The holidays are still lit in the cities along the Holiday Trail of Lights! This holiday season, events and attractions have been reimagined to be social distancing-friendly. Plan your next visit to one or several of the cities along the trail. First, check out the map and decide which part of the trail you’d like to start on and where you would like to end. Then, select a region or choose from several options to find your favorite offerings and build your itinerary. Then, visit our lodging section and select a region to book your hotel accommodations and stay awhile. You can also select a themed itinerary to make your travel planning experience even easier and enjoy the Louisiana Holiday Trail of Lights, as well as learn about shopping on the Louisiana Shopping Trail.
Alexandria - Pineville
The festivities will be complete with sparking lights (check out our spirited Water Towers!), community parades appearances by Santa Claus, and various performing opportunities to enjoy the arts.
Grand Cane
Logansport
Celebrate your Christmas holiday with a visit to the historic community of Logansport in DeSoto Parish. Located on the Sabine River you’ll enjoy the hard work that turns Logansport into a wonderland of lights from late November through the New Year.
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Mansfield
Minden
Experience the Old World charm of historic downtown Minden with its original brick streets lined with hundreds of life-sized nutcrackers, thousands of twinkling lights, and Disney characters.
Monroe-West Monroe
Our holiday season is chocked full of family-friendly events and attractions including two parades,a variety of shops, a spectacular fireworks show,ballet performances and other great holiday events.
Natchitoches
Thousands of twinkling lights illuminate the downtown district and Cane River Lake. During the six-week holiday season, experience Natchitoches traditions such as carriage tours, fireworks and live entertainment,
Ruston
The holiday magic is alive in Ruston with carriage rides, visits with Santa, beautifully decorated downtown shops, streets lined with twinkling lights, a Christmas parade, and more festive fun throughout the entire parish!
Shreveport-Bossier
From dazzling fireworks at the drive-in Christmas on Caddo Fireworks Festival to twinkling light displays at Christmas in Roseland, there are many ways to make the season bright in Shreveport-Bossier.
Stonewall
Upcoming Events
AlexWinterFete
Nov 30, 2023 - Dec 02 2023Get ready for an unforgettable and free family-friendly festival in Alexandria! Stay tuned for exciting details as we unveil activities for all ages. Enjoy the
Christmas Open House at the Biedenharn
Nov 30, 2023 - Dec 02 2023Join the Biedenharn Museum & Gardens for the annual Christmas Open House November 30-December 2. This event features the wonderfully decorated Biedenharn house and gardens,
Christmas at the Biedenharn
Nov 30, 2023 - Dec 30 2023Christmas at the Biedenharn is truly magical! Witness the beautifully decorated home and gardens, see the model Christmas train, or attend one of the many
Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
Dec 01, 2023The City of Monroe invites everyone out to celebrate the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 1st. Join in on the Christmas spirit and
A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live On Stage
Dec 01, 2023A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS, the Emmy and Peabody award-winning story by Charles M. Schulz, has warmed the hearts of millions of fans since it
Santa’s Christmas Village
Dec 01, 2023 - Dec 23 2023Don’t miss out on Santa’s Christmas Village at the Northeast Louisiana Children’s Museum! Holiday cheer will follow you throughout the museum with lots of activities
Bawcomville Redneck Christmas Parade
Dec 02, 2023Celebrate Christmas Redneck Style! The Bawcomville Redneck Christmas Parade is a parade like no other! You’ll enjoy floats with fun-loving redneck themes and throws that
Twin City Ballet Nutcracker Tea
Dec 02, 2023Join Twin City Ballet in The Land of Sweets on December 2nd for the Nutcracker Tea. Don’t miss the Holy Jolly Breakfast that day featuring
Twin City Ballet Christmas Gala
Dec 02, 2023Do you need a little holiday magic? If so, you must see Twin City Ballet’s Christmas Gala performance that’s truly magical! The evening will begin
Louisiana Boardwalk Holiday Market
Dec 02, 2023This pop-up market is filled with local vendors & holiday spirit! From hand crafted artisan goods to the latest runway styles, Shreveport-Bossier’s local pop-up markets
97th Annual Natchitoches Christmas Festival
Dec 02, 2023Celebrate the Christmas season in Louisiana’s oldest city. Enjoy our daylong festival filled with music, entertainment, arts and crafts, food vendors, and our famous firework
Christmas on Caddo Fireworks Festival
Dec 02, 2023Festival Opens at 3:30 p.m. | Fireworks Begin at 6:30 p.m. Celebrate the Christmas spirit of joy and giving at the Christmas on Caddo
Christmas on the River 5K & Walk
Dec 02, 2023Get your jingle on at the Christmas on the River 5K & Walk in Alley Park! This fun race kicks off the Christmas on the
Christmas on the River Fireworks
Dec 02, 2023Don’t miss out on the Christmas fireworks on the river! Best viewed from either downtown Monroe or West Monroe, the fireworks will be shot from
Christmas on the River Festival Day
Dec 02, 2023This day is full of Christmas festivities! There will be delicious food trucks, live music, all-day shopping, and holiday lights galore. The fireworks show will
Kiwanis Club of Greater Ouachita Christmas Parade
Dec 02, 2023Come enjoy the holiday floats, bands, dancers, and more at the annual Christmas Parade! You might even get to see Santa himself! December 2
Downtown Art Gallery Crawl
Dec 07, 2023The Downtown Art Gallery Crawl is held bi-monthly on the first Thursday of that month in Downtown Monroe and West Monroe. This is an evening
Pineville Christmas Parade
Dec 08, 2023Get ready to embrace the magic of the holiday season as the much-anticipated Pineville Christmas Parade returns! Mark your calendars for Friday, December 8, 2023,
Christmas in Minden Festival
Dec 08, 2023 - Dec 09 2023Friday, December 8th: A Night of Illumination The magic kicks off on Friday with the dazzling Tree Lighting Ceremony at Minden City Hall at 5:30
The Clauses at Germantown
Dec 08, 2023 - Dec 09 2023Step back in time at Germantown Colony and experience Christmas circa 1835 with free tours of the grounds and special appearances by Santa and Mrs.
