Joining us for the holiday? Take a look at some of the great events happening this holiday season and make your holiday wishlist of brilliant lights, great food, awesome music, festivals and parades as only we can do in Louisiana.
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Alexandria-Pineville
A Very Merry Market
A Very Merry Market is a premier holiday marketplace that provides a unique shopping experience to the people of Central Louisiana. A Very Merry Market is a three-day extravaganza featuring fine gifts, accessories, and decorative items from across the country.
A Merry Christmas in Cenla
Red River Arts & Crafts Guild present wood crafts, needle crafts, purses, candles, ceramics and more.
Shopping Open House
Area boutique shops present their holiday goodies, décor, special gifts, and more!
Santa Claus Arrival
A morning of magical holiday entertainment with the Red River Dance Theatre and Santa.
The Nutcracker Ballet
Cast includes local dancers and guest professionals, a holiday tradition suitable for the entire family.
Santa’s House
Visit Santa’s House in Central Louisiana. Monday through Friday open 5:00-8:00 PM, Saturdays 4:00-7:00 PM.
Holiday Magic Downtown
Experience food, fun, music and the official lighting of the Alexandria holiday lights. Held in the downtown Alexander Fulton Mini Park.
Santa’s House
A Holiday Trail of Lights Event. Visit Santa’s House in Central Louisiana. Monday through Friday open 5:00-8:00 PM, Saturdays 4:00-7:00 PM.
Gingerbread House Tours
Visit a child-sized Gingerbread House decorated for Christmas.
Holiday Light Safari
See the Zoo in a different light with thousands of glistening lights will transform the Zoo into a sparkling winter wonderland. Visit with Santa, warm up by the bonfire, and enjoy holiday treats from the cafe. Musical entertainment will be held on select evenings. Sponsored by the City of Alexandria and FOTAZ. Open evenings Dec. 1-3, 8-10, and 15-23.
Follow The Star
Christmas themed activities and entertainment on the grounds of Louisiana College.
An Old Fashioned Christmas
Enjoy an old fashioned Christmas at Kent House. Meet Papa Noel, participate in fun activities such as creating your own ornaments, and even join in to ring the bells to your favorite Christmas carol.
Rapides Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert
Our annual holiday concert has become a beloved Cenla tradition. With a mix of upbeat classics and well known carols, this is a concert that the whole family will enjoy!
The Live Nativity
Annual drive-through nativity features members of the congregation as cast and includes Christmas music, candlelight and live animals. Spectators relive the story of the first Christmas from the comfort of their own vehicles.
Wildcat Band Christmas
Christmas music performed by the Louisiana College Wildcat Band.
Lessons and Carols
Prompt Succor Adult Choir, St. Cecilia Choir, Joyful Noise Singers, Teen Choir and Youth Band, Young Adult Music Ministry and the Calvary Conservatory Ensemble performs the Advent version of Lessons and Carols that seeks to reclaim the significance of the preparatory season that leads up to the Nativity.
A Pilgrimage to Bethlehem
Step back in time… to a place where a single event changed millions of lives forever.Come for music & drama presented in the beautiful Emmanuel Baptist Sanctuary, and stay for a guided tour of the dramatic recreation of First Century Bethlehem.
Deck the Galleries
Area schools compete in tree decorating contest. PLUS: special art exhibit, reading of new Christmas childrenís storybook, Merry the Christmas Witch, and book signing with local author, Bobbi Hess and illustrator, Anne Reid. Refreshments served.
A Christmas Story
Presented by Family Playhouse, this is a production of one of the most loved Christmas movies. If you join Ralphie and this cast of zany characters, we promise not to “shoot your eye out”!
City of Pineville Christmas Parade
Starts at Claiborn Ave & Military Hwy, continue to Main Street and end at Huey P. Long Hospital.
Cenla Christmas Spectacular
The Cenla Christmas Spectacular is back for its 4th year! This Christmas variety show is in the vein of the Radio city Christmas Spectacular in New York City. Featuring performances from dance troupes, choirs, theatre groups and many more.
