American Cemetery Walking Tour

American Cemetery 201 Second St., Natchitoches, LA, United States

The purpose of this tour is to familiarize visitors with some of the notable people from the area buried in the American Cemetery, the oldest cemetery in Natchitoches. Over the years, planters, businessman, politicians, and educators have all made their mark on Natchitoches and the surrounding area. The markers in the cemetery tell stories of […]

Christmas in the Park

From strolling the woods twinkling with light displays to sitting next to a fire-pit and making s’mores discover what makes Dark Woods® Christmas an environment that is filled with love, family, and a true Christmas spirit that truly in the heart of Natchitoches Parish. From interactive fun for kids to uplifting holiday music, nightly entertainment […]

Live Music on the Riverbank ft. Jenny & Kelli

Natchitoches Downtown Riverbank 780 Front Street, Natchitoches, LA, United States

Celebrate 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 show choreographed to holiday music over Cane River Lake. ​https://www.natchitocheschristmas.com/schedule

NSU Christmas Gala

A.A. Fredericks Auditorium 150 Central Ave, Natchitoches, LA, United States

Celebrate 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 show choreographed to holiday music over Cane River Lake. ​https://www.natchitocheschristmas.com/schedule

NSU Christmas Gala

A.A. Fredericks Auditorium 150 Central Ave, Natchitoches, LA, United States

Celebrate 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 show choreographed to holiday music over Cane River Lake. ​https://www.natchitocheschristmas.com/schedule

98th Annual Natchitoches Christmas Festival of Lights

Downtown Natchitoches 780 Front St., Natchitoches, LA, United States

Celebrate 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 show choreographed to holiday music over Cane River Lake. ​https://www.natchitocheschristmas.com/schedule

Mistletoe Market

City Bank Parking Lot 146 St. Denis Street, Natchitoches, La

Celebrate 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 show choreographed to holiday music over Cane River Lake. ​https://www.natchitocheschristmas.com/schedule

The American Revolution Experience Traveling Exhibition on Tour

National Center for Preservation Technology & Training 645 University Parkway, Natchitoches, La

The Cane River Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution and the American Battlefield Trust are excited to feature the American Revolution Experience at the National Center for Preservation Technology & Training from November 18 - December 7, 2024. The innovative pop-up exhibition includes display panels and interactive digital kiosks that use storytelling, illustration, technology and unique […]

Festival of Lights Parade

Natchitoches Downtown Historic District 780 Front Street, Natchitoches, LA, United States

Celebrate 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 show choreographed to holiday music over Cane River Lake. ​https://www.natchitocheschristmas.com/schedule

Live Music on the Riverbank ft. The Cartoons

Natchitoches Downtown Riverbank 780 Front Street, Natchitoches, LA, United States

Celebrate 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 show choreographed to holiday music over Cane River Lake. ​https://www.natchitocheschristmas.com/schedule

Live Music on the Riverbank ft. Nashville South

Natchitoches Downtown Riverbank 780 Front Street, Natchitoches, LA, United States

Celebrate 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 show choreographed to holiday music over Cane River Lake. ​https://www.natchitocheschristmas.com/schedule

Fireworks on Cane River Lake

Natchitoches Downtown Riverbank 780 Front Street, Natchitoches, LA, United States

Celebrate 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 show choreographed to holiday music over Cane River Lake. ​https://www.natchitocheschristmas.com/schedule

LSMA Holiday Concerts ft. The Mixed Instrumental Ensemble Chorale

Louisiana School for Math,Science, and the Arts 715 University Pkwy, Natchitoches, LA, United States

LSMSA’s Mixed Instrumental Ensemble and Chorale will present free, open-to-the-public holiday concerts on Dec. 8 & 9. The concert on Sunday, Dec. 8 will be held at 4 p.m. and the concert on Monday, Dec. 9 will be held at 6:30 p.m. The entrance to the CPT is located at the southwestern corner of the […]

LSMSA Holiday Concert ft. The Mixed Instrumental Ensemble Chorale

Louisiana School for Math,Science, and the Arts 715 University Pkwy, Natchitoches, LA, United States

LSMSA’s Mixed Instrumental Ensemble and Chorale will present free, open-to-the-public holiday concerts on Dec. 8 & 9. The concert on Sunday, Dec. 8 will be held at 4 p.m. and the concert on Monday, Dec. 9 will be held at 6:30 p.m. The entrance to the CPT is located at the southwestern corner of the […]

NSU Makers’ Faire

Orville Hanchey Art Gallery 140 Central Ave, Natchitoches, LA, United States

Northwestern State University's Department of Fine and Graphic Art will host the annual Makers' Faire Dec. 10-13 in the downstairs Orville Hanchey Gallery in the New Fine Arts building. The popular annual market features items handmade by NSU students, faculty and community members, including paintings, pottery, sculpture, crafts, paper art and gift items for shoppers […]

Chamber Choir to perform service of ‘Lessons and Carols’

145 Church St., Natchitoches, LA, 71457 145 Church Street, Natchitoches, LA, United States

The Northwestern State University Chamber Choir will present a candlelight service of “Lessons and Carols” Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 7:30 p.m. at the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception at 145 Church St. in Natchitoches. Admission is free and open to the public. Dr. Shane Thomas will conduct the Chamber Choir. This is the 34th […]

Christmas Through the Eyes of the Enslaved

Magnolia Plantation 5549 Hwy. 119, Derry, LA, United States

Remember the enslaved people of Magnolia Plantation through a memorial illumination and learn how the enslaved experienced the holidys. Magnolia Plantation

Christmas in the Park

From strolling the woods twinkling with light displays to sitting next to a fire-pit and making s’mores discover what makes Dark Woods® Christmas an environment that is filled with love, family, and a true Christmas spirit that truly in the heart of Natchitoches Parish. From interactive fun for kids to uplifting holiday music, nightly entertainment […]