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09/18/2026

09/18/2026

“This recognition belongs to all of us” - St. Francisville Mayor Andrew “Andy” D’Aquilla.

Congrats to St. Francisville on being voted the 2026 Best Town in Louisiana by Louisiana Life Magazine readers! 🎉

Explore more about the contest, award and St. Francisville using the links in the comments!

Subscribe to the Louisiana Life newsletter (link in bio) for more info from around the state 📧

09/18/2026

🚧 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE

The Town of St. Francisville is working on several Erosion and Drainage projects throughout town.
One of these projects will take place on Ferdinand St.

Ferdinand Street will be closed during daytime hours between Johnson Street and Royal Street and Royal Street at Sewell Street from September 21 through November 2, 2026.
A detour will be provided for local traffic traveling to Royal Street at Johnson Street.
Residents will continue to have access to and from their homes.
We understand this work may cause some inconvenience and appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation while these improvements are completed.

09/17/2026

After operating her popular restaurant Basel's Market out of a leased space just outside of St. Francisville’s historic district for several years, following the lunch spot’s previous lives as a food truck followed by a small luncheonette on Highland Road, Kalyn Anderson decided it was time to move into the middle of the increasingly bustling small town.

📸: Jackie Haxthausen.

—Reporting by InRegister Magazine

09/17/2026

Celebrating St. Francisville being named Louisiana Life Magazine’s 2026 Best Town in Louisiana!

We’ve always known there’s something special about St. Francisville, and we invite you to come experience it for yourself. Discover our rich history, beautiful landscapes, locally owned shops and restaurants, unforgettable attractions, and the welcoming spirit that makes our small town so special.

Come see why St. Francisville was named the Best Town in Louisiana and find your own reason to love it here.

Pictured (L–R): Todd Matherne, Jesse Cannon Black, John Wilson, Abby Cochran, Andrew D’Aquilla, April McGhee, Cameron Delaney, Laurie Walsh, Rebecca Taylor and Reine Dugas.

https://www.louisianalife.com/best-town-2026-st-francisville/pic/56648/

09/17/2026

Calling all stitchers! 🧵

The Louisiana Stitching Retreat is coming to St. Francisville September 22–25! Enjoy four days of stitching, workshops, good food, new friends, and plenty of time to explore St. Francisville.

Hosted by Salem Stitches with our own Cross Quilter as the local host shop, the retreat includes five stitching and finishing workshops with talented designers. Beginners are welcome, too!

A limited number of spots are still available.

Learn more: VisitStFrancisvilleLA.com/event/cross-stitch/

09/17/2026

There’s a good weekend ahead in St. Francisville! 🌿

Start Saturday morning with the Fall Farm Tour at Bayou Sarah Farms, followed by water buffalo burgers and ice cream. 🌾🍔🍦

Spend the afternoon shopping and exploring around town, grab dinner at a local favorite, then catch Dee Fleming & The Zydeco Train at The Francis Southern Table & Bar Saturday evening. 🎶

Sounds like a pretty good Saturday to us!

See what’s happening at VisitStFrancisvilleLA.com/events

09/15/2026

Weathered verandas, mossy trees, ghost legends, and Louisiana history make this beautiful old house feel just eerie enough.

09/15/2026

St. Francisville is featured in Louisiana Life Magazine’s Cozy Towns! From our rolling hills and historic homes to our local shops and restaurants, there’s so much to discover here. Pick up a copy and check it out!

Read the article: louisianalife.com/cozy-louisiana-towns-to-visit-this-fall/

09/11/2026

Come spend Saturday in St. Francisville!

Start your morning with Pilates with Adele at Bayou Sara Brewing Company at 8:30 a.m., celebrating YS90’s anniversary. Then grab a coffee, browse the shops and enjoy a little time around town.

Planning a wedding? 💍 Bridal Brunch at The Mallory is happening from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. with brunch, wedding inspiration, beautifully styled spaces and a curated marketplace. (Ticketed Event)

And while you’re here, make a day or a weekend of it. Shop downtown, explore a historic site or garden, grab lunch, stay for dinner and enjoy a slower weekend in St. Francisville.

See everything happening in St. Francisville this weekend: VisitStFrancisvilleLA.com/events