Natchitoches Visitors Bureau

Music Faculty Showcase
2025-09-09 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Magele Recital Hall, 143 Central Ave, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Directed by the Creative School of Performing Arts at NSULA

Omojo Percussion Duo Concert
2025-09-12 19:30 - 21:00 | Magele Recital Hall, 143 Central Ave, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States

Second Saturday
2025-09-13 10:00 - 17:00
Join us for Second Saturday on September 13th, 10 AM – 5 PM! Enjoy food trucks, vendors, DJ Rowdy Green, and live music by The Superchargers Louisiana. Presented by St. Denis – don’t miss out on a day full of fun, flavor, and local vibes!

Modern In Motion 13 GALA
2025-09-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Trinity Episcopal Church, 533 Second Street, Natchitoches, La, 71457

CoD Musica Variada
2025-09-16 19:30 - 21:00 | Magele Recital Hall, 143 Central Ave, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States

2025 Right to Life Gala
2025-09-18 17:30 - 20:30 | Women’s Resource Center, 107 North Street, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States

Modern In Motion 13
2025-09-18 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-09-19 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-09-20 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-09-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Trinity Episcopal Church, 533 Second Street, Natchitoches, La, 71457

Marcos Machado Guest Artist
2025-09-18 19:30 - 21:00 | Magele Recital Hall, 143 Central Ave, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States

Lunchtime Lagniappe: Cane River With Kacy - Everyday Moments, Lasting Stories
2025-09-19 12:15 - 12:45 | Louisiana Sports Hall Of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum, 800 Front St., Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Discover Natchitoches in a whole new way with CaneRiverwithKacy! Through photos, posts, and genuine storytelling, Kacy Young has turned everyday moments along Cane River into a space where history feels alive, people are celebrated, and hidden gems shine. Her talk will explore how social media connects generations, inspires young history lovers, and makes even locals say, “I didn’t know that about Natchitoches!”
Kacy Young is a graduate of Northwestern State University who works in heritage tourism, hospitality, and nonprofit media. She manages CaneRiverwithKacy as well as marketing and media for Cane River National Heritage Area and Dark Woods Adventure Park.
This event is free and open to the public. Visitors are welcome to bring their lunch and eat while they listen and learn.
For more information, visit our FLASH Facebook page or call 318-357-2492.

Natchitoches Parish Rodeo
2025-09-19 17:30 - 2025-09-20 21:00 | Natchitoches Fair Grounds, 454 Fairgrounds Rd, Natchitohes, LA, 71457, United States

Buckingham Nicks Re-Release Party
2025-09-19 18:00 - 20:00
Join us Sep. 19 from 6–8 PM at Taylor Park, St. Denis for live performances by Ghostridge, Zach George, JP Verse, Trevor Chalker & more! Celebrate this iconic album with Fleetwood Mac favorites and originals. Presented by NOMS & Laughing Sam’s.

Meat Pie Festival
2025-09-19 18:00 - 2025-09-20 22:30 | Downtown Natchitoches, 780 Front St., Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States

Kiwanis 5k Color Run & Pancake Fest
2025-09-20 07:30 - 11:00
The Kiwanis Club of Natchitoches is hosting its 9th annual Kiwanis 5K Color Run and Pancake Festival. The event will take place at Northwestern State University’s Collin’s Pavilion on September 20th, 2025.At 8 am, 1-mile fun run begins with the overall top 3 getting a placement medal.At 8:45 am, the 5K Color Run kicks off and along the route, there will be volunteers throwing color at those who want to participate. Overall top 3 race winners will receive a placement medal as well as each top 3 in the age groups: 12 & under / 13-15 / 16-19 / 20-29 / 30-34 / 35-39 / 40-44 / 45-49 / 50-54 / 55-59 / 60-69 / 70+A full pancake breakfast will be available from 7 am to 11 am. The pancakes will be FREE to all guests. Yep, we said FREE PANCAKES! The breakfast itself will include delicious pancakes, sausage, and your choice of beverage (milk, coffee, apple juice or orange juice).A free Kids Zone will be setup with face painting and bounce houses.This event is the primary fundraiser for the Kiwanis Club of Natchitoches, supporting its service budget. Project examples are Terrific Kids program, K-Kids clubs at area elementary schools, Builders Clubs at area middle schools, dry cleaning for school uniforms and coat donation drives, literacy projects, and more.

ArkLaTexOma (ALTO) Fly Tyers 2nd Annual Fly Tying Event
2025-09-20 08:00 - 16:00 | First Baptist Church, 508 Second Street, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Join us for the ArkLaTexOma (ALTO) Fly Tyers 2nd Annual Fly Tying Event on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the First Baptist Church of Natchitoches Gym. Doors open at 7 am, with activities running from 8 am to 4 pm. Enjoy free admission, complimentary coffee and donuts, and the chance to learn fly tying and casting from experienced instructors. All are welcome—come be part of this special day of community and craft.

