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Macaroni KID Houma Recommends: 5 Things To Do This Week! 🎉

Get the scoop on local resources and family-friendly events in the Houma - Thibodaux area

By Tracie Ysaguire, Publisher for Macaroni KID Houma September 12, 2025

The weekend is finally here and after the events of this week, including the remembrance of 9/11, I am sure I am not the only one looking to decompress a bit this weekend. 

Ever wake up Saturday morning, coffee in hand, and think, “Okay… now what are we doing with the kids today?” We have all been there. That’s why the Macaroni KID Houma event calendar exists. We want our calendar packed with everything families love: festivals, school events, free crafts, football games, live music, you name it. If it’s happening in Houma–Thibodaux, we'll get is on the calendar. 

Instead of scrolling aimlessly, or find out that you missed an event, make sure to bookmark our calendar and share it with your friends. The more families that know about Macaroni KID Houma, the more connected our community becomes. And isn’t that what fall is really about , connection, family, and a little fun? 🍁

Here are a few articles we recommend for parents this week to help you make great memories: 


Do you have an event or know of an upcoming fall festival you'd like to share with our readers? 

Let Macaroni KID Houma know about it so we can get it on the calendar! 


Now on to the top picks your family-fun this week! 



Find out about the Books Before Challenges at the Lafourche Parish Public Library for your child this year. It's a great way to help them foster a love for reading!
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Please note: Events may be cancelled due to inclement weather or other unexpected issues after the publication of this article. 

Please be sure to follow up with the original event or host for details or questions about any events listed. 


1. Bayou Terrebonne Water Life Museum - Houma

Friday
September 12, 2025
10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Spend a day at the Bayou Terrebonne Water Life Museum in Houma. The museum celebrates the unique culture and heritage of Louisiana making it a great way for locals to enjoy a fun day with the kids in Houma. 


2.Nicholls State Women's Volleyball Home Game - David R Stopher Gymnasium - Thibodaux

Friday
September 12, 2025
4:00 pm

Support the Colonels at the Nicholls State Women's Volleyball Home Game at the David R Stopher Gymnasium in Thibodaux. All games are free to attend. Bring your favorite aspiring volleyball players to watch the women's team in action. 


3.  Southdown Community Garage Sale - Houma

Saturday
September 13, 2025
7:00 am - 12:00 pm

Find the best deals from local vendors and sellers on the grounds of the Southdown Plantation and Museum this Saturday. Free. 


4. It's Pops Concert On the Radio - Regional Military Museum - Houma

Sunday
September 14, 2025
3:00 pm

Enjoy an afternoon of toe-tapping music with the community. Proceeds from the concert will benefit the Houma-Terrebonne Community Band and the Regional Military Museum. $10.00 per person.


5. Homeschool Hangout - Gheens Branch - Lafourche Parish Public Library

Tuesday
September 16, 2025
4:00 pm

Homeschooling families have the opportunity to take learning on the road with the Lafourche Parish Public Library this month at the Homeschool Hangouts. Several sessions are scheduled at different branches. Check our event calendar for details. Free.



 Looking for more family fun in the Houma Thibodaux area?  

Our event calendar covers family fun events and resources for all families in Houma, Thibodaux, Schriever, Cut Off, Raceland, and Galliano, Golden Meadow, and Raceland. If you head out to any of these establishments or events, please tell them you heard it on Macaroni KID Houma!