The City of Opelousas, Zydeco Capital of the World, hosts the 17th Annual Zydeco Breakfast on Saturday, August 31, 2019, from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. under the beautiful oak trees surrounding the historic St. Landry Parish Courthouse. This year, attendees and music lovers will experience the lively performance of Mike Broussard & Nu Edition Zydeko. Fun activities for children and families will also be featured at the event.

The annual downtown Labor Day event is held in conjunction with the Original Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Music Festival, which celebrates its 37th festival this year. Opelousas Tourism, with support from Opelousas Main Street, Inc. and St. Landry Parish Government, hosts the event each year to get people excited about the Labor Day festival.

Local downtown Opelousas businesses will feature a unique assortment of breakfast menu items for sale, from Bloody Mary’s and coffee to Clifton Chenier Casserole and pancakes. Local restaurants and coffee shops around the Courthouse Square will have some tasty food options available.