Macaroni Kid Acadia-St. Landry is actively working with local communities throughout the area to provide information on upcoming activities. We will be updating this list frequently as we add more activities.
Here are some free picks for things you can do with the kids this summer! Click on the links for all the details!
Arts & Crafts Activities **Contact the location to sign up ahead of time and confirm times
Acadia Parish and St. Landry Parish public libraries host summer time activities alternating crafts or movie showings with weekly story hour time. Check out our Summer Reading Program Guide for a complete list of library locations, times and dates for arts and crafts events.
Opelousas South City Park also hosts arts and crafts during the summer beginning in June, Monday-Friday from 8am - 12noon! Contact the City of Opelousas Parks & Rec department for more information at 337-948-2562.
Prairie Acadian Cultural Center will host a Junior Ranger Summer Series program this summer on the first Friday of each month with free children's programs for 4th graders and up, at the Washington Recreational Center. Dates: June 7th, July 5th and August 2nd.
Parks & Playgrounds
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Opelousas Love Project hosts summer activities and programs at North & South City Parks in partnership with the City of Opelousas beginning the first week in June. For information contact Yvnonne Normand at 337-308-3474 or the Opelousas Parks & Rec department at 337-948-2562. Be sure to check the calendar for upcoming events.
- Arts & Crafts
- Sand Volleyball
- Swimming
- Tennis
Check back for updates and follow our social media pages! (@MacKidAcadia)
Splash Pads
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Nall Park in Krotz Springs
Location: 548 Haas Street
Hours: 7am -8pm
Eunice
Fairgrounds Splash Pad: 1000 Fairground Ave.
Amy Splash Pad: 900 Duck Ave.
Typically opens memorial day weekend
Hours: 10am - 6pm
Opelousas
Location: 1905 S. Washington Street
Hours: 8am - 8pm
Port Barre
Veterans Memorial Park
Grand Opening: Saturday July 2
Chicot State Park
3469 Chicot Park Road, Ville Platte
The splash pad is free to use but there is an admission fee to enter the park. Please call ahead to confirm hours of operation!
Visit Chicot State Park for more information and hours
Port Barre Veteran's Memorial Park
Port Barre, La
The splash pad is currently open for the summer from 8am-8pm.
Church Point Central Park
Located in the new Central Park cattycornered from the Old Depot. Splash Pad is currently open!
Community Pools
Opelousas North City Pool
Admission $2/ Limited to 1 1/2 hour sessions
Hours: 2-7pm Tuesday-Sunday
337-948-2562
Eunice Country Club Pool opens May 26 September 3rd.
Pool membership required.
Call 337-457-3273
Cajun Campground - Eunice
Admission $3 per person, Cash Only (swimsuits only - no cottons allowed)
Hours: Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday 10am -5pm. Friday 10am-7pm.
Call 337-457-5753
Rayne Ballroom
Green Room Pool is available for rent May-Sept.
Free Swim Day in the Green Room
June 25th for ages 10-14yrs. 3-5pm
337-334-3121
Not a fan of public or community pools!? We hear ya! Escape locally with Swimply, an app that finds local private pools for rent!
Local Lakes and Water Features
Lakeview Park & Beach
Lakeview Park is located 3 miles North of Eunice, Louisiana on Hwy 13. This campground features a large selection of traditional as well as high tech amenities to make your stay more enjoyable. There are 95 full hook-up RV Sites and 8 cottages!
Jump in to their 1 acre swimming area with fresh well water pumped into it daily. The water is cold and refreshing. Relax on the sandy beach and enjoy live music and local events on the weekends, weather permitting. The beach is open for day passes to the public only on weekdays and Sundays. For more information on their day passes and rates visit their page.
Cajun Campground
5552 US Hwy. 190, Eunice
Office hours 9am-5pm (337) 457-5753
Features: Fishing, Camping with campsites and cabin rentals, game room, playground, nature trail and more.
The swimming pool is open for campers and non/campers for the summer Tuesday-Thursday and Sunday from 10am to 5pm, and Friday-Saturdays 10am - 7pm. Price for non-campers/cabin renters is $3 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, $5 on Fridays and Saturdays, and $10 on Saturday. Swimsuits are required for all swimmers.
Fishing
Cajun Campground - 5552 US Highway 190, Eunice
Church Point Community Fishing Pond - For children 15 and under accompanied by an adult (fishing license not required).
Riverview RV Resort - 174 Camp Ground Loop, Krotz Springs
Petting Zoos
Rylan's Ranch Petting Zoo LLC. 337-356-1408
A locally-owned ranch that raises ND goats, chickens, ducks, geese, rabbits, peafowl, doves and Kune Kune pigs, Rylan's Ranch LLC offers a petting zoo for birthdays, events, church functions, and more.
Museums & Tours
Call the location prior to your visit to plan a tour or find out more information on open dates.
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Community Theatres and Movie Cinemas
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Gem Mining
If you've never been to CandyLand Cottage it's really a fun and interesting experience. The candy and ice cream retailer offers sweet and cool tasty treats in 2 locations in Rayne, and Scott La. CandyLand Cottage also offers a gem-mining experience (Scott location)!
Summer Activities for Teens
Anime Afternoons at the Acadia Parish Library-Crowley. APL hosts Anime Afternoons for teens 13-18 on Fridays at 2pmpm. FMI contact the library at 337-788-1880. You must sign up for the movie, spots are limited. Check to community calendar for upcoming dates.
Teen Writing Workshops
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The Acadia Parish Library hosts teen writing workshops for ages 13-18 once a month. You must contact the library to sign up. Check our community calendar for the next upcoming Teen Creative Writing Workshop.
Computer Workshop for Teens
The Armand J. Brinkhaus Community Library in Sunset hosts a monthly computer learning workshop for teens. Pick up tips and tricks and have fun while learning with scavenger hunts! Contact the library for more information on their next scheduled event at (337) 662-3442 and follow their Facebook page for updates.
For even more activities and things to do this summer check our Summer Fun Guides frequently as we are continuously adding more events and programs as we confirm information:
- Summer Camps & Programs
- Vacation Bible School Guide
- Summer Reading Programs
- Acadia-St. Landry Campgrounds
You may also want to check out our 40 Indoor Activities guide for days when the weather is not permitting for outdoor play or it's just TOO HOT!
Don't forget to sign up for the newsletter and stay up to date on the latest events happening around Acadia-St. Landry!!
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