice
Cajun French Music Hall of Fame & Museum
Want to learn more about the roots of Cajun music and the early musicians who shaped the genre? Stop by the Cajun French Music Hall of Fame & Museum. Cajun music fans will be excited to see the names of men such Iry Lejeune, Denis Mcgee, or Joe Falcon. Learn more about the first female to ever record Cajun music, singer and guitarist, Cleoma Falcon, and the women who rock the genre today.
The Cajun French Music Hall of Fame is located in Eunice, Louisiana just a short walking distance from the famous Liberty Theatre and the Jean Lafitte National Park Prairie Acadian Culture Center. The museum is supported by the Cajun French Music Association, with the mission to preserve and showcase the history of this region’s unique form of music. For more information visit CajunFrenchMusic.org.
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Summer: Wednesday-Saturday 9am-5pm | Winter: Wednesday-Saturday 8:30am-4:30pm
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240 South C C Duson Street, Eunice, Louisiana 70535
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Free Admission
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337-457-6534
Savoy Music Center
Music fans should certainly add this destination to their itinerary, and visit the studio of the famed accordion craftsman, Marc Savoy, at the Savoy Music Center. Known for his skill, quit wit, and unique philosophy, its no wonder visitors and journalists come from far and wide to this little music shop in Eunice, Louisiana. His hand-crafted accordions are available for purchase.
Inside the shop, you’ll find a large collection of Cajun and zydeco music CD’s, books, and gifts. The shop also features a series of postcards, designed by Marc’s daughter, Gabrielle Savoy, titled Cajun Music Legends. Her brightly colored portraits capture the joyful spirit of these artists and their musical genres.
While you’re there you may also get the chance meet Marc’s wife, Ann, the author of Cajun Music: A Reflection of a People and the singer/musician for numerous bands including the Savoy Family Band and the Magnolia Sisters. On a Saturday morning, it isn’t uncommon to see more talented musicians playing together for the traditional Savoy Jam Session which Marc and Ann have been hosting since 1966. To learn more about Marc Savoy’s accordions and his musically talented family visit, SavoyMusicCenter.com.
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Wednesday-Friday 1:30pm-4pm | Saturday Jam Session: 9am-12pm
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4413 Highway 190 East, Eunice, Louisiana 70535
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337-457-9563
Eunice Depot Museum
The Eunice Depot Museum is housed in the old train depot from which C.C. Duson sold the first land sites in 1894 for the town named after his wife, Eunice. Restored in 1984, the building is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places and contains exhibits and collections depicting the lifestyles of the early settlers of this Cajun prairie town. The museum is a time capsule of items such as clothing, tools, toys and antique items that you may not even recognize. The Courir de Mardi Gras exhibit gives a brief history of the unique rituals that take place and colorful clothing that is worn by revelers during the carnival season.
The museum is located in downtown Eunice, Louisiana, right next to the Cajun French Music Hall of Fame & Museum and walking distance from shops and the Jean Lafitte National Park Prairie Acadian Cultural Center. A statue of Clovis Crawfish stands out front celebrating the famous children’s stories of Eunice resident, Mary Alice Fontenot.
If you’re wondering where in Eunice or St. Landry Parish that you should head next, the Eunice Chamber of Commerce, located just next door, doubles as a tourist information center. They are open Monday-Friday from 9am-3pm, or you can call them at 337-457-2565.
Ici on parle français. French is spoken here.
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Wednesday-Saturday 8:30am-4:30pm
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220 South C. C. Duson Street, Eunice, Louisiana 70535
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Free Admission
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337-457-6540
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center
The Acadian exiles from Canada's Nova Scotia who settled Louisiana's prairies developed a distinctive cultural mix of Cajun, Creole, and cowboy. The Prairie Acadian Cultural Center tells this story through ranger programs, exhibits, and films. The center features cooking and crafts demonstrations, local musicians, and dancing for all. Center admission is free.
This visitor center is currently closed. However, programming is offered off-site.
Eunice City Lake
The Eunice City Lake is a recreational area near Bayou des Cannes in Eunice that’s open to the public 24/7. This 44-acre lake is stocked with big bass and contains shad, garfish, and bullhead catfish.
