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The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: May 21
05/21/2013
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: May 7
05/07/2013
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: April 23
04/23/2013
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: April 9
04/09/2013
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: March 26
03/26/2013
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: March 12
03/12/2013
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: February 26
02/26/2013
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: February 12
02/13/2013
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: January 29
01/29/2013
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: January 15
01/15/2013
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: January 2
01/02/2013
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: December 18
12/18/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: December 4
12/04/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: November 20
11/20/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: November 6
11/06/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
SWLA Arts & Cultural Symposium
11/01/2012
SWLA ARTS AND CULTURAL SYMPOSIUM – Developing Cultural Economies within Communities
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: October 23
10/23/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: October 9
10/09/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
Spirit of Halloween
10/05/2012
Learn about about Southwest Louisiana's Halloween events and attractions!
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: September 25
09/25/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: September 11
09/11/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
Win/Lose... Have Fun!
08/28/2012
It’s that time of year again. Fire up the grills, it's tailgating time!
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: August 28
08/28/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
Seashells by the Seashore
08/15/2012
If your interest is shelling or if you have kids that love to comb beaches for treasures, you’re in luck!
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: August 14
08/14/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Tony Lee, tlee@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: July 31
07/31/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for "The Game Plan," contact Angie Manning, amanning@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: July 17
07/17/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for "The Game Plan," contact Jeanney Wharton, jwharton@visitlakecharles.org.
25th Annual Cajun Music & Food Festival
07/13/2012
Have you been looking for a feast for your mouth and your ears? Well, you won’t have to wait long because the 25th Annual Cajun Music and Food Festival is just around the corner!
Wounded Warrior Cajun Cook-Off
07/09/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for "The Game Plan," contact Jeanney Wharton, jwharton@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: July 5
07/05/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for "The Game Plan," contact Jeanney Wharton, jwharton@visitlakecharles.org.
Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana CVB Named Member of the Year
06/27/2012
The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau was recently named as the Member of the Year by the National Association of Sports Commissions (NASC) at their 2012 conference held in Hartford, Conn.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: June 19
06/19/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Beth Bagley, bbagley@visitlakecharles.org.
Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Tournament
06/06/2012
The Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team (WWAST), a nationally recognized team comprised of amputee active duty military personnel and veterans, will play against Olympic Gold medalist Jennie Finch-Daigle and a team of all-stars July 13-14 in the "Battle on the Bayou" softball tournament.
Summer Cajun Festivals
06/06/2012
Get ready to pass a good time at our authentic Cajun Festivals filled with great music, food and culture!
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: June 5
06/05/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Beth Bagley, bbagley@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: May 22
05/22/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Beth Bagley, bbagley@visitlakecharles.org.
TONIGHT: Louisiana Public Broadcasting Presents—Louisiana: 200 Years of Statehood
05/17/2012
As part of the state’s Bicentennial celebration, Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB) will present a free screening for Louisiana: 200 Years of Statehood tonight.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: May 8
05/08/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Beth Bagley, bbagley@visitlakecharles.org.
Hook, Line and Sinker
05/02/2012
Would you rather be fishing? If the answer is “yes,” then you need to come to Southwest Louisiana/Lake Charles and get hooked on the nearby legendary abundant wetlands.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: April 24
04/24/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area. To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Beth Bagley, bbagley@visitlakecharles.org.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: April 10
04/10/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area! To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Beth Bagley, bbagley@visitlakecharles.org.
Free Social Media Seminar!
04/03/2012
Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau Presents: Get Social! A FREE social media, interactive seminar for partners in tourism. April 11 in the Contraband Room of the Lake Charles Civic Center.
Contraband Days, Louisiana Pirate Festival: May 1-13
04/02/2012
Back for its 55th year and better than ever, pirate festival lovers will be saying “Shiver me timbers!” at the new look of the festival.
Louisiana Railroad Days, Featuring Country Music Star, Mark Chesnutt! April 12-14
03/30/2012
The Louisiana Railroad Days has been chosen as a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society for the second quarter of 2012. This award is a coveted honor among 12 member states. For a complete schedule of events and more information, visit www.larailroaddaysfestival.com.
The Game Plan for Southwest Louisiana: March 27
03/27/2012
The Game Plan e-newsletter is the best way to keep up to date with events happening in the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana area! To submit information for “The Game Plan,” contact Beth Bagley, bbagley@visitlakecharles.org.
Bicentennial Celebrations
03/23/2012
2012 marks the 200th Anniversary of Louisiana’s Statehood, and as the state gears up to celebrate, Southwest Louisiana is joining in by hosting several events where locals and visitors can celebrate the rich art, music and culture that make Louisiana so unique.
Spring is in the Air
03/16/2012
As we spring forward and the days get longer and warmer, take a break from hustle and bustle of day-to-day life and head outdoors from some fresh air along the Creole Nature Trail All-American Road.
Palm Sunday Tour of Homes, March 31-April 1
03/16/2012
Lake Charles’s original streetcar subdivision, Margaret Place, is celebrating its one hundredth anniversary in 2012.
Iowa Rabbit Festival, March15-17
03/07/2012
Celebrating the economic and culinary impact rabbits have in Southwest Louisiana, the annual Iowa Rabbit Festival is a one-of-a-kind event.