City of Alexandria Christmas Parade
Starts on Metro Drive, continues to Jackson Street, ends at Alexandria Senior High School.
Christmas Faces – Christmas Places
Celebrate Christmas through music, worship and arts as many cultures around the world do.
A Festive Christmas
A festive celebration of the season in a variety of fresh and traditional choral music.
Christmas in Kolin Festival
Pictures with Santa, shopping, food, doggy pageant.
A Soulful Christmas
Featuring CWC Choir, Band, Soloists, and dancers celebrating Christmas with a soulful beat.
Minden
Christmas at the Dorcheat Museum
The History of Webster Parish comes alive at the Dorcheat Historical Museum. This multi media interperative museum, designed by local artist Larry Milford, takes visitors through time from the first settlement in Webster parish to the space age.
Deck the Gallery
Enjoy the works in all media of local artist Larry Milford joined by the multi media works of Rebecca Tyree. Both artists are multi talented and have experience in all types of art and prop and scenery building. Resident artist and designer, Rebecca Tyree, lovingly embraces Minden as she brings her new art form working with different metals, chemicals and found objects. Her art form is constantly evolving. Larry has many works of scupture throughout the city of Minden and is the designer and artistic director of the Dorcheat Historical Museum.
Reception Friday, November 11th
4-7 Pm .. Free
Gallery Open every Thursday & Friday 11-6, Saturday 11-2
Fasching Fifth Season Celebration
Celebrate all things German at the Minden Fasching Fifth Season Festival. The party starts on Friday, November 11th and continues through Saturday, November 12 at dark with the illumination of thousands of Christmas lights and a fireworks display. Saturday, bring the family and enjoy ice skating, German food, entertainment, arts, crafts and a beer exhibition. Begin your holiday season in Minden at the Fasching Fifth Season Festival!
Minden Cemetary Ghost Walk
Watch history and dead people come to life to tell their stories of “the good ole’ days in Minden.” Live at the Old Minden Cemetery.
Catch tour bus at MBL Bank On Main Street
Hometown Holiday Open House
Shop locally owned specialty shops during Christmas Open House in Minden. Refreshments, store specials, sales and unique merchandise not found in the mall!
First Baptist Church Choir & Orchestra Christmas Concert
The celebrated First Baptist Church of Minden Choir and Orchestra presents their annual Christmas Concert in the Sacturary of the First Baptist Church. The public is invited to celebrate the birth of Christ through song.
Wrap it Up Downtown
Minden Main Street invites you to “Wrap It Up Downtown” all day Tuesday, December 6th. Stroll through our art galleries, museum, antique shops and specialty shops. Santa will be available for pictures from 4 PM until 6 PM! Visit Downtown Minden … we boast small town charm, brick streets and unique people!
A Candlelight Christmas by the Minden Community Chorus
Christmas music abounds at the Minden Community Chorus Candlelight Christmas Concert. The chorus will be joined this year by the St. Rest Baptist Church Choir. The concert is free and is just a short distance from the parade!
Minden Evening Lions Christmas Parade
Bands, floats, marching groups and of course, Santa, await you at the annual Minden Christmas Parade. Come early and grab you a place in historic downtown Minden! Family Friendly!
Snow In Academy Park
It will be snowing in Academy Park on December 6th from 4-7 PM! Guaranteed! Children of all ages can enjoy old fashioned fun and a white Christmas!
Sponsored by the Historic Residential Association
Historic District Candlelight Tour of Homes
The Minden Historic Residential District boats some of the most beautiful homes and churches in North Louisiana. Plan to spend the day in Minden and join the tour beginning at 4PM!
The Sounds of Christmas Concert
The Choir and Orchestra of The First Baptist Church in Minden invite one to enjoy fellowship and hear the sounds of Christmas.
St. John’s Episcopal Church Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Enjoy Music presented by the St. John’s Choir beginning at 10pm followed by Midnight Candlelight Mass. All are welcome to celebrate the birth of Christ.
First Baptist Church Choir & Orchestra Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Monroe-West Monroe
Dancing Lights on Antique Alley
Enjoy the lights that dance to music while shopping in Antique Alley. The lights will turn on each night and “dance” to various Christmas songs.
