Events

Regular City Council Meeting

Fishing for Scholarships

Abbeville Farmers Market

WHERE TO STAY

Abbeville offers great accommodations for any stay, ranging from budget-friendly to lap-of-luxury, offering such accommodations as pet-friendly and handicap-accessible rooms. Many hotels and B&Bs offer free continental breakfast, 24-hour security, free WiFi, and parking is always free.

We are centrally located along the Cajun Corridor Scenic Byway making us a convenient home base when discovering all the area has to offer. As a guest in Abbeville, you are sure to feel at home with warm accommodating hosts eager to welcome you and make your stay extra special.

Book your stay in Abbeville today!

FOOD & DRINK

Cajun food isn’t just a meal, it’s about the company and lively atmosphere. In the heart of Cajun Country, you’ll find a unique experience and even more flavor. Each meal is cooked with pride and from casual to upscale, Abbeville culinary offerings will offer you a dining experience you won’t soon forget!

To see all that Abbeville has to offer, click the “See Restaurants” button below for a full listing of places to dine.

THINGS TO DO

Come taste the good life in Abbeville! Beautiful architecture framed by majestic Oak Trees and authentic Cajun Culture is just the start of what you will find. Abbeville is home to museums, local markets, historic churches, and unique shopping experiences sprinkled with delicious restaurants and oyster bars. Listen to live music at a local pub or eatery or do a Cajun Waltz under the stars in Magdalen Square. Trace local heritage through unique cultural festivals from a Giant 5000 Egg Omelette celebrating French Traditions on historic Concorde Street to the rich tastes of the local Sicilian Celebration, we celebrate everything from Cattle to Ice Cream!

Our central location on the Cajun Corridor means you can find unique experiences right on your doorstep or just a short, traffic-free day trip away. Stop by the Vermilion Parish Tourist Center in the Cultural Museum, just off Magdalen Square, to find out what’s happening and more ideas on how to vacation like a local. A visit to Abbeville is an experience you will not soon forget!

Experience Downtown Abbeville, LA from anywhere in the world through our live-streaming webcams. If you can’t join us in person to witness the charm of our festivals and events, this is the perfect way to experience them no matter where you are!

Notice of Public Hearing:

Notice is hereby given pursuant to Article 7 Section 23(C) of the Louisiana Constitution and R.S. 47:1705(B) that a public hearing of the City of Abbeville will be held at its regular meeting place, the Council Meeting room at City Hall, located at 101 North State Street, Abbeville, LA, on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at 5:15 PM. The purpose of this hearing is to consider levying additional or increased millage rates without further voter approval or adopting the adjusted millage rates after reassessment and rolling forward to rates not to exceed the prior year’s maximum.
The estimated amount of tax revenues to be collected in the next tax year from the increased millage is as follows:
  • General Fund: $364,746.12 (amount of increase: $9,608.55)
  • Public Improvement Fund: $91,186.53 (amount of increase: $2,402.14)
For more details, you can find the budget by clicking here.

Here's Why Your Feedback Is So Important

Your input matters more than you know, and together, we can create something that we’ll all be proud of! Let’s make our community safer and more accessible for everyone.

Vermilion Parish Alert System

Stay Informed with the New Alert System!
The launch of the new alert system is designed to keep you informed directly from the Vermilion Parish Police Jury and Vermilion Parish Office of Emergency Preparedness office.
📱 𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬: By texting the word “𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧” to 𝟕𝟕𝟐𝟗𝟓, you will receive alerts directly to your phone.
 
🔔 𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐧-𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬? Want alerts specific to 𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞, download the app to easily opt into town-specific alerts within the parish.
 
𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲: Text, Email, or Call. You can choose how to receive alerts in the app.
 
📞 𝐍𝐨 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞? No problem! Alerts can also be sent to your home phone, as 911 numbers have been input into the system.
 
Stay informed and stay safe! Get real-time updates directly from the source.

Mayor's Message: 1st Year and a Look Ahead

Mayor White recaps the first year in office and shares what’s in store for Abbeville. Join us as we reflect on the past year and envision the future, with valuable insights and updates from the mayor about our community’s progress.

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This is the Official Page for the City of Abbeville, LA located in the heart of Cajun Country.

👥☕️Mark Your Calendar for the Next Coffee Talk! ☕️👥

Join us for one-on-one conversation and coffee with the Mayor on issues that matter to you—no agenda, no speeches, just an opportunity to ask questions and voice your concerns.

Please note that we will be moving the Coffee Talk to a Wednesday for the month of August since the second Thursday is the first day of school for many.

Joining the Mayor will be the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Director Homer Stelly will be joining the Mayor, as well as Chief Mike Hardy at Bourbon Street Deli.