Spring Art Walk, April 13
03/07/2012
Get your fill of local art at the annual Spring Art Walk and Art Battle! The Arts & Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana will present a comprehensive experience of our downtown art scene as cafés, bars, restaurants, and buildings are transformed into art galleries for the evening of April 13th.
McNeese State Banners Series: February 26- May 12
01/17/2012
Every spring, McNeese State University washes away the winter blues with the annual Banners Series. Featuring regional, national and international performers ranging from lecturers and gallery exhibits to musical and dance performers, this year’s series offers something for the whole family.
Throw Me Something Mister! Southwest Louisiana Mardi Gras Weekend, Feb. 17-21
12/28/2011
Being the “catch” of the town has a whole new meaning from Jan. 6-Feb. 21, as Southwest Louisiana hosts the second largest Mardi Gras in Louisiana.
Ecotourism: Pintail Wildlife Drive Boardwalk
12/07/2011
The Pintail Wildlife Drive Boardwalk, which gives you a view down into the marshlands and prairie of Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge, is officially open.
Home for the Holidays: Southwest Louisiana Christmas Lighting Festival
11/04/2011
Whether you’re a visitor or a local everyone will feel right at home with our annual Southwest Louisiana Christmas Lighting Festival. With events throughout November and December, celebrate the magic of the season with our parades, markets, holiday homes, concerts and of course St. Nick.
Fall in Love with Our Fall Festivals
09/13/2011
Although summer is coming to a close, there’s still plenty to do in Southwest Louisiana. Don’t miss these fall favorites or check out www.visitlakecharles.com for more festivals, concerts and events happening this fall!
Chicago Bandits win Championship Series
08/26/2011
The National Pro Fastpitch Championship Series played its second consecutive year at McMurry Park in Sulphur. ESPN2 was in attendance to cover the championship game live marking the second broadcast this year for the women's only professional softball league in the nation.
Tournament of the Stars Ready to Slam Dunk for Scholars
07/18/2011
The 17th Annual Tournament of the Stars Pro Am Basketball Classic begins Friday, August 12 at 7 p.m. at Barbe High School.
Summer’s in Full Swing with the National Pro Fastpitch Championship Series
06/17/2011
The National Pro Fastpitch Championship Series heads to the lake area August 17-21. Professional athletes will hit the diamond at Sulphur’s McMurry Park.
Outdoor Adventures Near Lake Charles!
06/07/2011
The Creole Nature Trail has launched a smartphone app and a handheld GPS RangerTM for visitors to experience Louisiana's outback like never before!
Cast Away - Fishin' Time!
06/07/2011
With a warm climate, we are lucky to have year-round fishing and outdoor activities here in Southwest Louisiana. With a combination of marshland, freshwater, saltwater, a white sand inland beach as well as easy access to Gulf beaches, you'll have no problems finding that perfect fishing spot.
Sizzlin' Summer With Casino Entertainment
06/07/2011
It's always a great time to visit Southwest Louisiana and this summer is no exception. Check out some of music's biggest stars, cool off by the pool, stay inside and relax at the spa, play a round of golf or dine at one of our local favorites. Catch all the action this summer at one of our area casinos. We bet you won't regret it!
Spice Up Your Summer with Cajun Food & Music Festivals!
06/07/2011
Don't miss these festivals that are sure to spice up your summer with great food and music!
Great Entertainment at Contraband Days Pirate Festival
04/15/2011
The Spin Doctors, Tracy Lawrence, Jars of Clay are big names to be at the Contraband Days Pirate Festival April 26-May 8.
Hop, Skip, and Jump for the Iowa Rabbit Festival
03/11/2011
Get your fill of everything rabbit! From rabbit gumbo and rabbit jambalaya to Miss Bunny!
August 28 Casino Events in Lake Charles
08/19/2010
August 28 is a big day for casinos in Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana! It's also a great time to squeeze in some last hoorah entertainment before the summer comes to an official close. Catch headliners, relax in a pool, enjoy dining options, hit a round of golf or soak in some spa treatments!
National Professional Fastpitch Championship Series, August 25-29
08/06/2010
Get your Tickets to See Jennie Finch's Final Games. National Professional Fastpitch Championship Series, August 25-29, in Sulphur, LA, near Lake Charles!
By land or sea, Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana is the place to be!
03/29/2010
Take a journey back in time...in the car of a train!
Casino Entertainment in Lake Charles, LA
03/17/2010
Contraband Days Pirate Festival!
03/17/2010
Ecotourism-Creole Nature Trail
03/10/2010
Arts and Performances for Lake Charles, LA
03/10/2010
Lake Charles' Boudin and Mardi Gras!
12/16/2009
Experience Lake Charles' Mardi Gras!
12/16/2009
Partner Appreciation Event
11/02/2009
Save the Date!
08/20/2009
2009 LSAE Bootcamp
08/05/2009
Hunt and Fish
07/22/2009
Gaming Entertainment in Lake Charles
05/21/2009
Culinary Delights in Southwest Louisiana
09/23/2008
Southwest Louisiana is Open for Business
09/04/2008
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