Santa’s Christmas Village
Come and enjoy the many activities like walking through the snow, ice skating, make and take ornaments, cookie decorating, and taking pictures with the Snowman. Don’t forget about mailing letters to Santa at the Peppermint Post Office and story time with Mrs. Claus. And most of all, visit with Santa!
Christmas Lighting Ceremony
Be a part of kicking off the Christmas season in downtown West Monroe as we light the dancing lights over Antique Alley.
Little Miss Christmas on the River Pageant
Beautiful Holiday crowns and trophies awarded to each winner in each age division! Photogenic Winner and People’s Choice Winner will be awarded as well!
Books of Hours
“Book of Hours”, said by some scholars to be ‘the best seller of the medieval period,’ will be presented using a series of 11 enlarged reproductions of these historic illuminated documents. The program will begin with the Angel’s proclamation that Mary will be the Christ child’s mother, through the Nativity Story and the Holy Family’s flight to Egypt.
Christmas at the Biedenharn
Christmas at the Biedenharn, during the month of December, come enjoy the beautiful Christmas decorations throughout the Biedenharn Home and ELsong Gardens thanks to the Monroe Garden Study League. Each room is decorated to the theme. Be sure and come by during regular museum hours to take your family Christmas snapshots. (Professional photography requires an appointment, pets and tripods are not permitted.) Call 387-5281 to reserve guided tours for groups of ten or more. The Biedenharn Museum and Gardens is located at 2000 Riverside Drive in Monroe, Louisiana’s Garden District. The museum is open Tuesday – Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Admission is $6.00 for adults, $4.00 for children. Tours of ten or more should make reservations for guided tours.
Downtown Gallery Crawl
Come to downtown Monroe and enjoy the sights and sounds as you “Crawl” from one historic architectural jewel to the next, each gallery and studio filled with fine art and friendly faces. Every Crawl features music, food and refreshments.
Scrooge presented by Family Church, Dec. 1
If you have never seen this presentation of “Scrooge,” don’t let this Christmas season pass without scheduling your family and friends to attend one of the performances. It is engaging for the entire family from the very first song. The streets of this small town in England are brought to life with the live music of “Scrooge.” The Celtic Dancers are a favorite of the audience, as well as the Couples Dancers, throughout the musical. Come join us for a BROADWAY experience that will touch and entertain you!
West Monroe Kiwanis Club Christmas Parade
Christmas parade which promises to bring holiday fun for all ages! Prizes will be awarded in three categories as well as best of show.
Chili Cook-Off
Chili Appreciation Society International, Inc. Official Chili Cookoff (CASI) Texas Red (CASI Rules apply*, must be 18 yrs or older) Bring or cook extra chili for a People’s Choice Award. Chili tasting for the public between 10 am and 2 pm. First 30 registered cooks will receive a goody bag. Return the registration form before Dec. 4 for early registration. Registration is also open the day of the event.
After Firework Festivities
Bry Park will be lit up and decorated in the Candyland Christmas theme and we will invite everyone who is downtown for the Christmas fireworks to stay and enjoy entertainment in Bry Park. There will be a variety of musicians entertaining the crowd with Christmas carols and a huge tree in Bry Park that we will have a “celebrity” guest help us throw the switch and light up.
Annual Bawcomville Redneck Christmas Parade
Enjoy this festive parade with floats, RVs, animals, and more! You won’t want to miss this!
Monroe Jaycees Fireworks Extravaganza
The Monroe Jaycees Christmas fireworks display and celebration DOWNTOWN!! Come enjoy the show after the Christmas parade along with other downtown festivities in Monroe and West Monroe during Christmas on the River!
2011 SCROOGE Bah Humbug 5K Run
The run is sponsored by the Family Church in West Monroe and benefits the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Louisiana.
PAW-Rade Pet Parade
Time to dress-up your pets and put them on display and what better time than the Christmas holidays. Pets and their servants are invited to come dressed in costume. Decorated floats (wagons*) are also encouraged. Pre-registration Fee: $15 for 1st pet ($5 for each additional pet); $5 per pet for best costume contest, $5 for best owner costume, $5 for best float.
