Historic Rice Theater 323 North Parkerson Avenue, Crowley, LA 70526, The home of toe-tappin', hand clappin', Cajun, Gospel and Country music nights. Built in 1940, visit this totally renovated Art Deco-style theatre which features local music events., 337-788-4103

Gueydan Duck Festival [Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008] Held at Various Locations in Gueydan, Usually held the weekend before Labor Day in the "Duck Capital of America," the Gueydan Duck Festival highlights the hunting heritage of the Acadiana region. Festival activities include duck and goose calling contests, skeet shooting, hunting dog trials, decoy carving, a parade, pageants, outdoor and indoor cooking contests, an auction, arts and crafts, and a carnival. Live entertainment and fantastic food will also be available.

International Rice Festival [Friday, Oct. 17, 2008] 559 North Avenue F, Crowley, LA 70526, Located in Downtown Crowley, The Rice festival is one of Louisiana's oldest and largest agricultural festivals. Generally held the third week of October, the festival features parades, entertainment, a rice-eating contest, rice-cooking contest, the 5K Rice Festival Run / Walk, and much more., 337-783-3067

Acadia Tours with Alice 521 East 3rd Street, Crowley, LA 70526, Come tour with Alice and meet real people as you visit craftsmen and farmers, tour the Crowley Historic District, and visit an authentic French Chateau along a winding river., 337-783-5640, 800-651-8004