Register Now for the Roux Fest Gumbo Cookoff Powered By LAGCOE – February 12, 2026 – Lafayette, LA

Registration Opens August 4, 20205

Get your teams ready—Roux Fest is back and hotter than ever! The 2026 edition of Lagcoe’s gumbo competition and community celebration will take place on February 12, 2026, at the Blackham Coliseum. Whether you’re competing for gumbo glory or coming to enjoy food, music, and fellowship, you won’t want to miss it. This event brings together industry, culture, and community in one flavorful celebration. Registration opens August 4, so keep an eye out and act fast—spots will fill quickly!

Join us for one of Louisiana’s most flavorful celebrations! The Roux Fest Gumbo Cookoff powered by Lagcoe is back—serving up delicious gumbo, friendly competition, and the vibrant culture that makes Lafayette shine. Whether you’re competing or just coming to enjoy, this event is the perfect way to kick off Mardi Gras season.

Come for the flavor, stay for the fun—and support a great cause while you’re at it. A portion of the proceeds will benefit a local charity.