It’s pumpkin-flavored everything season and Halloween is just around the corner. Along with the crisp air and welcomed layers, it’s the perfect time to get out with the family and enjoy the bounty of Fall. Whether you and your kids enjoy being spooked, or just love candy, Southwest Louisiana has…
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Whether you want to play outdoors or in, hit a fall festival or enjoy a memorable meal, Lake Charles offers a full slate of family fun. Outdoor Parks & Playgrounds Ready to run and jump, swing and skate, play and putt? Lake Charles is calling you for a great family getaway this fall. Taking a…
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Fall is coming for us, which means two things: relief from the summer heat (hopefully) and football! Whether your cheering for Local State University or Hometown Tech, personally we prefer our McNeese Cowboys, tailgating and other gatherings are sure to ensue no matter where you are. So why not…
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The Korn Ferry Tour has announced a partnership with the Lake Charles/SWLA Convention and Visitors Bureau to bring a new tournament to the Tour’s annual schedule starting in 2020. The Lake Charles Championship will debut at The Country Club at the Golden Nugget in Lake Charles, Louisiana, the week…
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Father’s Day is coming up – you didn’t forget that, right? As a dad, I have an inside scoop on things that other fathers might appreciate this weekend. For the outdoorsy dad From the secluded rivers and trails of Sam Houston Jones State Park to unparalleled paths of the Creole Nature Trail, take…
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While the Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4 th , 1776, celebrations really began in earnest in the 1800s. According to an American Press news article from June 26, 1903, Lake Charles had big plans with a mock battle taking place. The celebration also featured a parade in which many of…
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When traveling, it’s often difficult to stick to your normal exercise routine. Lake Charles has an event for that! June 21 is International Yoga Day. Joining cities across the globe, we’ll celebrate with Summer Solstice Yoga in the Park. This free community event will be held from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m…
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Downtown at Sundown One of my favorite memories as an event planner took place in 2010 when I was working for the Arts Council of SWLA under Matt Young. It was May, hot (well, hotter than normal), and our staff had just completed the first week of staging the four-week outdoor concert series…
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Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana has so much to offer AND plenty of fun activities/experiences that will cost you NOTHING! Even better, right? 1. Free Concert Series Lake Charles offers several free concert series throughout the year, so cut loose and enjoy the music! Live at the Lakefront, Groovin’…
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Mardi Gras is just around the corner! On Tuesday, March 5, the city of Lake Charles and surrounding areas will observe the Mardi Gras Holiday. Several events and parades will lead up to that day. The following is an overview of activities planned for the holiday weekend: Mardi Gras Schedule: ( Click…
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