Cajundome

The Cajundome is a multi-purpose arena on the University of Louisiana campus in Lafayette, recognizable by its characteristic domed structure. The facility seats over 13,000 spectators, making it one of the largest basketball venues in the Sun Belt Conference region of the state.

Construction began in January 1982, with the official opening taking place in November 1985, following a design by architect Neil Nehrbass. The facility was built for around 60 million dollars as a new home for university sports and regional events.

The arena serves the local community as a gathering place for fairs, sporting events, and shows that draw visitors from across the region. Students and locals use the facility regularly for university basketball games and ceremonies that shape academic life.

A renovation in 2016 for 20 million dollars modernized seating areas, concession stands, and access routes for visitors with limited mobility. The facility also features a separate event space suitable for receptions before larger events.

During hurricanes Katrina and Rita, the arena transformed into an emergency shelter, offering refuge and support to thousands of people. This function shows how the facility became vital infrastructure for the region during crisis periods.

Location: Louisiana

Inception: November 10, 1985

Official opening: November 10, 1985

Capacity: 11550

Website: http://cajundome.com

GPS coordinates: 30.21844,-92.03906

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:30