Social Activities
If you will be visiting the city of Youngsville for the first time, check out the website for Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission. You will find information on events, accommodations, things to do, hotels, all throughout the Acadiana area. Visit them online at www.LafayetteTravel.com. If you are planning a trip to visit several cities in Louisiana, visit Louisiana Travel and read all about the Cajun culture, restaurants, festivals, and the unique culture Louisiana has to offer. Visit www.LouisianaTravel.com.
Young couples looking forward to a future together, singles, families and retirees will find the city of Youngsville full of opportunities to get away from it all, without having to go too far away.
Dining
Of course we offer great places like McDonalds, Taco Bell, Domino’s Pizza, Sonic and Subway, but this is Acadiana where great eating is a way of life. Don’t be surprised if youngsters imported from other parts of the country turn in their burgers and fries for shrimp etouffee or a delicious seafood gumbo.
Downtown Youngsville features Morvant’s Bar & Grill, serving their world famous burgers and boiled crawfish. Morvant’s is also a great social hangout where you can meet some of the most friendliest locals. We have several other great places to enjoy some cocktails and delicious cuisine, while socializing in Youngsville, such as Blue Apache Mexican Restaurant, Agave Mexican Grill & Cantina, El Paso Mexican Grill, Corner Seafood & Wings, Acadiana Bar & Grill, Rotolo’s Pizza, Route 92, 501 Sports Bar, Corner Bar, Twins Burgers & Sweets, LIT Pizza, Kellers Bakery of Youngsville, Pizzaville USA, POUR Restaurant & Bar and KK’s Cafe just to name a few. We offer a variety of delicious cuisines in the city of Youngsville as well, such as Peking Garden Asian Cuisine, Namwan Thai Kitchen, Zeus Cafe and Zorba’s. We have great coffee shops too such as CC’s Coffee in Metairie Centre and Hoya Craft Coffee in Mill Commons. Our sweet gourmet dessert shops are the best! Watch Me Whip, Kellers Bakery, Twins Burgers & Sweets, Rickey Meche’s Donut King, Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery. Life is definitely “sweeter” in Youngsville!
Authentic Cajun Specialty Meats & Seafood
We guarantee you’ve never experienced anything like NuNu’s Fresh Market for groceries and authentic Cajun delicacies. NuNu’s even has their own line of famous seasonings, including NuNu’s Cajun Seasoning. It’s made right here in Youngsville and you can buy it here at NuNu’s Fresh Market. While you’re visiting NuNu’s, you might want to try their famous boudin and cracklin. Another great place for Cajun Specialty Meats is Cajun Market Meats. They are located at 2810 Chemin Metairie Parkway. They feature a drive-thru as well, so you can pick up your favorite specialty meats at your convenience. Whether you are looking for local gourmet favorites or want to visit Rouses Supermarket in Sugar Mill Pond, NuNu’s Fresh Market or Cajun Market Meats for some authentic Cajun cuisine, Youngsville has it all.
Sports and Fitness
Visit our 70-acre, state of the art sports facility, the Youngsville Sports Complex at Chemin Metairie Parkway and Savoy Rd. Sugar Beach is a new beach volleyball complex where you can hit the sand and play some beach volleyball. There’s a great walking and fitness trail for everyone to enjoy. Visit the Youngsville Recreation Center for a game of basketball! There’s also Planet Nutrition and Smoothie King for those who want to get fit and live healthy.
Boutiques & Gifts
Youngsville is definitely the place to find unique dresses, tops, skirts, jeans, and even jewelry. All About You, The Gift Pod, Evelyn Rose, Herringstones and Farmers Drugs & Gifts are just a few of the shops you’ll find.
Check out our list of businesses in Youngsville here to see all of the restaurants, stores and more in our area. We also invite you to take a look at the local calendar of events from Town Planner to find out about upcoming fun times. You can also look for local events in Sugar Mill Pond, like Sugar Jam, and find upcoming bands coming to the City of Youngsville.
ANNUAL INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
The Annual Independence Day Celebration is hosted by Sugar Mill Pond. This spectacular event is usually held on July 3rd every year. Pony rides, face painting, kayak demonstrations, live music and fireworks, make this event the most popular family fun event in Acadiana.
Just a sneak peek of the magnificent fireworks display at the Annual Independence Day celebration:
Sugar Jam is held in the spring and fall in Sugar Mill Pond.