This lake was re-opened in August of 2014, after over a million dollars worth of restoration and renovations were completed by the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Foundation. Near the launch is a covered pavilion facing the lake, as well as covered restrooms, and 3 covered picnic areas with cooking grills. This lake is located under 10 minutes away from downtown Eunice which has plenty of shopping and restaurants for you to take advantage of.
Click here for more outdoor activities or here for camping in Eunice or nearby RV Parks.
Get a fishing license online here.
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Open 24/7
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337-457-7389
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1045 U.S. Hwy 190, Eunice, LA 70535
Eunice Country Club
226 Country Club Lane, Eunice, LA, 70535
Not far from Eunice, Eunice Country Club offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. Well-groomed fairways and greens keep Eunice Country Club difficult yet friendly, and the staff can offer tips and tricks for playing your best round. Eunice Country Club is a terrific choice for your regular rounds of golf or a new destination for you and friends when visiting Eunice.
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Liberty Theatre
The Liberty is currently closed for renovations. Check out their progress here.
The Liberty Theatre is one of Louisiana’s most iconic concert halls. Since 1987, the world has flocked to the Liberty Theatre for the Saturday night “Rendez-vous des Cajuns,” a live radio and TV show featuring Cajun and zydeco music bands. The first show took place the evening of July 11 and featured Julius Angelle “Papa Cairo” Lamperez, Chuck Guillory and His Rhythm Boys, and the Church Point Playboys. More recently, Grammy-nominated bands graced the stage such as Dwayne Dopsie & The Zydeco Hellraisers or The Magnolia Sisters. You could dance with Louisiana music legends every Saturday night at 6pm. Listen to past concerts on KRVS.
The Liberty Amusement Co. formed in 1920 and hosted comedic acts such as “Happy Gowland.” In 1924, the owners A. F. McGee, Sr. and Claude Keller took their acts to a new location, the corner of Park Avenue and Second Street where The Liberty still stands today. The restored vaudeville theatre would host other musical events throughout the year including Creole Accordion Kings, Cajun Fiddle Masters, and a Tribute to Hank Williams, Sr. The Liberty Theatre was also available year-round to groups. Groups could book the space for dance lessons or even a private party.
Ici on parle français. French is spoken here.
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200 West Park Avenue, Eunice, Louisiana 70535
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337-457-7389
Lakeview Park & Beach
Lakeview Park & Beach is an award-winning camping resort with indoor and outdoor cultural activities available all year-round. The park is located just three miles north of Eunice, Louisiana, and is a camper’s paradise complete with a 13-acre fishing pond, natural swimming pond and beach, playgrounds, pavilions, and a Cajun and zydeco music dancehall where guests can enjoy barn dances seasonally and even a Cajun New Year’s dance. Accommodations include 95 full hook-up RV sites with electricity, water, and sewer, as well as eight renovated cottages complete with a kitchen and modern amenities, including complimentary WIFI. There are laundry facilities on-site and a general store with camping items and handmade crafts for sale. You can take glamping to the next level with their Deluxe Apartment available on the weekends. It includes a single bedroom, a balcony that overlooks the park with a full kitchen, living room, and bathroom with a claw foot tub.
In the summer months, campers can cool off in the freshwater pond. The park offers live music on the beach and inflatables in the water to play on. Grill masters and home chefs can fire up the barbecue pit for some summer BBQ at their sites.
February through November, Cajun, country, honky-tonk, and zydeco music bands play in the old barn turned dancehall for the Saturday night fais-do-do. Children are welcome to attend this family-friendly barn dance as long as they do not enter the bar side. During Mardi Gras season, Lakeview opens the bar all week long for dancing and music, and even hosts a Lundi Gras boucherie. In fact, the park hosts several events and festivities throughout the year. For more information about these events, visit LVPark.com.
2016 Louey Tourism Award Winner for Campground/RV Park of the Year
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337-457-2881
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1717 Veterans Memorial Highway, Eunice, Louisiana 70535