Holiday Trail of Lights Hayride Tours
Dec 08, 2023FREE EVENT-Visit Webster Parish invites you to come enjoy thousands of twinkling lights in Historic Downtown Minden for a free hayride tour of the Christmas
Children’s Lighted Bike Parade
Dec 08, 2023Light up your bikes, trikes, wagons and battery-powered cars for a parade under the Christmas lights in downtown West Monroe! December 8
We Have a Savior Christmas Concert
Dec 09, 2023Delight in the reason for the season during First Baptist Church Minden’s award winning choir and orchestra as they weave the enchanting story of Christmas
Breakfast with Santa
Dec 09, 2023Have you heard? Santa is coming to the Northeast Louisiana Children’s Museum on December 9th! Enjoy a delicious breakfast with the holly jolly man himself.
Pet Photos with Santa
Dec 09, 2023Let your furry friend meet Santa! Brush that fur, trim those claws, and make your way to the Biedenharn Gardens to get your pets’ photo
Calhoun Christmas Parade
Dec 09, 2023It’s that time of year again for the annual Calhoun Christmas Parade! December 9
Santa in the Park
Dec 10, 2023Enjoy a cheerful afternoon celebrating Christmas and all that entails! Santa in the Park will have live entertainment and food trucks, with appearances by Santa
Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl Parade
Dec 15, 2023The Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl is not just about the game, it is about the whole bowl week experience! Get an early taste of what
Holiday Outdoor Movie
Dec 15, 2023What could be better than watching one of your favorite Christmas movies under the magical Christmas Lights in Downtown West Monroe? Bring blankets and chairs
Christmas Market on the Alley
Dec 16, 2023Downtown West Monroe presents Christmas Market on the Alley! Don’t miss out on an artisan market with live music and food trucks in Alley Park.
Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Night
Dec 20, 2023The annual Coca-Cola Christmas Truck Night is back at the Biedenharn on December 20th! The 18-wheel Coca-Cola Truck will be decked out in lights and
Kickoff to Christmas
Nov 21, 2024Join Downtown Ruston for its annual Kickoff to Christmas featuring festive activities, holiday tunes, the tree lighting ceremony, and a special visit from Santa! Patrons
Lumiere Grand Opening, An Immersive Christmas Experience
Nov 22, 2024 - Jan 05 2025Opening November 2024 We are excited to announce the opening of Lumiere, an immersive Christmas Experience, coming November 2024 to Stonewall, Louisiana! Lumiere is a
The Spirit of DeSoto, World’s Largest Christmas Tree Structure
Nov 22, 2024 - Jan 05 2025World’s tallest, lighted Christmas Tree structure is right here in DeSoto Parish. The project premiered in 2023 and was destined to become a highlight! Built
Logansport Christmas Festival Premiere Night
Nov 23, 2024Photos with Santa & the world famous Coca Cola Truck Craft Vendors Food Vendors Entertainment on the riverbank stage Parade at 6:00 pm Carnival rides
Logansport Festival of Lights
Nov 24, 2024 - Jan 05 2025Logansport, located on the Sabine River in northwest Louisiana. For 40+ years this rural community has decorated and celebrated the Christmas season. Hundreds of volunteers
Shop Small Saturday
Nov 30, 2024We invite you to shop with our local small businesses on this day– and throughout the holiday season. Check out the special holiday deals going
White Christmas
Dec 05, 2024 - Dec 08 2024Get in the holiday spirit by going to see this Ruston Community Theatre production of White Christmas. Irving Berlin’s classic holiday movie is now a
Lincoln Lights up the Pines
Dec 05, 2024 - Dec 14 2024Enjoy this magical time of year with a drive-thru display of Christmas Lights at Lincoln Parish Park! This display will be open on December 5th-7th,
Mansfield Christmas Parade
Dec 07, 2024The parade begins at 2:00 pm through the downtown area. Floats, marching units, and vintage automobiles. The parade will culminate at the Mansfield City Hall,
Grand Cane Christmas Parade, Market & Historic Home Tour
Dec 07, 2024Experience a small-town Christmas parade and market in the historic district. Vendor market from 8am – 2pm, parade begins at 11am. Historic Tour of Homes
Cookies with Santa
Dec 07, 2024Have a jolly time meeting and taking pictures with Santa Claus while snacking on delicious Christmas cookies! This is the perfect holiday event to bring
Ruston Cultural District Community Caroling
Dec 12, 2024Knock off those last few items on your Christmas list in beautiful Downtown Ruston. Shop your way through downtown, where stores will be offering holiday
A Christmas Blues Spectacular
Dec 14, 2024Join us for this benefit show for the Dixie as D.K. Harrell and Friends bring us a Christmas Blues Spectacular! This show is sure to
Christmas Parade
Dec 14, 2024What better way to celebrate this season than a Christmas parade through our scenic downtown! Come and watch all of the decorated floats and trucks
Santa’s Sweet Shop Cookie Walk
Dec 15, 2024Enjoy this holiday event where you can shop while enjoying delicious cookies and special holiday shopping deals.
