Port Barre Commercial Cold Storage, Emergency Walk-In Cooler and Refrigeration Trailer for Rent or Lease
Plan a refrigerated trailer or container for your Port Barre project with Cold Storage Container Rental and Facilities. We help St. Landry Parish hospitals, schools, hotels, food-service operators, and public agencies keep stock at temperature through renovations, power outages, hurricane-season response, and events. Call 888 385-5513 for 24/7 support and emergency deployment coordination, and ask about a mobile kitchen or dishwashing trailer for the same site.
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- Refrigerated trailer pricing
- Starting at $1,295for a 1–6 day rental
- Delivery planning
- Delivery schedule confirmed in your quote
A refrigerated trailer plan for Port Barre.
Start with refrigerated capacity, then add the kitchen and dishwashing facilities your site in St. Landry Parish needs.

12ft Refrigerated Trailer
A compact refrigerated trailer option for reviewing temporary ingredient or product storage where a smaller placement footprint is a priority. Confirm the required operating temperature and refrigeration package.
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20ft Refrigerated Trailer
A 20ft refrigerated trailer for temporary stock storage, with separate temperature configurations to match the food or goods being held.
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20ft Refrigerated Container
A container-format cold-storage option for projects comparing the placement, handling, and access of a refrigerated container with a trailer-based storage facility.
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24ft Mobile Kitchen
A compact cooking trailer with a convection oven, griddle, six-burner range, sinks, and reach-in cold storage for restaurant renovations and temporary meal service.
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38ft Mobile Kitchen
A 38ft mobile commercial kitchen trailer with a fryer, convection oven, griddle/oven, six-burner range/oven, sinks, and reach-in refrigeration and freezer storage.
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22-26ft Low Temp Dish Trailer
Low-temperature push-through dishwashing trailers in 22ft, 24ft, and 26ft configurations, with a soil tray, scraping table, three-compartment sink, and handwashing sink.
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Lebeau's July 2026 zydeco festival paired dancing with backbone dinners
Lebeau's 34th Zydeco Festival was scheduled for July 4, 2026, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, offering nearby Palmetto a parish celebration rooted in Creole music. The announced lineup included Geno Delafose, Rusty Metoyer and Step Rideau.

Tornado Near Krotz Spgs on June 6, 2019
A severe-weather report was logged about 1.2 miles west of Krotz Spgs on June 6, 2019 after a tornado affected the area. NOAA’s event narrative records, “Other wind damage was noted east of the path of the tornado in Krotz Springs.” Damage to the electrical network can quickly make cold storage a priority for grocery stores and commercial kitchens.