Rudolph & Buddy the Elf Save Christmas
Buddy the Elf & Rudolph save the day and make sure Christmas comes off without a hitch for all the good girls and boys around the world!
Christmas Tour
This tour will include Washington Plaza, St. Matthews, Vantage, Riverscape, Ouachita Grand Plaza, Frances Towers, The Palace and First Baptist Church. Each location will be open to guests participating in the tour, along with light refreshments and entertainment at each stop. There will be people on hand to share historical knowledge about each location.
Christmas in the Park
A live nativity scene in Anna Grey Noe Park with music and Tasting Tea to follow at First Baptist Church, Pettit Hall.
Scrooge presented by Family Church, Dec. 12
If you have never seen this presentation of “Scrooge,” don’t let this Christmas season pass without scheduling your family and friends to attend one of the performances. It is engaging for the entire family from the very first song. The streets of this small town in England are brought to life with the live music of “Scrooge.” The Celtic Dancers are a favorite of the audience, as well as the Couples Dancers, throughout the musical. Come join us for a BROADWAY experience that will touch and entertain you!
Scrooge presented by Family Church, Dec. 13
If you have never seen this presentation of “Scrooge,” don’t let this Christmas season pass without scheduling your family and friends to attend one of the performances. It is engaging for the entire family from the very first song. The streets of this small town in England are brought to life with the live music of “Scrooge.” The Celtic Dancers are a favorite of the audience, as well as the Couples Dancers, throughout the musical. Come join us for a BROADWAY experience that will touch and entertain you!
Natchitoches
Festival of Lights, Nov. 19 – Jan. 6, 2012
45 Nights of Christmas Lights through the downtown historic district and along Cane River Lake. Lights are on nightly at dusk.
Turn on the Holidays! Nov. 19
A Louisiana Main to Main Event with children’s activities, entertainment, fireworks and more. There will also be the opening night ceremony where over 300,000 Christmas bulbs and 100+ riverbank set pieces are turned on. Free admission.
Events include:
- Holiday Open House – 10:00 AM until 8:00 PM
- Fireworks Over Cane River Lake – 6:30 PM
- Musical Entertainment – 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM
Snow Fest, Nov. 25
Enjoy a family day with Frosty’s Avalanche Slide, live entertainment and more on the downtown riverbank. Admission charged. Festive snow on Front Street and strolling carolers.
Fleur de Lis Arts & Crafts Show, Nov. 26
Shop for handmade holiday crafts, jewelry, decorations and gifts.
Snow Fest, Nov. 26
Enjoy a family day with Frosty’s Avalanche Slide, live entertainment and more on the downtown riverbank. Admission charged. Festive snow on Front Street and strolling carolers.
Blues Christmas Weekend, Nov. 26
Musical entertainment by Johnny & The Nightcrawlers and Diddley Squat. 5 pm – 9pm
Fireworks at 7pm
Christmas in the Park, Dec. 1 – 24
Visitors are invited to drive or walk through the park. Photos with Santa every Saturday in December.
85th Annual Christmas Festival, Dec. 2
Begin your festival weekend with downtown entertainment featuring the Drew Danzy Band. Restaurants and shops open late. Carriage rides available, etc.
Natchitoches/ Northwestern Christmas Gala, Dec. 2
Enjoy music, theater, and more at the annual NSU Christmas Gala produced by Northwestern students.
Two shows at 7PM and 9PM
85th Annual Christmas Festival, Dec. 3
Daylong celebration with live musical entertainment, arts, crafts and food vendors, two parades, a magnificent fireworks and laser show choreographed to holiday music over a state of the arts sound system.
Photos with Santa, Dec. 5 – 23
Visit with Santa and take your picture with him on the south end of the downtown riverbank.
Lesson & Carols, Dec. 6
Featuring NSU Chamber Choir at Immaculate Conception Church.
Holiday Tour of Homes, Dec. 7
Hosted by Natchitoches Historic Foundation. Come and tour various historic homes decorated for Christmas.
