Louisiana’s River Parishes

08/31/2026

18 days until the King Kat tournament in Louisiana's River Parishes. Limited spots! Register today at https://kingkat.profishingtournaments.com/tournament.php?id=406

Time is running out! Come be a part of the best Catfishing in the Universe!

Louisiana’s River Parishes
St. Charles Parish Parks and Recreation
Chase'N Cats
Zebco
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08/26/2026

Louisiana's River Parishes Tourist Commission is pleased to announce Craig Howat as its new Executive Director. Craig brings 31 years in tourism development, education, and community engagement to the role.

He steps in as the region aligns with the Louisiana Office of Tourism's "Year of the Outdoors" campaign — and his background in eco-tourism and international travel speaks directly to that focus.

Welcome to the team, Craig!

LAPLACE, La. — The River Parishes Convention, Visitors and Tourist Commission has appointed Craig Howat as its new Executive Director. Howat brings experience

08/24/2026

Looking for a family adventure that everyone can enjoy? Start outside.

Louisiana's River Parishes are home to places like Wetland Watchers Park, where nature walks and marsh views spark curiosity, and the Bonnet Carré Spillway, where fishing, camping, and wildlife watching turn a simple outing into a full day of fun.

Pack a picnic, bring your curiosity, and make a day of it, because in the River Parishes, the outdoors is part of the experience.

Discover more at lariverparishes.com.

08/18/2026

Still time to eat your way through St. James Parish.

The Tour of Restaurants keeps rolling through October 18. Grab a Tour of Restaurants Passport - at any participating restaurant, the St. James Parish Courthouse, Vacherie Annex, or Welcome Center - visit participating restaurants and collect stamps for prizes along the way!

Pick up a passport, support a local business, and see how many stamps you can collect.

Have you started the Tour of Restaurants yet? There is still time to participate!

The Tour of Restaurants is hosted by St. James Parish in collaboration with the Keep St. James Parish Beautiful Board, the St. James Parish Economic Development Board, Keep Louisiana Beautiful, and the KLB Clean Biz Program. This program is partially funded from a grant from Keep Louisiana Beautiful.

How to participate:
1. Pick up a Tour of Restaurants Passport at any participating restaurant, the St. James Parish Courthouse, Vacherie Annex, or Welcome Center
2. Register through the QR code in the Passport for a chance to win a weekly drawing held July 25th-October 17th
3. Turn in your card at the St. James Parish Welcome Center
- 5 stamps - win a T-shirt*
- 10 stamps - win a T-shirt*, and enter to win the grand prize drawing - $25 in gift cards to EACH participating restaurant
Pick up your stamp card, and support these local businesses as you enjoy great food across our beautiful Parish!

Participating Restaurants:
Boss Meals - 2859 Hwy 20 Suite E, Vacherie, LA, 70090
B&C Seafood Riverside Market & Cajun Restaurant - 2155 Highway 18, Vacherie, LA 70090
Crevasse Restaurant at Poche Plantation - 6554 Hwy 44 Convent, La 70723
DJ's Grille - 21060 Highway 20 Vacherie La. 70090
Dru’s Place - 6822 LA 44, Convent, LA 70723
El Paso Tacos & Tequila - Lutcher - 1935 Lutcher Ave Ste F, Lutcher, LA 70071
Nobile’s Restaurant -2082 W Main St, Lutcher, LA 70071
Oak Alley Plantation Restaurant & Inn & Gift Shop
- 3645 LA-18, Vacherie, LA 70090
PJ's Coffee Lutcher
The Salad Station - Lutcher, La - 1935 Lutcher Ave Ste C, Lutcher, LA 70071
Simply Sweet Snoballs and Ice Cream, LLC- 115 N Montz Ave, Gramercy, LA, 70052
Yummy Tokyo Gramercy - 10800 highway 3125 Gramercy, LA 79952
*t-shirts available while supplies last*

08/18/2026

Add a little discovery to your River Parishes itinerary.

The St. John the Baptist Parish Library offers families a chance to slow down, explore, and experience something unexpected, from interactive programs to spaces designed for curious minds of all ages.

Established in 1966 and shaped by the community ever since, the library continues to bring people together through programs for all ages while inspiring a lifelong love of reading and learning.

It’s not just a stop along the way; it’s part of the adventure.
Learn more at stjohnlib.com.

08/14/2026

08/14/2026

Take in the summer on the Mississippi River Trail!

This scenic paved path along the top of the levee is perfect for a morning bike ride, afternoon walk, or sunset stroll. Now is the perfect time to get outside early, catch the breeze off the river, and enjoy peaceful views stretching through Louisiana’s River Parishes.

Plan your next adventure at lariverparishes.com