Special Alert
Special Alert
Film
In Lake Charles, our focus is on your production. From Gulf beaches to alligator filled marshlands, to colorful personalities, we're got you covered. With delicious Cajun cuisine and fresh Louisiana seafood, you won't want to leave! You haven't truly shot Louisiana until you've been to Lake Charles.
Check out our film scouting gallery
Call the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Film Commission for assistance:
- Film-friendly Hotels and Bed & Breakfasts
- Restaurants and Craft Services suggestions
- Equipment rentals
- Spas and Casino Resorts
- Permits
- *2,000 sq. ft. of office space for a major film production based in Calcasieu Parish
- Attractive statewide incentives
- Location photos
- Crew and Talent
For more information about filming in Southwest Louisiana, contact Will Precht, wprecht@visitlakecharles.org or call 800-456-7952.
*Pending approval by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury and based on availability at the time of the request.
Film Gallery
Events
3 Doors Down was formed in the small Mississippi town in the mid-1990s. 3 Doors Down has had six #1 singles - "Kryptonite," "Duck & Run," "Loser," "Be Like That," "When I'm Gone" and "Here
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A world of brass bands, rock and roll, pop radio, country, hip-hop and reggae all rolled into one big, beautiful band of color. In the great tradition of stunning acts, Bag of Donuts has to be
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The Firecracker Derby will be held at Delta Downs Racetrack and Casino Hotel, June 30, 2017. For more information
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Diana Ross is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and record producer. Born and raised in Detroit, she rose to fame as the lead singer of the vocal group The Supremes, which, during the
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The Firecracker Futurity will be held at Delta Downs Racetrack and Casino Hotel, July 1, 2017. For more information
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Join us at FreedomFest 2017 on July 1st. Grammy award-winning Country Music Sensation Maren Morris will headline the event with Special Guest Brooke Eden. FreedomFest will also
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Sheryl Crow is an American singer-songwriter and actress. Her music incorporates elements of pop, rock, folk, country and blues. She has released eight studio albums, two compilations, and a
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The City of Lake Charles is making plans for the annual Red White Blue & You Celebration on Tuesday, July 4th. Entry forms are now being accepted for parade units including floats,
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Golden Nugget Lake Charles today announces its six-week concert series begins Friday, July 7 at its new, outdoor H2O Pool + Bar Concert Venue. Every Friday night, guests can enjoy live music
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Dennis Miller is an American stand-up comedian, talk show host, political commentator, sports commentator, actor, and television and radio personality. He rose to fame as a cast member of
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Louisiana Showcase Night will be held at Delta Downs Racetrack and Casino Hotel, July 8, 2017! Come on out and
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Join us in Heritage Swuare for a free showing of The Jungle Book! Bring a picnic and get there early to get a good spot. All Movies in the Square begin at sunset. In the event of rain or high
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