Special Events

AcA is gearing up for this year’s Student Arts Expo on Saturday, March 14! As part of those festivities, Expo hosts an Arts in Education Roundtable dedicated to having an open community dialogue about important topics related to the arts in our schools. This year’s roundtable is centered around the topic of careers in creative fields. The purpose of this roundtable is to bring together higher education, K-12 education and the arts community to discuss preparing students for post-secondary education in the arts and building a career in a creative field. Not able to join us in person? Zoom Meeting option https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81153475148?pwd=vHbpdah2jGfW0vgGIcO9eIaRdPdOND.1Meeting ID: 811 5347 5148 Passcode: 608894 ...

Get ready for a total arts takeover of Downtown Lafayette! On Saturday, March 14, the Student Arts Expo returns to showcase the incredible talent of over 2,000 students from across Lafayette Parish. This isn’t just a small exhibit; it’s a city-wide festival featuring more than 30 exhibition locations and three high-energy performance stages. From the iconic Kickoff Parade at 10:00 AM to the Student Artist Market where you can buy original works directly from young creators, the day is packed with inspiration. Whether you’re watching a live jazz ensemble, exploring “Art in Action” live art demonstrations, or participating in hands-on activities at the AcA, you’ll see firsthand why Lafayette is the heartbeat of Acadiana’s creative future. ...

Open Exhibits Main Gallery | Kathy Reed & Steve Breaux | 30 Years Dancing with Mind & Matter Side Gallery | New Exhibit Opening Art House | New Exhibit Opening Reaux Family Vault | New Exhibit Opening ...

The Sunny Side Jazz Brunch | Sunday, April 12, 2026 | 11 am – 2 pm Acadiana Center for the Arts presents The Sunny Side Jazz Brunch, a benefit for the arts in Acadiana at the home of Carolyn and Kip Schumacher. Celebrate the spring in your seersuckers, spring dresses and festive hats in this art-filled brunch on the lawn. The Sunny Side Jazz Brunch calls to the experiences of legendary Creole Jazz brunches at Commander’s Palace and Brennan’s and features a performance of classic New Orleans tunes from the Preservation Hall All Stars. All funds raised from the Sunny Side Jazz Brunch will support the AcA’s performing arts programs in bringing national acts of music, dance, and theater to Lafayette, as well as the expansion of AcA’s Arts in Education work to new schools and parishes around the rural regions of Acadiana. Tickets and Sponsor Tables: Tickets are on sale to the public February 9, 2026. Sponsorship includes valet parking with a champagne welcome at the home of Carolyn and Kip, along with premium reserved seating and champagne provided at each table. Presenting – $6,000 Benefactor – $3,000 Patron – $1,500 Contact: Corinne Sprague, Development Director 337-940-0364, corinne@acadianacenterforthearts.org Deadline… Read More » ...