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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251004
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SUMMARY:The UA Junior Tour
DESCRIPTION:The UA Junior Tour is Coming to Louisiana – Fall 2025 (Shreveport Region)The Under Armour Junior Tour is officially making its way to Louisiana! This exciting tour is open to boys and girls ages 6–18 and offers young golfers the opportunity to grow their game\, gain competitive experience\, and represent the UA brand with pride. \nWhether you’re new to the sport or preparing for the next level\, this tour is built to challenge\, inspire\, and support junior golfers across the state. With PGA Champion Jordan Spieth now backing the UA Junior Tour\, the momentum behind junior golf has never been stronger—and it’s arriving right here in North Louisiana. \nFALL 2025 TOUR SCHEDULE:• October 4 – The Club at Huntington Park• October 11 – Querbes Park Golf Course• October 18 – Crooked Hollow Golf Club• November 2 – Cypress Bend Golf Course• November 9 – Tamahka Trails Golf Club• November 23 – The Hills at Northwestern \nEach player receives an official Under Armour player gift. The season includes six (6) 9-hole matches and championship medals. Top performers from the regional tour will advance to the Winter Nationals at PGA National Resort & Spa in Florida\, taking place February 13–16\, 2026. \nImportant Details: \n\n\nOnly 80 players will be accepted \n\n\nDeadline to register: September 13th \n\n\nEvents take place in North Louisiana\, but players can register from anywhere in the state \n\n\nLeague Fee: $350 \n\n\nAll skill levels are welcome \n\n\nContact Information:Collin Fontenot – League DirectorEmail: cfotenot@uajuniortour.comWebsite: www.UAGolfTour.com
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/the-ua-junior-tour/
LOCATION:Northwestern Hills Golf Course\, 6604 LA 1 Bypass\, Natchitoches\, LA\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,Outdoors,Sports
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SUMMARY:Free Painting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Cane River Creole National Historical Park for a free painting workshop with professional artist Kelly Jackson on Saturday\, October 4\, from 9:00–11:00 AM at Oakland Plantation. \nReservations are required and limited to 12 adults. All supplies will be provided. \nTo reserve your spot\, email CARI_Interp@nps.gov
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/free-painting-workshop/
LOCATION:Oakland Plantation\, 4386 Highway 494\, Natchez\, LA\, 71456\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art & Culture,Community,Family Friendly,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081327
CREATED:20251009T195720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T195722Z
UID:10002780-1759996800-1760029200@natchitoches.com
SUMMARY:99th Annual Christmas Festival
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for December 6th as we celebrate the 99th Annual Natchitoches Christmas Festival in historic downtown Natchitoches. This beloved event features a full day of live entertainment\, food vendors\, a festive parade\, and a spectacular fireworks show over Cane River Lake. \nFor nearly a century\, this celebration has brought families and visitors together to experience the magic\, lights\, and charm that define the holiday season in Louisiana’s oldest city.
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/99th-annual-christmas-festival/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:Annual,Community,Family Friendly,Featured,Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T200000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081327
CREATED:20250904T142518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T142522Z
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SUMMARY:APHN Fall Tour of Homes
DESCRIPTION:Step into history this fall! Join APHN for the Fall Tour of Homes in Natchitoches\, October 10–11\, 2025. \nCandlelight Tour — Friday\, October 10 from 5–8 PM ($25) with a reception at Lemee House.\nTown Tour — Saturday\, October 11 from 9 AM–2 PM ($25) featuring historic homes and local vendors. \nMore info & tickets: https://givebutter.com/APHNTOUROFHOMES2025 \n(318) 332-9341
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/aphn-fall-tour-of-homes/2025-10-10/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:Annual,Community,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T130000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081327
CREATED:20251006T173406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T173526Z
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SUMMARY:Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Start your Saturday the local way! Join us at the Natchitoches Farmers Market from 8 AM to 1 PM along the beautiful riverbank — fresh produce\, handmade goods\, and community charm await.
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/farmers-market/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:Downtown Riverbank\, 103 rue Beauport\, Natchitoches\, LA\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,Featured,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T140000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081327
CREATED:20250904T142518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T142522Z
UID:10002692-1760173200-1760191200@natchitoches.com
SUMMARY:APHN Fall Tour of Homes
DESCRIPTION:Step into history this fall! Join APHN for the Fall Tour of Homes in Natchitoches\, October 10–11\, 2025. \nCandlelight Tour — Friday\, October 10 from 5–8 PM ($25) with a reception at Lemee House.\nTown Tour — Saturday\, October 11 from 9 AM–2 PM ($25) featuring historic homes and local vendors. \nMore info & tickets: https://givebutter.com/APHNTOUROFHOMES2025 \n(318) 332-9341
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/aphn-fall-tour-of-homes/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:Annual,Community,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T180000
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CREATED:20251013T172525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T172527Z
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SUMMARY:The Cruelty Connection: Animal Abuse and Human Violence
DESCRIPTION:Cruelty to animals doesn’t just hurt pets.  It can be a warning signs of violence against people too.  Join us to learn how understanding this link can help create safer\, kinder communities.  Together\, we can build a community that protects both animals and people. \nGuest speakers Dr. Herman Soong\, M.D. from Tulane University School of Medicine and the Honorable Hillar Moore\, District Attorney from East Baton Rouge Parish\, will present “The Cruelty Connection: Animal Abuse and Human Violence\,” at 6 p.m. Tuesday\, Oct. 14 in the Sylvan Friedman Student Union Ballroom.  They will discuss how cruelty to animals can be a warning sigh of violence against people and how to create safer communities. \nThe event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/the-cruelty-connection-animal-abuse-and-human-violence-2/
LOCATION:Northwestern State University\, 175 Sam Sibley Dr.
