Melissa Etheridge: I’m Not Broken Tour
Melissa Etheridge stormed onto the American rock scene in 1988 with the release of her critically acclaimed self-titled debut…
This is Home Fest
The 4th annual This is Home Fest will be Saturday, April 20, 2024. Festival Mission The Mission of This is Home Fest is to enhance…
Downtown at Sundown Concert Series
- 1911 Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center
- Recurring weekly on Friday
The 26th Downtown at Sundown Concert series kicks off this May. The concerts are free and open to the public. They will take place…
Juneteenth Freedom Festival
- Lake Charles Event Center
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Join Southwest Louisiana June 14-16 & 19, 2024, for four days of festivities centered around celebrating the history of…
Red, White, Blue and You! 4th of July Celebration
- Lake Charles Event Center
- Recurring every July 4th
The City of Lake Charles is proud to announce the return of its annual Red, White, Blue & You Celebration on Tuesday, July 4…
Cajun Music and Food Festival
The Cajun Music and Food festival returns for the 37th year on July 20, 2024. The indoor festival is held at the Burton Complex in…
Marshland Festival
- Lake Charles Event Center
- Recurring daily
The 2024 Marshland Festival returns July 26th & 27th at the Lake Charles Event Center, which guarantees an inside and…
Louisiana Food & Wine Festival
- Recurring daily
The Louisiana Food & Wine Festival takes place September 19-22, 2024 in Lake Charles, with all-inclusive food and drink…
Cal Cam Fair
- West Cal Arena & Events Center
- Recurring daily
The Cal Cam Fair will be celebrating our 102nd Anniversary this October! Experience the Cal Cam pageant on Thursday October 3rd…
Chuck Fest
Chuck Fest will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2024, in Downtown Lake Charles and will feature a full lineup of everything…
How to Catch a Crab
Have you ever wondered how to catch a crab on your own? Crabbing as it is referred to is a fairly simple process that…
The Joy of Travel
There are countless ways to find joy in Southwest Louisiana through Lake Charles' vast array of experiences like music…
Chefs to Watch
The Inspiring Chefs series highlights the diverse culinary scene in Southwest Louisiana by spotlighting local chefs and…
Explore the Creole Nature Trail
Embark on an unforgettable journey with VLC-TV as we explore the breathtaking Creole Nature Trail in Southwest…
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24 Things To Do in 2024 in Southwest Louisiana
Gear up for an unforgettable 2024 in Louisiana's Playground! We're rolling out the red carpet for renowned entertainers like soul…
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Explore Natural Wonders Along the Creole Nature Trail
The feeling of reconnecting with nature is calming and cleansing to the soul. The smell of the flowers, the sight of the variegated colors of…
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Coming Soon to Southwest Louisiana
Crying Eagle Lakefront & Port Wonder Lake Charles is on the move with new developments…
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