Rougarou Fest

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UniqueHouma
Dates23–25 October 2026Confirmed listing
Duration3 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forUnusual spectacle, playful rulesUnlike a generic Halloween event, Rougarou
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: USD
CategoryUniqueFestival type
The story

Rougarou Fest in Houma

Rougarou Fest is a Halloween-season folklore festival in Houma, Louisiana, built around the legend of the rougarou, a Cajun swamp creature said to stalk the bayou. The event blends a costume contest, a howling contest, giant puppets, a parade, live music and coastal conservation programming into a distinctly regional take on autumn festivities.

The rougarou, also spelled loup-garou, is a werewolf-like creature from Cajun and Creole folk tradition, said to prowl the swamps and bayous of south Louisiana in search of those who break religious or community rules, particularly children who misbehave or fail to observe Lenten fasting.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Unlike a generic Halloween event, Rougarou Fest is grounded in a specific piece of regional folklore, the rougarou or loup-garou, a werewolf-like creature from Cajun and Creole oral tradition long used in south Louisiana to frighten children into good behavior, giving the festival's costumes, parade and howling contest genuine cultural roots

02

The mystery stays covered

The festival also folds in coastal conservation organizations and a Cajun Critter Pardoning ceremony, tying its folklore theme directly to real concerns about Louisiana's disappearing wetlands

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The howling contest and costume contest are the festival's signature competitive events

Water and renewal

Living ritual

alongside a Cajun Critter Pardoning ceremony and a closing pumpkin lighting with fireworks

The sacred route

Living ritual

all built around the region's rougarou folklore

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

23–25 October 2026

Getting around

Use the city as a planning base, then confirm the exact venue, route, or meeting point close to the date.

What to wear

Costumes are strongly encouraged given the festival's Halloween-adjacent theme, worn over comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing suited to late October evenings in south Louisiana.

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

Stay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

USD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map29.60 N, 90.72 WOpen in Google Maps

Houma, LA

Nearest airportMSY — Louis Armstrong New Orleans
TransportUse the city as a planning base, then confirm the exact venue, route, or meeting point close to the date.
Stay areaStay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Houma via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Houma, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for October.Compare faresFestival gearCostumes are strongly encouraged given the festival's Halloween-adjacent theme, worn over comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing suited to late October evenings in south Louisiana.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for United States and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Rougarou Fest?

Rougarou Fest is listed for 23–25 October 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Rougarou Fest take place?

The festival is listed in Houma, United States. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

3 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Houma, LA

Is it family friendly?

unknown

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About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLrougaroufest.org
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SourceSource link available
Listed dates23–25 October 2026
Source statusOfficial source linked
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