CATEGORIES:Community,Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T140000
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CREATED:20251013T143629Z
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UID:10002785-1760695200-1760709600@natchitoches.com
SUMMARY:Community Shred Service - NPL PR
DESCRIPTION:Community Shred Service\nSave the Date \nFriday\, October 17 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \nPaper only. Staples and paper clips do not need to be removed.\nBusinesses are welcome; individuals have a priority line.\nNot a drop-off service — participants must remain until all items are shredded. \nLocation:\nNatchitoches Parish Library – Main Branch\n450 Second Street\, Natchitoches\, LA 71457 \nPhone: 318-357-3280\nWebsite: www.natlib.org \nText “shred” to 318-357-3280 for reminders!
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/community-shred-service-npl-pr/
LOCATION:Natchitoches Parish Library\, 450 Second St.\, Natchitoches\, La\, 71457
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T130000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081327
CREATED:20251006T173406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T173526Z
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SUMMARY:Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Start your Saturday the local way! Join us at the Natchitoches Farmers Market from 8 AM to 1 PM along the beautiful riverbank — fresh produce\, handmade goods\, and community charm await.
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/farmers-market/2025-10-18/
LOCATION:Downtown Riverbank\, 103 rue Beauport\, Natchitoches\, LA\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,Featured,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T120000
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CREATED:20251010T143348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T143350Z
UID:10002783-1760781600-1760788800@natchitoches.com
SUMMARY:Sandbox Archaeology
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Louisiana Archaeology Month\, join Fort staff as we simulate an archaeology site. Using modern materials\, we will show you the basics of sieving through a sandbox for treasures! For more information\, call 318-357-3101.
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/sandbox-archaeology/
LOCATION:Fort St. Jean Baptiste\, 155 Jefferson St.\, Natchitoches\, LA\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,Featured,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T150000
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CREATED:20251010T143007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T143010Z
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SUMMARY:Kids on the El Camino Real
DESCRIPTION:Looking to earn a new Junior Ranger Badge? Join Fort staff as we showcase the stops along the El Camino and bring you the chance for your child to become a Trail Junior Ranger! Ages 10 and older welcome. Materials and instructions will be provided to send off for your Junior Ranger Badge. Call for more information.
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/kids-on-the-el-camino-real-2/
LOCATION:Fort St. Jean Baptiste\, 155 Jefferson St.\, Natchitoches\, LA\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,Featured,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T220000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081327
CREATED:20250404T145602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T204841Z
UID:10002042-1760796000-1760824800@natchitoches.com
SUMMARY:Tapped-Tober
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/tapped-tober-2/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:Annual,Community,Featured,Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T130000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081327
CREATED:20251006T173406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T173526Z
UID:10002774-1761379200-1761397200@natchitoches.com
SUMMARY:Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Start your Saturday the local way! Join us at the Natchitoches Farmers Market from 8 AM to 1 PM along the beautiful riverbank — fresh produce\, handmade goods\, and community charm await.
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/farmers-market/2025-10-25/
LOCATION:Downtown Riverbank\, 103 rue Beauport\, Natchitoches\, LA\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,Featured,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T150000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081327
CREATED:20251010T144754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T144756Z
UID:10002784-1761483600-1761490800@natchitoches.com
SUMMARY:Come Paint a Pumpkin!
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate spooky season\, Fort staff will offer pumpkin painting. Individual-size artificial pumpkins will be available for visitors to decorate. Anyone visiting the site will have the opportunity to decorate a pumpkin and take it home. All ages are welcome. \nWhile supplies last!
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/come-paint-a-pumpkin/
LOCATION:Fort St. Jean Baptiste\, 155 Jefferson St.\, Natchitoches\, LA\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art & Culture,Community,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T200000
DTSTAMP:20260619T081327
CREATED:20251006T173846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T173848Z
UID:10002775-1761849000-1761854400@natchitoches.com
SUMMARY:FREE Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:The City of Natchitoches and the Natchitoches Parish Library are teaming up to bring you a FREE Movie Night on the Downtown Riverbank!\nThursday\, October 30\nMovie starts at 6:30 PM\nDowntown Riverbank\nFree & open to the public\nDon’t forget your lawn chairs\, blankets\, and your favorite candy\, popcorn\, and drinks (please\, no glass bottles).\nBring the whole family and enjoy a fun evening under the stars with your community!
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/free-movie-night/
LOCATION:Downtown Riverbank\, 103 rue Beauport\, Natchitoches\, LA\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,Outdoors
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251031
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTSTAMP:20260619T081327
CREATED:20250804T150924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T150927Z
UID:10002631-1761868800-1761955199@natchitoches.com
SUMMARY:2025 Southland Cross Country Championships
DESCRIPTION:Women’s 6k race – TBA  (live on ESPN+)\nMen’s 8k race – TBA  (live on ESPN+) \nFor athletes who qualify after the NCAA South (North Alabama) and South Central (Arkansas) Regionals\, the 2025 NCAA Cross Country Championships will take place at Missouri on November 22\, 2025.
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/2025-southland-cross-country-championships/
LOCATION:Northwestern State University\, 175 Sam Sibley Dr.
CATEGORIES:Annual,Community,Family Friendly
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