The Youngsville Sports Complex is a multi-use sports complex with six fields that can be used for soccer or flag football, five baseball fields, four softball fields, seven batting cages, 10 tennis courts, a scenic one-mile walking path with exercise stations, a fully stocked fishing pond, a playground, 10 multi-purpose pavilions, and concessions stands.

Youngsville, Louisiana, where the Youngsville Sports Complex is located, is a small city in Lafayette Parish 11 miles south of downtown Lafayette. When your team is done playing at the Youngsville Sports Complex, two things are certain: you won’t run out of fun things for the kids to do and good places to eat are everywhere. Check out some of these great entertainment and dining options near the Youngsville Sports Complex!

 

Things to Do

Kart Ranch

Kart Ranch, which opened in 1985, is a family-owned and -operated family entertainment center dedicated to making each visit a remarkable experience. Actually much closer to Broussard than Lafayette, in spite of its address, Kart Ranch is just a stone’s throw away from the Youngsville Sports Complex at 10 miles away.

Reasonably priced and super clean, it’s got go-karts galore and just about everything else a kid could love, such as Kiddie Karts for the littler ones in your group. Their fabulous attractions include a tricky rock wall, a soft play area, Bump ‘n’ Blast boats, Water Wars, an arcade, and more.

Another one of Kart Ranch’s attractions, Castle Clash, challenges friends and family to a duel against medieval water-shooting cannons and dragons. With all the many hidden water hazards, no one escapes without getting soaked! It’s the only water game of its kind in all of Acadiana. 508 Youngsville Hwy, Lafayette, LA 70508

 

Sky Zone

Let your team run wild, or rather, jump wild, at Sky Zone. This trampoline park company is popular throughout the country for good reason: they have the most activities of any of their ilk.

Start off in the open jump section. Lined with trampolines on the floor and walls, this is the perfect spot to get acclimated to the high altitudes you can achieve. Once you get the feel for it, head to any of Sky Zone’s other bounce-filled stations. Dunk basketballs at Skyslam, play Ultimate Dodgeball as both you and the balls rebound off of trampolines, or dive into the foam zone. Battle a friend at SkyJoust, conquer the SkyLadder or Warped Wall, and scale the FreeClimb rock wall. Sky Zone’s diversity of attractions will surely keep everyone entertained. 3814 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, Lafayette, LA 70503

 

Lafayette Science Museum

Explore the world around you through interactive digital and physical exhibits at Lafayette Science Museum. You can experience the inside of the famed Apollo 11, the human body, or the dark, mysterious depths of the ocean in the Virtual Reality Lab. In Crawl Space, you can learn about various insects like beetles, centipedes and millipedes, and more as you investigate 19 terrariums.

The museum also has a collection of meteorite samples and rocks dating back thousands of years, allowing you to trace the development of Earth through the layers of rock and note changes in the planet throughout its existence.

While at Lafayette Science Museum, you can also visit their planetarium. Sit back and relax as you traverse the stars and learn about constellations, space flight, the universe itself, and other fascinating scientific topics. Those who enjoy video games will be delighted to know that the museum has a gaming station stocked with local made games of all genres.

Contact the museum to inquire about group rates for your team. Lafayette Science Museum delivers an extensive journey into the world of science; one that your team will wholeheartedly love. 433 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501

 

Acadian Village

The Acadian Village in Lafayette keeps the memory of early life alive in the unofficial capital of “Cajun Country.” This authentic vision of 19th-century living in southwest Louisiana depicts Acadian architecture of the time amidst winding bayous.

Visit a period-accurate blacksmith shop, general store, schoolhouse, and chapel; not to mention several period homes. Enjoy ongoing presentations at the two event venues, also located in the village. 200 Greenleaf Dr, Lafayette, LA 70506

 

Escape Room Lafayette

The perfect place to give your mind a workout and work collaboratively with your team, Escape Room Lafayette will have the team locked in and using their thinking caps to try and escape.

This escape room has a whopping six different rooms, each with their own theme and perplexing puzzles to solve and clues to discover. From stopping a nuclear reactor core from melting to preventing an assassin from killing the president, Escape Room Lafayette’s rooms will not only stump your team every which way, it will get them to have fun in a totally different kind of manner. 2429 W Congress St, Lafayette, LA 70506

 

Cajun Country Swamp Tours

Cajun Country Swamp Tours near the Youngsville Sports Complex can provide your team with a one of a kind tour to see parts of the swamps of Louisiana. Owned and operated by the father-son team of Walter “Butch” and Shawn Guchereau, Cajun Country Swamp Tours is sure to be a memorable experience.

Sit back and keep your eyes peeled as you navigate through the swamps. Your team will spot animals like alligators, egrets, herons, and other swamp-dwelling creatures. The natural scenic views are nothing short of amazing. Make sure to take some pictures. Two boats can hold up to 38 people, so you shouldn’t have any trouble getting your whole team aboard. 1209 Rookery Rd, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517

 

Places to Eat

Prejean’s

People from Acadiana and dignitaries from around the world have been sampling the savory dishes created by Prejean’s talented team of culinary experts since 1980.

Located in Lafayette, this amazing place holds the record for the most awards won by a culinary team in the American South! This incredible dining experience should not be missed during your trip to the Youngsville Sports Complex. 3480 NE Evangeline Throughway, Lafayette, LA 70507

 

Poor Boy’s Riverside Inn

Over 85 years of great seafood awaits you and your brood in nearby Broussard. Tucked away under shady oak trees next to a pond with live alligators and herons, Poor Boy’s Riverside Inn specializes in amazing seafood dishes, steaks, and Southern classics. The crawfish etoufee is the unmissable treat at this special dining spot. 240 Tubing Rd, Broussard, LA 70518

 

Blue Apache Mexican Restaurant

The Blue Apache Mexican Restaurant in Youngsville offers Cajun-inspired Mexican fare not far from the Youngsville Sports Complex. Their menu features traditional Mexican cuisine like fajitas, enchiladas, and burritos. Try their chipotle pork chops, brushed with raspberry chipotle sauce, or their tilapia and crawfish covered with crawfish sauce and grilled spinach and served with two jumbo stuffed shrimp. 905 Savoy Rd, Youngsville, LA 70592

 

Fezzo’s Seafood, Steakhouse, and Oyster Bar

Also in Broussard is Fezzo’s Seafood, Steakhouse, and Oyster Bar. Owned by Phil and his wife Pat, this classic Louisiana restaurant serves all Cajun and Creole favorites like gumbo, po’ boys, and crawfish.

Those who aren’t in the mood for traditional Louisiana fare still have plenty of choices to pick from. Burgers, steak, chicken, and other dishes will certainly please the whole team. 2111 Rice Capital Pkwy, Crowley, LA 70526

 

Spending time in southern Louisiana where Cajun is king will be a lot of fun for your team and their families. After spending the day competing at the Youngsville Sports Complex, enjoy some of the best Southern-style fried seafood and other Cajun dishes you will find anywhere in the country!