Trivia at Flying Heart
2025-09-22 18:30 - 20:00 | Flying Heart Brewing & Pub, 108 Mill Street, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Trivia is BACK! Join us September 22nd at 6:30 PM and flex those brain muscles for a chance at some great prizes. We can’t wait to see you then!

"Adoration of Mother Nature and the Ascending Strength of the Earth"
2025-09-23 19:30 - 21:00 | Magele Recital Hall, 143 Central Ave, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
Our opening concert will feature a world premiere of American composer, Dosia McKay’s “Earthrise” (2022). Also on the program, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6, the Pastoral Symphony, expressing his profound love of nature, and Telemann’s trip down the Elbe River through Hamburg, Germany with his “Water Music.”

NNSS Concert
2025-09-23 19:30 - 21:00 | Magele Recital Hall, 143 Central Ave, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States

Natchitoches Parish Fair
2025-09-24 - 2025-09-27 | Natchitoches Fair Grounds, 454 Fairgrounds Rd, Natchitohes, LA, 71457, United States

Sondheim on Sondheim
2025-09-24 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-09-25 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-09-26 19:30 - 21:00 | A.A Fredricks Auditorium, 150 Central Ave, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States

Playing in the Mud
2025-09-25 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Northwestern State University, 175 Sam Sibley Dr.
A beginning ceramics class, “Playing in the Mud,” will be offered through Northwestern State University’s Office of Electronic Learning and Global Education starting Sept. 25. The class will be held on Thursday from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. through Oct. 30 in Room 113 of the Fine Arts Annex. The class was originally scheduled to start on Sept. 11.
The fee is $150 plus a $20 material fee paid directly to the instructor on the first night of class. Enrollment in the class is limited.
This course is an introduction to working with clay. The student will learn hand-building and sculptural techniques, as well as work on the potter’s wheel. There will also be room for intermediate and advanced students to take the class who want to use the facilities during class time. Those taking the class should wear clothes that can get dirty.
For more information or to register for classes, go to checkout.nsula.edu or call (800) 376-2422 or (318) 357-6355. Stay up to date with course offerings by following NSU Electronic Learning and Global Education on Facebook at facebook.com/NSULA.ece.

Cori Richardson's Eduational Seminar
2025-09-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Natchitoches Parish Library, 450 Second St., Natchitoches, La, 71457
Class begins at 10:00 am and concludes at 11:00 am.
Located on the 3rd floor of the Natchitoches Parish Library – 450 2nd St. Natchitoches.
Discover everything you need to know about this important healthcare program. Whether you’re new to Medicare or looking to make changes, our experts will guide you through the process.
All Seminars, we cover the following info:
-Medicare 101 – A, B, C, & D
-Medicare Supplement VS. Medicare Advantage – Part C
-Enrollment Periods,
-Group Insurance, Penalties, and all the other things.
Discover everything you need to know about this important healthcare program. Whether you’re new to Medicare or looking to make changes, our experts will guide you through the process.
Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to learn and ask questions.
If you cannot make one of these sessions, please call to setup an individual meeting at a more convenient time for you. For accommodation of persons with special needs at meetings call 318-237-8667.

Beneath The Bayou Moon
2025-09-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Natchitoches Picnic Company
Join us for Chef Brad Haigler’s second in a series of three hands-on Cajun Italian fusion cooking classes.
Class 2 of 3: Bruschetta & Bayou
Starter — Cajun Stuffed Sweet Peppers
Soup — Andouille Minestrone
Entrée – Cajun Eggplant Rollatini with Angel Hair Pasta and Arrabbiata Sauce
Dessert — Bananas Foster Panna Cotta
This event will feature hands-on cooking skills (if you are inclined to participate), or just sit back and enjoy the evening while you take in the inspiring class, great food, and good company. All ingredients and supplies are included, courses served after each is prepared with wine pairings to compliment each dish, plus take home recipes, and 20% OFF NPC shopping on day of your event.
Class Price: $75.00 per person or $145 for 2! (this class is for guests 21 and over)*

Youth Fishing Derby
2025-09-27 08:00 - 12:00 | Natchitoches Fish Hatchery, 615 South Drive, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
The Natchitoches National Fish Hatchery will host a free Youth Fishing Derby on Saturday, September 27, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Families are invited to enjoy a morning of fishing, hands-on activities, and live animal exhibits. Participants should bring their own fishing gear, though a limited number of rods will be available. Prizes and giveaways will be offered while supplies last.
For more information, contact brett_hortman@fws.gov or call 318-352-5324.

Youth Fishing Derby
2025-09-27 08:00 - 12:00 | Natchitoches Fish Hatchery, 615 South Drive, Natchitoches, LA, 71457, United States
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Park Service and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, will host a free Youth Fishing Derby at Natchitoches National Fish Hatchery in celebration of National Public Lands Day. Young anglers will have the opportunity to catch channel catfish from one of the hatchery’s stocked ponds. Youth are encouraged to bring their own fishing gear; however, a limited number of rods will be available for use on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information call 318-352-5324. 8:00 a.m.- noon