#abbeville #iloveabbeville #coffeetalk #communityconversation #meetthemayor #StayInformed #abbevilleevents
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👥☕️Mark Your Calendar for the Next Coffee Talk! ☕️👥

Join us for one-on-one conversation and coffee with the Mayor on issues that matter to you—no agenda, no speeches, just an opportunity to ask questions and voice your concerns.

Please note that we will be moving the Coffee Talk to a Wednesday for the month of August since the second Thursday is the first day of school for many.

Joining the Mayor will be the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness Director Homer Stelly will be joining the Mayor, as well as Chief Mike Hardy at Bourbon Street Deli. 

#Abbeville #ILoveAbbeville #CoffeeTalk #CommunityConversation #MeetTheMayor #StayInformed #AbbevilleEvents

🌟 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 - 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫 🌟

Connecting local talent with great job opportunities can sometimes be challenging. That's why the Economic & Workforce Development Division and Career Services department at @South Louisiana Community College are teaming up Vermilion Economic Development Alliance and Vermilion Chamber of Commerce.
They are actively registering businesses from around Acadiana for this event and could use your help in reaching more employers.

🎉 Be sure to join them for their annual hiring event that connects people and employers! 🎉

Businesses with current opportunities can register to participate at www.VermilionChamber.org

Job seekers are encouraged to access resources and prepare through www. AcadianaWorkforce.org

Help spread the word and help local jobseekers get informed before the big event. If you have connections, please share this post!

#Abbeville #ILoveAbbeville #HiringEvent #JobOpportunities #AcadianaJobs #SupportLocalTalent
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🌟 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 - 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫 🌟 

Connecting local talent with great job opportunities can sometimes be challenging. Thats why the Economic & Workforce Development Division and Career Services department at @South Louisiana Community College are teaming up Vermilion Economic Development Alliance  and Vermilion Chamber of Commerce. 
They are actively registering businesses from around Acadiana for this event and could use your help in reaching more employers.

🎉 Be sure to join them for their annual hiring event that connects people and employers! 🎉

Businesses with current opportunities can register to participate at www.VermilionChamber.org

Job seekers are encouraged to access resources and prepare through www. AcadianaWorkforce.org

Help spread the word and help local jobseekers get informed before the big event. If you have connections, please share this post! 

#Abbeville #ILoveAbbeville  #HiringEvent #JobOpportunities #AcadianaJobs #SupportLocalTalentImage attachment

🌟🏋🏾‍♀️#𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲: 𝐁𝐫𝐲𝐥𝐞𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞🏋🏾‍♀️🌟

Meet Brylee Batiste, a 17 year old standout student at Abbeville High School, who will be a senior this coming school year. Brylee excels academically and is actively involved in DECA and the dance team. However, her true claim to fame lies in the world of powerlifting.

Brylee recently clinched the Louisiana High School Championship in her weight class and was named Powerlifter of the Year in 2023. She recently set a world record in squats for her age and weight class, and this isn't her first time breaking records. Two years ago, she set a world record in the 14-15 year-old category.

This year, Brylee has been named the USA High School National Champion and has qualified for the world meet in St, Paul's Bay, Malta. She will be representing Abbeville on one of the largest stages in the powerlifting world for a 17-year-old high school student.

To support Brylee's journey to Malta, her family has organized a po'boy fundraiser. Join them at Abbeville High on July 20th between 11 AM and 2 PM to grab a delicious po'boy for $10 and help support this incredible young athlete.

Let's show our support for Brylee as she prepares to#abbevillen#iloveabbevillee#abbevilleyouthI#POWERLIFTINGchampionl#supportlocalathletesChampion #SupportLocalAthletes
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🌟🏋🏾‍♀️#𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲: 𝐁𝐫𝐲𝐥𝐞𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞🏋🏾‍♀️🌟 

Meet Brylee Batiste, a  17 year old standout student at Abbeville High School, who will be a senior this coming school year. Brylee excels academically and is actively involved in DECA and the dance team. However, her true claim to fame lies in the world of powerlifting.

Brylee recently clinched the Louisiana High School Championship in her weight class and was named Powerlifter of the Year in 2023. She recently set a world record in squats for her age and weight class, and this isnt her first time breaking records. Two years ago, she set a world record in the 14-15 year-old category.

This year, Brylee has been named the USA High School National Champion and has qualified for the world meet in St, Pauls Bay, Malta. She will be representing Abbeville on one of the largest stages in the powerlifting world for a 17-year-old high school student.

To support Brylees journey to Malta, her family has organized a poboy fundraiser. Join them at Abbeville High on July 20th between 11 AM and 2 PM to grab a delicious poboy for $10 and help support this incredible young athlete.

Lets show our support for Brylee as she prepares to compete on the world stage! 
#Abbeville #ILoveAbbeville #AbbevilleYouth #PowerliftingChampion #SupportLocalAthletes
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