Offering over 40 antique and specialty shops, restaurants and nightspots, Morgan City Main Street is the heart of the historic district. Century-old structures and signature events such as the Louisiana Shrimp and Petroleum Festival make the area a distinct gathering place.
Year designated: 1996
Economic impact
23 net new businesses
98 net new jobs
$6,048,362 public/private investment
12,260 volunteer hours
Annual events
Basin Brew Fest, Lawrence Park Porch Fest, Downtown Egg Hunt, Rock the 4th, Bayou BBQ Bash, Adonis Food Festival, Louisiana Shrimp & Petroleum Festival, Trunk-R-Treat, Moonlight Monday, Spirit of Morgan City Christmas Festival
Community spotlight
A legacy downtown company established a new line of business during the pandemic, diversifying revenue and providing direct-to-consumer sales for the first time. Learn about G&J Curbside in this community spotlight by Assistant Director Amanda Lanata.
Click here to read G&J Curbside: A Covid-19 Pivot in Morgan City
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