Tickets available by calling 800-259-1714.
El Camino Real de los Tejas Photo Exhibit, Dec. 7 – Jan. 31, 2012
Open Tues – Sat; Exhibition features 30 photographs by Chris Talbot of sites along the National Historic Trail.
Holiday Tour of Homes, Dec. 9
Hosted by Natchitoches Historic Foundation. Come and tour various historic homes decorated for Christmas.
Tickets available by calling 800-259-1714.
Children’s Christmas Party, Dec. 10
Enjoy an afternoon at the Natchitoches Parish Library, 450 Second Street, with Christmas activities and fun.
Christmas Downriver, Dec. 10
Cane River National Historic Park presents Creole Christmas with special tours, educational programs and musical events.
Fete de Hiver, Dec. 10
Celebrate Christmas 18th century style with historians, re-enactors and period merchants at Fort St. Jean Baptiste SHS.
Les Amies Christmas Treasures Arts & Crafts Sale, Dec. 10
Local arts and crafts vendors featuring holiday gifts and decorations.
Holiday Tour of Homes, Dec. 10
Hosted by Natchitoches Historic Foundation. Come and tour various historic homes decorated for Christmas.
Tickets available by calling 800-259-1714.
Cajun Christmas Weekend, Dec. 10
Cajun Christmas Weekend featuring musical entertainment by Brandon Ledet and Jamabalaya Band. 2pm – 9pm
Fireworks at 7PM
Lesson & Carols, Dec. 13
Musical choral groups from Natchitoches and surrounding areas.
Holiday Tour of Homes, Dec. 14
Hosted by Natchitoches Historic Foundation. Come and tour various historic homes decorated for Christmas.
Tickets available by calling 800-259-1714.
Holiday Tour of Homes, Dec. 16
Hosted by Natchitoches Historic Foundation. Come and tour various historic homes decorated for Christmas.
Tickets available by calling 800-259-1714.
Cane River Creole Christmas, Dec. 17
The St. Augustine Historical Society hosts special tours and Creole holiday stories.
Christmas Downriver, Dec. 17
Cane River National Historic Park presents Creole Christmas with special tours, educational programs and musical events.
Rocking Christmas Weekend, Dec. 17
Musical entertainment by Drag Strip Phantoms & Johnny Earthquake & The Moondogs.
Entertainment 2PM – 9PM
Fireworks at 7PM
Holiday Tour of Homes, Dec. 17
Hosted by Natchitoches Historic Foundation. Come and tour various historic homes decorated for Christmas.
Tickets available by calling 800-259-1714.
Fireworks Over Cane River Lake, Dec. 24
Fireworks over the scenic Cane River Lake.
Fireworks Over Cane River Lake, Dec. 31
Happy New Year’s!
Shreveport-Bossier
”The Nutcracker” Civic Performance, Nov. 7
Civic Performances Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet will present a FREE civic performance of excerpts from its holiday classic, “The Nutcracker.”
This delightful “sneak peek” at the full-length production features members of SMB’s Junior and Senior Company in full costume, as well as a reading of the classic “Nutcracker” story. Come and join SMB for this wonderful family event!
Dates and Times: Monday, November 7, 7:00pm Shreve Memorial Library, Broadmoor Branch 1212 Captain Shreve Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 318-869-0120
”The Nutcracker” Civic Performance, Nov. 14
Civic Performances Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet will present a FREE civic performance of excerpts from its holiday classic, “The Nutcracker.”
This delightful “sneak peek” at the full-length production features members of SMB’s Junior and Senior Company in full costume, as well as a reading of the classic “Nutcracker” story. Come and join SMB for this wonderful family event!
