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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City of Abbeville, Louisiana - City Hall

City of Abbeville, Louisiana - City Hall

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

⚡️ 𝟏𝟐-𝟗-𝟐𝟒 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 ⚡️
UPDATE 7:30pm All electrical services have been restored at this time. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

UPDATE 5:45pm - Please be aware our City electrical team is still out working to get the service restored to the effected are.

Update 3:13pm - Please be aware this outage will take time as the electrical crew discovered a tree has fallen on power lines. The crew is working as quickly as possible to restore power. We will keep you updated as we know more.

As of 3 PM, there is an electrical outage affecting the following areas:

𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐞
𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐞 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐀𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬
𝐒𝐭. 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧

Our electrical crews are working to restore power as quickly as possible.
We will provide updates as they become available. Thank you for your patience!

#abbeville #ILoveAbbeville #electricaloutage
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⚡️ 𝟏𝟐-𝟗-𝟐𝟒 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 ⚡️
UPDATE 7:30pm All electrical services have been restored at this time. Thank you for your patience and understanding. 

UPDATE 5:45pm - Please be aware our City electrical team is still out working to get the service restored to the effected are. 

Update 3:13pm - Please be aware this outage will take time as the electrical crew discovered a tree has fallen on power lines. The crew is working as quickly as possible to restore power. We will keep you updated as we know more. 

As of 3 PM, there is an electrical outage affecting the following areas:

𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐞
𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐞 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐀𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬
𝐒𝐭. 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧

Our electrical crews are working to restore power as quickly as possible. 
We will provide updates as they become available. Thank you for your patience!

#Abbeville #ILoveAbbeville #ElectricalOutage

📚✨ 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲: 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐞 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤 & 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞! ✨📚

Mark your calendars! This Thursday, join us at City Hall for a special Holiday Coffee Talk. It’s your chance to ask questions, connect with community leaders, and make a difference this holiday season.

We’re collecting new children’s books to gift to every Kindergarten student in Abbeville. Let’s come together to spread joy and support our youngest learners!

Coffee is on us—see you Thursday!

#Abbeville #I#ILoveAbbeville #AbbevilleHolidayDrive #CoffeeTalk #GivingBack
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📚✨ 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲: 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐞 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤 & 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞! ✨📚

Mark your calendars! This Thursday, join us at City Hall for a special Holiday Coffee Talk. It’s your chance to ask questions, connect with community leaders, and make a difference this holiday season.

We’re collecting new children’s books to gift to every Kindergarten student in Abbeville. Let’s come together to spread joy and support our youngest learners!

Coffee is on us—see you Thursday!

#Abbeville #I#ILoveAbbeville #AbbevilleHolidayDrive #CoffeeTalk #GivingBackImage attachment

🎄✨ 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 + 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤! 🎶🎅

The holiday season is here, and Abbeville has an incredible lineup of live music to keep your spirits high all week long! With performances at SHUCKS! THE Louisiana Seafood House, RiverFront, and Kelvin's Piano Bar, there’s no better way to enjoy the festive time.

This Saturday, don’t miss the Abbeville Cajun Christmas Celebration in downtown Abbeville! Enjoy live music right on Concord Street while soaking in the holiday magic.

📍 Check below for the full music lineup, and let us know where we’ll see you this week!

#Abbeville #ILoveAbbeville #AbbevilleLiveMusic #CajunChristmas #HolidaySeason #SupportLocal
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🎄✨ 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 + 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤! 🎶🎅

The holiday season is here, and Abbeville has an incredible lineup of live music to keep your spirits high all week long! With performances at SHUCKS! THE Louisiana Seafood House, RiverFront, and Kelvins Piano Bar, there’s no better way to enjoy the festive time.

This Saturday, don’t miss the Abbeville Cajun Christmas Celebration  in downtown Abbeville! Enjoy live music right on Concord Street while soaking in the holiday magic.

📍 Check below for the full music lineup, and let us know where we’ll see you this week! 

#Abbeville #ILoveAbbeville #AbbevilleLiveMusic #CajunChristmas #HolidaySeason #SupportLocal
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We strongly recommend using the City of Abbeville’s official payment portal for online transactions.