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've 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 Cindy Johnson, cjohnson@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.
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Events
The City of Lake Charles hosts the annual Red White Blue & You Celebration on July 4. Previous years have included a parade in downtown Lake Charles, a festival celebration at the Lake
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Check out the best live horse racing in the region, or watch a simulcast from another track. Whatever option you choose, Delta Downs offers ample seating in grandstands and a
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In light of projected inclement weather, it has been decided to cancel the Avenue of Flags, due to risk of damage to the donated flags. The next Avenue of Flags
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School Performances Nov 15, 2018 – 9:00 am Nov 16, 2018 – 9:00 am Public Performance Nov 17, 2018 – 2:00 pm & 7:00
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Jumpstart your Christmas spirit at the Junior League of Lake Charles’ annual Mistletoe & Moss Holiday Market, which will be held Thursday, November 15th through Saturday, November 17th,
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Los Lobos (Spanish for "the Wolves") are an American rock band from East Los Angeles. Their music is influenced by rock and roll, Tex-Mex, country, zydeco, folk, R&B,
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Kris Kristofferson is an American singer-songwriter, musician, and actor. He wrote and recorded the songs "Me and Bobby McGee", "For the Good Times", "Sunday Mornin'
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McNeese Cowboys vs. Lamar - Time 3:00 PM at Cowboy Stadium
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Frank Caliendo is an American comedian and impressionist, best known for his work on the Fox Network television series MADtv, and as the in-house prognosticator for Fox NFL
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American singer/songwriter, Bret Michaels, has sold over 35 million records worldwide, is a reality TV superstar with some of the highest rated reality shows in history as well as a lifelong
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Holiday House Nov. 29-Dec. 1, Brimstone Museum Complex, Sulphur . The Preview Party on Nov. 29 will be this year’s premier event of
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A Magical Cirque Christmas Nov. 30 at 8:30pm, Golden Nugget Lake Charles . A holiday entertainment blockbuster set to dazzle audiences of all ages.
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Christmas Under The Oaks Festival Nov. 30-Dec. 1, Heritage Square, Sulphur . There is plenty to put you in the holiday
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