Black Pot Cook-Off Supports the Restoration of Historic Sunset High
École Saint-Landry announced its Black Pot Cook-Off for October 25, 2025 at the Sunset Community Center. Proceeds were directed toward renovating historic Sunset High for the French immersion school’s upper elementary students.
Compare refrigerated trailers and containers.
Review all 5 refrigerated trailer and container sizes for your Port Barre project, with starting prices by rental length. Select a model for its specifications, photographs, and rental details.
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| Model | Format | Temperature options | Power example | Starting price |
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| 12ft Refrigerated Trailer | Refrigerated trailer | Confirm for the assigned 12ft unit | Confirm the assigned unit’s power requirements | Starting at $1,295 for a 1–6 day rental |
| 20ft Refrigerated Trailer | Refrigerated trailer | Separate 32°F, 15°F, and -5°F configurations; confirm the required unit | 220V, single-phase, 40–60A; verify the offered configuration | Starting at $1,495 for a 1–6 day rental |
| 20ft Refrigerated Container | Refrigerated container | Review the selected container's specification | Confirm the assigned unit’s power requirements | Starting at $2,495 for a 1–6 day rental |
| 40ft Refrigerated Container | Refrigerated container | Confirm for the assigned unit | Confirm the assigned unit’s power requirements | Starting at $3,495 for a 1–6 day rental |
| 40ft Refrigerated Container | Refrigerated container | Confirm for the assigned unit | Confirm the assigned unit’s power requirements | Starting at $3,495 for a 1–6 day rental |
Configuration examples shown. Confirm the assigned unit’s temperature range and connections in your quote. Starting prices by rental length are listed on each model page; delivery, setup, taxes, and availability are confirmed separately.
Port Barre's November 2026 cracklin competition sets a full cooking timetable
Port Barre's Cracklin Festival has scheduled its cooking competition for November 15, 2026. The organizer's rules require teams to arrive by 9 a.m., with samples collected between noon and 1 p.m. and awards planned for 3 p.m.
Pork and chicken divisions give cooks separate challenges, and teams must supply their own ingredients and equipment. That makes cold storage for raw meat a detail to settle before reaching the festival grounds. The rules also allow cracklin sales at a set price and include awards for booth presentation and sportsmanship, bringing the public-facing stall into the competition alongside the cooking itself.
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I-49: Resurfacing And Pavement Repair in Lafayette and St. Landry parishes
A construction notice dated March 27, 2026 focused on I-49 in Lafayette and St. Landry parishes. The announced scope covered resurfacing and pavement repair. The published scope also covered asphalt work and surface milling. The notice put the project value at $43 Million. Businesses arranging portable cold storage would need to coordinate equipment deliveries around the announced road work.
The published limits ran from Interstate 10 to the St. Landry Parish line. The published completion target was summer 2027, subject to the project schedule.
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Compare refrigerated trailer and container prices.
Starting prices by rental length for refrigerated equipment and supporting facilities in Port Barre. Review the equipment details and project requirements with our team.
| Refrigerated unit | 1–6 days | 8–14 days | 15 days–1 month | More than 3 months |
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| 12ft Refrigerated Trailer ↗ | Starting at $1,295 | Starting at $1,595 | Starting at $1,895 | Starting at $1,995 |
| 20ft Refrigerated Trailer ↗ | Starting at $1,495 | Starting at $1,695 | Starting at $1,995 | Starting at $1,895 |
| 20ft Refrigerated Container ↗ | Starting at $2,495 | Starting at $2,495 | Starting at $2,995 | Starting at $2,995 |
| 40ft Refrigerated Container ↗ | Starting at $3,495 | Starting at $3,495 | Starting at $3,995 | Starting at $3,995 |
Supporting facility starting prices
| Supporting facility | 1–6 days | 8–14 days | 15 days–1 month | More than 3 months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24ft Mobile Kitchen ↗ | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 |
| 28ft Mobile Kitchen ↗ | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 |
| 38ft Mobile Kitchen ↗ | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $8,995 | Starting at $7,995 |
| 40ft Mobile Kitchen ↗ | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $9,995 | Starting at $7,995 |
| 22-26ft Low Temp Dish Trailer ↗ | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 |
| 38ft Low Temp Dish Trailer ↗ | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 |
| 30ft Conveyor Dishwashing Trailer ↗ | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $6,995 |
Starting prices by rental length. Prices, availability, delivery timing, and equipment details are subject to change and will be confirmed in your final quote.
Need help now? Call 888 385-5513 for 24/7 support and current availability.

Thunderstorm Winds Near Melville on January 2, 2017
A severe-weather report was logged about 1.37 miles west-northwest of Melville on January 2, 2017 after strong thunderstorm winds affected the area. The local account states, “Several trees were downed and several structures received roof damage in Melville.” Commercial kitchens would need to check walk-in coolers if the same storm also interrupted their electrical service.

