LRA Showcase 2026 - Where Louisiana Meets the World
Jul
25
to Jul 26

LRA Showcase 2026 - Where Louisiana Meets the World

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Come attend the largest food trade show in our state with 
CERTIFIED LOUISIANA!!

 

LRA Showcase 2026: 
Where Louisiana Meets the World

Join Certified Louisiana at the state’s premier food trade show—a vibrant two-day event where global culinary innovation meets legendary Louisiana hospitality. This isn't just a tradeshow; it’s the ultimate networking hub for the Gulf South’s hospitality industry.

Event Details

  • Dates: July 25 – 26, 2026

  • Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Both Days)

  • Age Requirement: 21+ only

Why Attend or Exhibit?

The 2026 Showcase shares the stage with four prestigious world-class competitions, offering unprecedented energy and access to qualified buyers:

  • Pastry World Cup Americas

  • Bocuse d’Or Americas

  • The Great American Seafood Cook-Off

  • Four Roses Bourbon Global Expedition Cocktail Competition

Exhibitor Information

Certified Louisiana Pavilion booths are reserved exclusively for current members. By exhibiting within the pavilion, you gain direct access to thousands of industry decision-makers, including representatives from restaurants, bars, hotels, and catering companies.

  • Registration Opens: April 9, 2026

  • Registration Deadline: May 1, 2026

  • Selection: All attendees and exhibitors must be approved by the LRA.

    To Register for this event with Certified Louisiana
    Click HERE

  • PER LRA RULES, THE SELLING OF ALCOHOL ON THE SHOWROOM FLOOR IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED

  • ALCOHOL CAN ONLY BE SERVED IN 1 oz SAMPLE SIZES

For more information on how to register or questions regarding registration, please contact certifiedla@ldaf.state.la.us or call 225-952-8084.

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Farm Fete
Sep
24
6:00 PM18:00

Farm Fete

Farm Fête: An Evening Featuring Local Farmers and Chefs

Save The Date

Thursday, September 24, 2026
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Street Market
Attire: Dressy Casual/ Business Smart

The annual Farm Fête fundraiser benefits BREADA’s outreach programs, including the Red Stick Farmers Market. Guests enjoy live music, festive food, and drink, and silent auctions featuring unique food- and farm-themed items and experiences.

Live Music
Food Samplings
Curated Beverages
Live and Silent auction featuring unique food-and-farm-themed items and experiences

For more information visit https://breada.org/farm-fete/

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Lafayette Coffee Festival
Mar
28
9:00 AM09:00

Lafayette Coffee Festival

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LAFAYETTE COFFEE FESTIVAL


When: March 28 (9am-3pm)
Where: McElligott Club at ULL Football Stadium
Admission: $12
Free Parking

Celebrating all things coffee in SWLA!!

Sample Great Coffee

Attend Coffee Classes/ Demonstrations

Explore Custom Coffee Roasting

Our state of Louisiana has a fine tradition of great coffee. Much of America’s coffee arrives through southern ports. Southern roasters have perfected the art of the dark roast. Southern chefs have explored the nuanced use of coffee flavors. Great coffee innovators have developed new brewing techniques, new tools and new recipes to try. All will be meeting in Lafayette to share their coffee insights and experiences with you.

More than a dozen specialty coffee roasters will pour samples of their best brews. Coffee enthusiasts can attend classes, see brew method demonstrations, learn about the flavor coffee wheel, watch green coffee get roasted to perfection and mingle with coffee industry exhibitors. If you're into coffee, we've got you covered! $12 general admission per person ages 12 and up. Children under 12 admitted at no charge if adult supervision is provided.

For more information or to purchase tickets visit https://lafayettecoffeefestival.com/

Questions?

Feel free to reach out with any questions you may have.
Jim Currie
Email: jim.currie.la@gmail.com

Lafayette Coffee Festival QR Code

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Fall Community Gardening Day
Oct
13
10:00 AM10:00

Fall Community Gardening Day

Fall Community Gardening Day

LOCATION:

CM FARM RANCH

1368 HIGHWAY 900, CLAYTON, LOUISIANA

Admission is Free!

Bring your family, school, or community group! Open to all!

Farmers Market with Local Produce

4-H Club Demonstrations

Hands-on Gardening Education

Children’s Activities

Arts and Crafts Vendors

Food and Beverages

Contact Concordia 4-H (318-414-6055) or Stacey McGraw/ CM Farms (601-807-2009) For Information

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