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In and Around Lafayette

Lafayette, LA with kids

Lafayette, LA is a quaint Southern town just west of Baton Rouge in an area affectionately known as Acadiana. There’s a lot to see and do in and around Lafayette. Whether you’ve lived here your entire life or are new to the area, there’s a lot to discover in this charming Louisiana city.

Lafayette Mom aims to make living in Lafayette, LA easier for parents. There’s a good chance that Lafayette Mom has a resource for what your family needs, whether that’s a list of fun splash pads in Lafayette, LA or where to throw a birthday party. We even make a point to highlight the best events in the Lafayette area.

At Lafayette Mom, we have suggestions for family fun in Lafayette, LA for all seasons, as well as creative ideas for day trips when you’re ready to get away from it all. Our team of more than 20 Lafayette moms is always ready to share advice on everything from how to find the best swim lessons in Lafayette to where to enjoy a great date or dinner downtown.

Every year, Lafayette Moms publishes a comprehensive list of summer camps options in and around Lafayette, LA. The goal of this resource is to keep parents informed about the various childcare choices for Lafayette families once school is out. Of course, our popular guide to Lafayette, LA schools also helps moms and dads make the best education decisions for their families. We’ll even help you connect with other Lafayette families via our popular neighborhood groups online.

Our writers live in and around Lafayette, so we’ve got a lot of experience finding the best things about living in Lafayette, LA with kids. We’ve made it through countless events like the 2020 pandemic (and homeschooling), and we always aim to connect Lafayette moms to one another for assistance, guidance and support.

We know that living in Lafayette, LA means choosing from a variety of neighborhoods and lifestyles, and we support it all. No matter where you live in Lafayette, and no matter where your kids go to school in Lafayette… Lafayette Mom is here to make life in Lafayette with kids easier!

What's brewing in and around Lafayette, Louisiana? Needing a cup of coffee in an atmosphere that's brewing with culture and creativity? You're in luck! Here in Acadiana, you will find an abundant list of coffee shops that offer plenty of...
Are you looking for things to do with kids in Lafayette? If you need kid-friendly things to do in Lafayette, Louisiana this Fall, we have you covered. There is everything from indoor Lafayette family fun to weekend day trips, all pre-approved...
Best Date Night Restaurants South of Lafayette My husband and I enjoy discovering locally owned restaurants. The carefully crafted menus and unique ambiance provide our date nights with adventure both in cuisine and, sometimes history. It also gives us something...
Tips For Taking Kids To The Farmers Market At Moncus Park We are big fans of Moncus Park! A beautiful green space in the middle of the city. It has a nice playground, splash pad, treehouse, and clean restrooms. According...
Best Restaurants In Lafayette For A Mom’s Night Out I recently got together with some friends that I hadn’t seen in a while. We’re all busy with work and kids and extracurriculars. The idea simply started when my friend’s husband...
2023 Guide to Summer Fun in Lafayette! I'd like to think that the world slows down in summer. However, after a week or so, the kids become stir crazy and I am sure every mother begins searching for “things to...
We are often asked about things to do in Lafayette, LA with kids! When it's hot and you are looking for a great splash pad or the best snowball in Acadiana, Lafayette Mom has you covered. Below are suggestions...
Lafayette is anticipating a new all inclusive playground! This new playground will be located in Downtown Lafayette's Parc Sans Souci in the area between the stage and the splash pad. Can you imagine having this playground as a tool to...
Festival International: Everything You Need to Know (And Yes It's Kid-Friendly) ‘Tis the season! In South Louisiana, it’s festival season. Lafayette hosts one of my favorite festivals–Festival International de Louisiane. This 5-day festival hosted in Downtown Lafayette attracts nearly 300,000...
If you are a parent looking for things to do with kids in the Lafayette, LA area, you have come to the best place. Whether you are looking for the best snowball stands in Lafayette, swim lessons for your...

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