Dates and Times: Monday, November 14, 6:00pm Asbury United Methodist Church 3200 Airline Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 318-746-5349 *This performance is organized in conjunction with the Volunteers of America LightHouse program in Bossier City
Les Boutiques de Noël
Wednesday, November 16 through Saturday, November 19 @ Bossier Civic Center,
presented by Shreveport-Bossier Opera Guild — The 37th Annual One Stop, Holiday, Shopping Extravaganza sponsored by The Shreveport-Bossier Opera Guild. This arts and crafts show features a variety of items for holiday gifts and decorations. Wednesday 16th is the preview party. Thursday and Saturday hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Christmas Tree Lighting Event
The Louisiana Boardwalk in Bossier is getting into the holiday spirit. Lighting Shreveport / Bossier’s largest Christmas tree. We’ve been told the big guy, Santa Claus himself, will take a break from their holiday rush at the North Pole to make an appearance. So kids you can get a jump-start on giving him your wish lists.
Deck the Stacks Christmas Craft Day
Join us for a “Deck the Stacks” Christmas Craft Workshop.
Paula Prieshoff will show participants how to make adorable shelf-sitters using clay pots as well as paper bag ornaments. All craft supplies will be provided; just bring your holiday spirit and imagination. Items made during the workshop can be used as part of our branch Christmas display in December.
Please call and reserve a spot for this workshop so that we can determine the amount of supplies needed. Contact the Information Desk at 687-6824.
Holiday Day Camps
School’s out, Sci-Port’s IN! November 21 – 23, December 19 – 23 & 27 – 30 and January 2 – 4 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Parents, Sci-Port Holiday Day Camps can give you just the break you need to finish your cooking, shopping and prepping so that you can relax and enjoy the season with your family!
Kids, tired of just sitting around the house while your parents get ready for the holidays? Tell them about Sci-Port Holiday Day Camps. They’re educational… and fun!
Sci-Port’s Holiday Day Camps are themed and designed to accommodate specific grade groups, as follows: K – 1st, 2nd – 3rd and 4th – 5th grades. Each camper must be currently enrolled in the corresponding grade groups listed above for the 2011-12 school year. Themes vary day to day from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily. Each day camp includes a mid-morning and afternoon snack, all materials and supplies needed for the session, a 30-minute supervised lunch provided by Counter Culture @ Sci-Port and an IMAX film admission. Each Day Camp
Costs: Members $40; Non-Members $45 Extended Care Options (Must be arranged at time of booking.): Morning Care (8 – 9 a.m.): $6 per day Afternoon Care (4 – 5 p.m.): $6 per day Morning and Afternoon Care (8 – 9 a.m. & 4 – 5 p.m.): $12 per day Drop off is located inside the Center in the Swepco Demonstration Theater. Pick-up will be available curbside or inside the building in the Anderson Family Foucault Pendulum area. Pre-registration is required. Call (318) 424-8660 to reserve your spot today! Extended care must be arranged at time of booking.
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Holiday Day Camp Themes: November 21 – 23
Monday, November 21: Storm Spotters Ever wonder how a tornado works? Discover the complexities of air, create your very own tornado and learn how to collect the data that helps predict the weather.
Tuesday, November 22: Can You Dig It? Calling all geologists in training! Create edible rocks
Annual Mistletoe & More Show
147 booths filled with unique one-of-a-kind items, holiday decor, jewelry, tasty treats, gifts for all ages, and much more! Complete all of your holiday shopping in less than one roof. This is an event you do not want to miss. Families come together to do their traditional holiday shopping.
Admission: $4, Children 10 years and under are free. Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 318-564-9489.
28th Annual Christmas in Roseland
FRIDAYS, SATURDAY, SUNDAYS ONLY: November 25- December 18, 2011 from 5:30
p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Last car admitted at 9:30 p.m.
Kicking off Thanksgiving weekend, the Gardens of the American Rose Center are transformed into a whimsical winter wonderland featuring more than a million twinkling lights, dozens of lighted displays, giant Christmas Cards to the Community created by area school children, Santa’s Candy Shop and much more. This multi-weekend event features nightly entertainment, photos with Santa, rides on the Roseland Express train, a model train display and tons of fun for the whole family!
ADMISSION
Individual admission is $5 per person or $20 per carload. Ages 2 and younger are free.
Group Rates
- $35 per minibus (Up to 25 people)
- $75 per charter bus, please call 318-938-5402 to make a reservation
PHOTOS WITH SANTA
Photos with Santa are $10 each. No personal photography allowed. Santa is located in the Administration Building. Tickets may be purchased online or in the Gift Shop.