Flash Flooding Near Cankton on January 9, 2013
On January 9, 2013, flash flooding generated a local storm report about 4.87 miles east-southeast of Cankton, in St. Landry Parish. The local account states, “Heavy rain from training thunderstorms fell on saturated ground causing flash flooding across mainly the western half of Saint Landry Parish.” A commercial kitchen awaiting mobile refrigerated trailers would need an accessible delivery point beyond any blocked or flooded approach.
Thunderstorm Winds Near Port Barre on April 30, 2017
The Port Barre area saw strong thunderstorm winds on April 30, 2017, according to the storm report for St. Landry Parish. The damage account notes, “The emergency manager reported trees and power lines down in Port Barre.” For a kitchen left without electricity, mobile cold storage would matter alongside the restoration of normal service.
The entry lists a measured gust of 50 knots, or roughly 58 mph. NOAA’s property-damage estimate for this entry was $10,000. The observation was supplied by an emergency manager.
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Canoe races and an Anything Over Rice cookoff shared Port Barre's bayou landing
The Port Barre Lions Club advertised its second Canoe Races and Cook-Off for June 13, 2026, at the Bayou Courtableau boat landing. The program combined paddling races with music, hamburgers and an Anything Over Rice competition.
Cooking teams were instructed to bring their own supplies, with no electricity provided, making cold storage and ingredient transport part of their advance preparations. Main dishes had to be cooked on site, although rice could be prepared beforehand. Samples were due at noon and awards at 1 p.m., giving the competition a clear timetable within a family event beside the bayou.
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Thunderstorm Winds Near Port Barre on April 25, 2015
A severe-weather report was logged about 0.91 miles northwest of Port Barre on April 25, 2015 after strong thunderstorm winds affected the area. The local account states, “The Saint Landry Police Department reported a tree down on Highway 103 near a high school.” For businesses receiving chilled goods, maintaining access to cold storage would be one of the practical questions as conditions changed.
The entry lists an estimated gust of 50 knots, or roughly 58 mph. NOAA’s property-damage estimate for this entry was $1,000.
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I-49: Road Work And Lighting Improvements in St. Landry Parish
A construction notice dated October 24, 2025 focused on I-49 in St. Landry Parish. The announced scope covered road work and lighting improvements. The published scope also covered lighting work. The notice put the project value at $1.3M. The access changes would also matter to refrigerated trailers carrying chilled goods through the area.
The announced start was October 30, 2025. The published completion target was fall 2026, subject to the project schedule.
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Plan around the Port Barre address.
A project in Port Barre starts with the same practical questions: which functions need to remain available, how the trailer can reach its placement, and how utilities will connect.
- Share the site and storage needs
Send the address, start date, expected rental length, what needs to stay cold, its holding temperature, and the approximate quantity.
- Review the unit and site requirements
We match a refrigerated trailer or container to the product and space, then review power, placement, access, and any mobile kitchen or dishwashing support.
- Confirm the quote and delivery plan
Availability, rental terms, delivery, and setup are confirmed in your quote before the unit is scheduled.
Tornado Near Port Barre on April 10, 2024
The Port Barre area saw a tornado on April 10, 2024, according to the storm report for St. Landry Parish. The local account states, “A brief tornado touched down along the leading edge of the squall line as it reached LA-103, twisting off large tree…” The practical concern for food premises would be whether walk-in coolers and other essential equipment remained in service.
The tornado was rated EF1. Its recorded path extended 0.05 miles, with a maximum width of 150 yards. NOAA’s property-damage estimate for this entry was $2,000.
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US 190: Pavement Repair And Road Widening in St. Landry Parish
A construction notice dated September 10, 2026 focused on US 190 in St. Landry Parish. The announced scope covered pavement repair and road widening. The notice put the project value at $5.5 Million. Any delivery of refrigeration trailers through the affected area would need to follow the project’s access restrictions.
The announced start was September 14, 2026. The notice included lane closures during the work. The published completion target was spring 2027, subject to the project schedule. The described work included surface milling, asphalt resurfacing, pavement patching and drainage work.
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July Fourth at Leonville Boat Launch Brings Fireworks and Food to Bayou Teche
Leonville’s July 4, 2026 celebration placed the community beside Bayou Teche for an evening of music, food and fireworks. The published program at the boat launch on Mistric Street began music at 6 p.m. and scheduled fireworks for 9 p.m., with free admission.

