Events

Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee

Giant Omelette Celebration

Giant Omelette Celebration

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!

Meet the Future Leaders of Our Community: The Mayor's Youth Council!

At the November 5th city council meeting, 16 students from within our parish were officially sworn in as the very first 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫’𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥! These remarkable young leaders come from diverse backgrounds, different schools, and various districts within and around Abbeville, bringing fresh perspectives and passion to our community.
 
These students are our future, and it’s so important to involve them in city government to help shape a brighter tomorrow. We are beyond thrilled to see what this year holds and are eager to support their journey in making a positive impact.
 
Please join us in congratulating them on this incredible achievement and for paving the way for youth involvement in Abbeville!
 
In the photo below are the youth council members, shown in no particular order.
Abbeville High School students: Evan Touchet, Brylee Proctor, Kylie Denson, Selina Huynh, Zade Mitchell, Aailyah Bessard, Alayna Henry, Jennifer Prejean, Meah Lege, Makayla Williams
 
JH Williams Middle School students: James Mendez, Gavan Vargas, Cecelia Franques
 
Vermilion Catholic students: Nicholas Cope, Trinity Gaspard
 
North Vermilion Middle School student: Baylor Meaux

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.

Stay Informed With the Parish & City Alert System

Your Direct Line to Emergency Updates
The alert system is designed to keep you informed directly from the Vermilion Parish Police Jury and Vermilion Parish Office of Emergency Preparedness office as well the City of Abbeville .
 

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 from the Parish: By texting the word “Vermilion” to 77295.

🔔  Get City of Abbeville Alerts:  by texting the word “Abbeville” to 77295.

📲 Customize Your Alerts: By downloading the Smart911 app, or going to the website,  you can choose how you receive your alerts—whether by text, phone call, or email. Tailor it to your preferred method of communication for real-time updates.

📞 No cell phone? No problem! Alerts will automatically 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: Year 2 and a Look Ahead

Check out Mayor White’s Year 2 video, where she recaps the second year in office and shares exciting plans for Abbeville’s future. Join us as we reflect on key achievements and look ahead with valuable insights and updates from the mayor. Stay informed, stay engaged, and be a part of 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.

𝐉𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐀. 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐝 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲, 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟏𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐬 𝐉𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐀. 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐝 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞!

Today, James A. Herod Elementary School proudly hosted a Proclamation Ceremony honoring the incredible legacy of Mr. James A. Herod. Known for his lifelong dedication to education and the betterment of Abbeville, Mr. Herod served as a teacher, mentor, and advocate for countless students, leaving an indelible mark on our community. His unwavering commitment to empowering young minds and creating opportunities continues to inspire generations.

Mayor Roslyn White presented the official proclamation, declaring November 11th as James A. Herod Day in the City of Abbeville, a day to reflect on his contributions and continue his mission. Mr. Herod’s vision and dedication shaped the values of education in Abbeville. The date holds even more meaning as it was also Mr. Herod’s birthday, adding a special layer of significance to the occasion.

To honor Mr. Herod’s legacy further, Herod Elementary will host a literacy event after the Thanksgiving holidays, celebrating his passion for education and his belief in the transformative power of reading and learning.

Let’s join together to celebrate this remarkable man and his enduring impact on Abbeville.

#Abbeville #ILoveAbbeville #JamesAHerodDay #LegacyOfLearning #AbbevilleStrong #CommunityInspiration
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𝐉𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐀. 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐝 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲, 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟏𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐬 𝐉𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐀. 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐝 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞! 

Today, James A. Herod Elementary School proudly hosted a Proclamation Ceremony honoring the incredible legacy of Mr. James A. Herod. Known for his lifelong dedication to education and the betterment of Abbeville, Mr. Herod served as a teacher, mentor, and advocate for countless students, leaving an indelible mark on our community. His unwavering commitment to empowering young minds and creating opportunities continues to inspire generations.

Mayor Roslyn White presented the official proclamation, declaring November 11th as James A. Herod Day in the City of Abbeville, a day to reflect on his contributions and continue his mission.  Mr. Herod’s vision and dedication shaped the values of education in Abbeville. The date holds even more meaning as it was also Mr. Herod’s birthday, adding a special layer of significance to the occasion.

To honor Mr. Herod’s legacy further, Herod Elementary will host a literacy event after the Thanksgiving holidays, celebrating his passion for education and his belief in the transformative power of reading and learning.

 Let’s join together to celebrate this remarkable man and his enduring impact on Abbeville.

#Abbeville #ILoveAbbeville  #JamesAHerodDay #LegacyOfLearning #AbbevilleStrong #CommunityInspiration

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So will that event be held at the old Herod Or The New One? Just Wondering 🤷🏻‍♀️ Congratulations To The Legendary James Herod! What I remember of him, He was a man about structure, he was devoted & dedicated to his students and school. He was determined to change the negative Standing that was given to the school by Most of the community in years past. He saw what greatness could come and thrived for that always. He also believed that We (His students) should never take advantage of the opportunities we were allowed that others were not, Like Education. I know his family is Proud and most definitely should be 👏

This is community❤️ This is Abbeville❤️

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