ROSELAND EXPRESS TRAIN
Roseland Express tickets are $5. Tickets may be purchased online or in the Gift Shop.
AMERICAN ROSE CENTER GIFT SHOP
Visit our gift shop and do some Christmas shopping. It’s the perfect place to pick up stocking stuffers or gifts for your loved ones.
City of Bossier City and Bossier Parish Community College Annual Christmas Show
Wednesday, November 30 through Thursday, December 1 @ Bossier Civic Center,
presented by Bossier Parish Community College — The Annual Christmas Show
presented for the City of Bossier by the Bossier Parish Community College.
318-678-6328.
24th Annual Greening of the Museum
The 24th Annual Greening of Louisiana State Exhibit Museum will take place on Thursday, December 1st, 2011.
After a fun filled morning of SOX performances, making ornaments and prizes for the 24 3rd grade classes that have designed and decorated a holiday tree on this year’s theme of “Home Grown – Louisiana Artists”.
The trees will be on display until the end of December.
Christmas Free Gift Wrapping for Senior Citizens
Free Christmas gift wrapping for Senior Citizens 50 and Up
Country Christmas Festival
Celebrate the Christmas season with a full day of activities that culminates with a parade. 100 Front Street, PO Box 31, Vivian.
Always held first Saturday in December.
1st Saturday Tour: Christmas Tour
Our Christmas Tour explores works with a Christmas or winter theme, accompanied by inspirational stories of the season.
Ho Ho Christmas O
Saturday, December 3 @ Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park — The Ark-La-Tex Orienteering Society presents orienteering challenges throughout Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park. Registration is required. For information, visit the ALTOS website.
Christmas on Caddo Fireworks Festival
Add to your list
Fireworks festival on Caddo Lake. Concession booths open at 3:00 p.m., fireworks at 6:30 p.m. at Earl G. Williamson Park in Oil City.
Holiday Laser Light Show
A laser light show set to holiday songs, complete with falling snow.
The show runs every Twenty minutes from 5p.m. to 8p.m..
“The Nutcracker” 2011
“The Nutcracker” Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet presents its annual holiday classic, “The Nutcracker,” on December 3rd and 4th, 2011 at Shreveport’s Riverview Theater.
The production features professional guest artists from the Houston Ballet, the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra conducted by Kermit Poling, and more than 100 local dancers. Tickets are $10-35. Contact SMB at 318-221-8500 or visit www.shreveportmetroballet.org for more information.
Riverview Theater 600 Clyde Fant Parkway Tickets go on sale November 1. Show times: Saturday, December 3rd, 7:30pm Sunday, December 4th, 3:00pm
Casting Crowns with Sanctus Real
ON SALE NOW World Vision Presents
Casting Crowns Come to the Well Tour
Featuring Sanctus Real, The Afters, and Introducing Lindsay McCaul
Sugar Plum Fairy Luncheon
Join Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet for the traditional Sugar Plum Fairy Luncheon prior to the Sunday, December 4th matinee performance of “The Nutcracker.”
This delightful event will be held at the R.S. Barnwell Garden and Art Center, located conveniently across the street from Riverview Theater.
Tickets are $10 for children 12 and under and $15 for adults. Costumed “Nutcracker” characters arrive at 12:45pm for photographs and autographs, and lunch will be served at 1:15pm.
Visit www.shreveportmetroballet.org for reservations, or call SMB at 318-221-8500. Tickets for the Sugar Plum Fairy Luncheon will go on sale to the general public on November 1.
Christmas Programs for Pre-Schoolers
Christmas Programs at Wallette with
Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus:
December 6 – 9 The Cajun Gingerbread Boy
December 13-16 T’was the Night before Christmas read by Santa Claus treats for all Children
December 20-23 Winter is here
December 27 -30 A Fun New Year
How to Make a Christmas Tutu
Make all of her Christmas wishes come true with a holiday tutu!
