Life without fun is, well . . . not much fun.  That's how we think in Terrebonne Parish. Newcomers agree that we definitely take our fun seriously, whether it's sports, outdoor activities, crafts, or the arts. Having fun is part of our culture. It is a long-standing tradition here in Cajun Country.  Being located in the southern extreme of the state, Terrebonne Parish has a climate that allows for year-round sports and outdoor activities. Our state nickname says it all: "The Sportsman's Paradise."

Fishing

The king of sports in south Louisiana is fishing, and Terrebonne lays claim to some of the best recreational freshwater and saltwater fishing in the world.  Those who really crave recreational and sports fishing will be quickly satisfied.

Hunting

We have prime hunting land here in the Sportsman's Paradise, especially for waterfowl. During the hunting season from November to January, large flocks of teal, mallard, pintail, gadwall, redhead, and canvas back ducks literally fill the sky. Hunters will also discover blue, white, and speckled-belly geese soaring across Terrebonne Parish's hunting grounds.

Golf

Augusta, Georgia, may have its famous azaleas and dogwoods, but, for the golfer or golfer-to-be, Terrebonne Parish has something even better. We think of it as breathtaking-our stunningly beautiful golf courses filled with huge native live oaks draped with graceful Spanish moss.

Eco Tourism

To really appreciate the richness of Terrebonne's natural resources, you must take a tour through our wetlands. Discover the land that makes our area so unique, so rich, and so evocative: the cypress, the black water, the draping moss. You can see the land and terrain with its multitude of wildlife that has been a part of our lore and lives for centuries.  Animals like alligators, cranes, herons and swamp rabbits are plentiful and can be easily seen on your tour.

Museums

Culture is not complete without its museums, and in Terrebonne Parish, our culture is well-rounded.  We have several museums, sanctuaries, and research institutes which accentuate the natural beauty of the land that surrounds us.  The Bayou Terrebonne Waterlife Museum, Terrebonne Folklife & Cultural Arts Museum, Terrebonne Museum, Wildlife Reserves & Sanctuaries, and Louisiana Underwater Marine Consortium (LUMCON), offer a unique educational opportunity to survey the land, fauna, and flora here in Terrebonne Parish.

Recreational Sports

A host of other recreational activities are sponsored by the Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government Recreation Department, including softball, baseball, basketball, volleyball, bantam football, and swimming.

www.tpcg.org/recreation

Festivals and Music

Here is a well-known fact, at least to the locals: fun and good times for the people of Houma and Terrebonne Parish are as important as breathing...maybe even more important. In New Orleans, you'll hear  "Laissez les bons temps roulez:" -  Let the good times roll.  In Terrebonne, we believe that, and we've always believed in helping everyone "Passe un bon temp" -   Pass a good time.  So getting together and going out is a natural part of our culture here. And that's one reason we have so many celebrations and festivals throughout the year.

Mardi Gras

Houma is the home to the second largest Mardi Gras celebration outside of New Orleans. The parade and krewes in all their pageantry run along Main Street, Zydeco fills the air, Cajun food and crawfish are bountiful, and general high merriment and good times soar. 

Pow-Wows

 A rich Native American tradition continues to maintain a strong presence in this Terrebonne. Two energy-filled pow-wows take place during the year: the Calling of the Tribes and the Grand Bois Intertribal. Both colorful events feature Native American crafts, food, and dances.

our parish, and because of all the fine people who call it home. So please feel welcomed, and be sure to slow down enough to see all that Terrebonne Parish has to offer. Take a moment and pass a good time on the bayou. You'll be glad you did.