Thunderstorm Winds Near Washington on July 1, 2026
On July 1, 2026, strong thunderstorm winds generated a local storm report about 1.82 miles northwest of Washington, in St. Landry Parish. NOAA’s event narrative records, “Large trees were damaged and thrown across LA 182 between Washington and I-49 interchange.” For food operators, any accompanying loss of electricity would bring cold storage into the recovery plan.
Tornado Near Port Barre on February 14, 2026
February 14, 2026 brought a tornado to St. Landry Parish, with a report logged about 1.19 miles south of Port Barre. The archived observation reads, “The tornado started due southeast of Port Barre along LA 741 where it lifted the sheet metal roofing from a home.” For a kitchen affected by a service interruption, portable cold storage would be one consideration before normal operations resumed.
The tornado was rated EF1. Its recorded path extended 0.68 miles, with a maximum width of 10 yards. NOAA’s property-damage estimate for this entry was $75,000.
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LA 10: Pavement Repair And Drainage Work in St. Landry Parish
A construction notice dated November 25, 2025 focused on LA 10 in St. Landry Parish. The announced scope covered pavement repair and drainage work. The published scope also covered drainage work, grading and asphalt work. The notice put the project value at $9.2 million. Delivery plans for refrigerated trailers would need to account for the announced work and any access restrictions.
The announced start was November 26, 2025. The published completion target was spring 2028, subject to the project schedule.
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Opelousas puts Creole food and music at the center of the 2025 Zydeco Festival
The Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Music Festival scheduled its 43rd celebration for August 30, 2025, at the Yambilee Festival Grounds in Opelousas. Its “Unbroken” theme connected a full day of music with Creole food, language and family history, while the program honored the centennial of Clifton Chenier’s birth.

Creole Culture Day Centered Grand Coteau’s Celebration on Shared Traditions
The fifth Creole Culture Day was scheduled for October 3, 2026, at John Bobb Jr. Park in Grand Coteau. Organizers advertised free admission, a boucherie beginning at 6 a.m. and a broader public program from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Saint-Luc Plan Revisits the Future of Arnaudville's Former Hospital
The former St. Luke General Hospital in Arnaudville became the focus of a different kind of campus project after Saint-Luc purchased the property in November 2019. The goal was to create a home for French immersion, cultural exchanges, and traditional crafts.
Port Barre refrigerated trailer rental FAQs.
How much does a refrigerated trailer rental cost in Port Barre?
Refrigerated trailer pricing is starting at $1,295 for a 1–6 day rental for the smallest trailer. Every trailer and container has starting prices listed by rental length, from 1–6 days to more than 3 months. Delivery, setup, site work, taxes, and the complete rental term are confirmed in your quote.
When can a refrigerated trailer be delivered to Port Barre?
Share your Port Barre address, desired start date, unit size, and access conditions. The team confirms availability and a workable delivery schedule in the quote; this page does not publish a fixed arrival time.
Should I choose a refrigerated trailer or a container?
Compare the stock you need to hold, the required temperature, the placement area, and door access. Trailers and containers are separate formats, and the rental team can review both for your site.
Can a mobile kitchen or dishwashing trailer be added?
Yes. A mobile kitchen trailer and a dishwashing trailer can be reviewed alongside the refrigerated unit when the site also needs cooking or ware washing. Configuration, connections, sanitation requirements, and availability are confirmed for the project.
What should I prepare for my St. Landry Parish site?
Bring the address, placement plan, delivery access details, available power, the goods and holding temperature, dates, and a site contact. Confirm any applicable permit and approval requirements before dispatch.
Keep Port Barre cold.
Share your site, dates, and storage needs. We’ll review the refrigerated trailer or container and supporting kitchen and dishwashing plan for your Louisiana project.