Learn how to construct the perfect tutu for holiday pictures, parties, and even Christmas day! Supply approx. $25.00
Christmas Sing-Along
Join us at Hamilton/South Caddo on December 10th from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. for a Christmas Sing-Along. Hosted by our own, very talented, Kelly Igo Beavers and Tiffany Snyder, everyone is invited to get into the Christmas Spirit as together we sing many popular Christmas songs. This event is open to everyone. Bring your whole family for this fun, uplifting event. Light refreshments will be served.
Celebrate Highland 2011: A Holiday Home Tour
Revel in the holiday spirit with Celebrate Highland: A Holiday Home Tour, December 10-11, 2011, in Shreveport’s Highland neighborhood. The festive event will kick off with a candlelight tour on Saturday, December 10 from 5pm-9pm. The tour will begin at the Meadows Museum, located at 2911 Centenary Blvd, and will feature complimentary wine and cheese, musical entertainment, and mini-bus transportation to the tour homes. Sunday’s afternoon tour will be from 1pm-5pm and will begin at C & C Electric and Lighting, located at 2430 Line Ave. The tour will feature complimentary coffee, refreshments, live holiday music, and trolley transportation to the tour homes. Visit the event website for a full list of homes on the tour this year. Tickets are $20 per day and will be sold at the starting point of each tour (the Meadows on Saturday and C & C Electric on Sunday). Two-day package deals are available for a money-saving $35. Advance tickets will be $15 a day for HRA members who have paid their dues in 2011. Celebrate Highland is presented by the Highland Restoration Association, ISA/Stewart Insurance Associates, Inc., Robin Ramsey, Realtor, and the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau. For more information, contact HRA at 318-221-7629 or highland_restoration@hotmail.com.
Benton Christmas on the Square Festival and Parade
Free admission and free parking and shuttle service available at the Benton Parish Courthouse.
The Town of Benton’s 12th Annual Christmas Celebration will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday at Heritage Village Square in Benton, LA.
A full day of family fun is planned with dash around the square 5k run; large children’s area with inflatables, face painting, arts, crafts and games; live entertainment; cookie and candy contest; art contest; pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus; Santa’s little red wagon parade; arts, crafts and gift vendors; food court; special guests, “Swamp People” Junior and Willie Edwards; and the only Christmas parade in Bossier Parish.
Autographs and pictures with Junior and Willie, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Christmas parade rolls at 3 p.m.
For vendor, contest and parade forms visit our website at www.bentonchristmasonthesquare.com.
Festival Info. 318-746-7557, Parade Info. 318-230-6956.
Holiday On Broadway
An unforgettable evening of music guaranteed to put you in a festive mood – this show includes music from around the world in a celebration of Christmas, Hannukah and Kwanzaa. Featured selections include hits from Broadway and film as well as our hilarious fractured carols. Songs include We Need a Little Christmas, Feliz Navidad, White Christmas, Wassail, Jingle Bel Rock, S’vivon, Channukah, You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch! The Twelve Days of Christmas, and many more. The perfect evening to get into the spirit of Christmas!
Christmas for the Critters
Celebrate the season of giving by making festive treats for wildlife.
There is no cost to visit the park or to attend this program.
Cirque Du Soleil – Dralion
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Dralion is a touring production by the Canadian entertainment Cirque du Soleil.
The show combines elements of traditional Chinese circus with Western contemporary circus, complementing the “East-meets-West” theme implied in the title is a portmanteau of “dragon” (representing the East) and “lion” (representing the West).
Holiday Pops with Twyla
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Celebrate the holidays in style with the amazing soprano Twyla Robinson, the SSO and the Holiday Pops Children’s Chorus.
A memorable and fun evening filled with seasonal favorites, our toe-tapping Holiday Pops concert will put you in a festive mood!
A Festival of Lessons and Carols at St Mark’s Cathedral
A Christmas Service of Music and Readings based on the annual Christmas Eve service sung by King’s College, Cambridge, England. St. Mark’s intergenerational choir offers special Choral Music for the season as well as congregation carols for all.
Advocare V100 Independence Bowl
The college football bowl game, feature teams from ACC and Mountain West Conferences.
Pep Rally at noon on the Fairground. Game time 4:00p.m.