Holiday Trail of Lights

09/01/2025

‘Tis the season for cuddling up and watching your favorite movies with loved ones. Did you know a number of major motion pictures were filmed right here in Webster Parish? 📽

Dubbed “Hollywood South,” our area of the state has been the backdrop of many box-office hits, TV series, commercials, and other film projects.

Follow the map and scan the QR Code on each site sign to view the scene filmed at each Minden location. Download the trail map today ➡️ https://bit.ly/47iJYaQ

03/01/2025

We hope you all had a wonderful holiday season! We can't wait to see you on the trail next year in Discover Monroe-West Monroe!🎄✨

31/12/2024

Welcome 2025!



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🎉✨ The countdown is on… it’s almost PARTY TIME at LUMIERE! ✨🎉

Get ready for an evening of fun, laughter, and delicious treats! 🍿🍭 Enjoy popcorn, cotton candy, and so much more as we come together to make unforgettable memories.

🎆 And the highlight of the night? A spectacular FIREWORKS SHOW! 🎇 Don’t miss the magic lighting up the sky!

We can’t wait to see YOU and your family there! 🥳 Let’s light up the night at LUMIERE! 🌟

📅 Don’t miss it!

30/12/2024

There’s still time to see the beautiful lights along the Natchitoches, Louisiana riverfront!

The lighted set pieces will be on display through January 6th.

Visit NatchitochesChristmas.com for more details and to start planning for next year’s festival.

‼️NO FIREWORKS NEW YEAR’S EVE‼️


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‼️REMINDER‼️ 👉 Final fireworks of the season were Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024—there are no further plans for fireworks this season—riverfront is open to the public and lighted displays come on dusk-to-midnight daily through Jan. 6, 2025. Various food vendors will be available on the riverfront until Jan. 6. No further stage events scheduled.

27/12/2024

Not ready for the holidays to be over yet? Well Discover Monroe-West Monroe has you covered! You can still visit Candy Cane Lane Drive Thru Christmas Light Park through January 4th from 6:00-10:00PM.🎄🎅🌟

26/12/2024

The hustle and bustle of the holidays calls for some quiet time outdoors. 🌲🚲 Hit the mountain bike trails for some much-needed fresh air and solitude during this busy season.
https://www.visitwebster.net/happy-trails-mountain-biking-in-webster-parish/

23/12/2024

Light Up the Night this Saturday (Dec. 28th) Night in Natchitoches, Louisiana with our Drone Show & Fireworks!

Last opportunity this season to see our spectacular Natchitoches Christmas Festival of Lights fireworks display is this weekend! Join us for a day filled with holiday cheer, live music, a spectacular drone show, and (of course) incredible fireworks.

Saturday’s (Dec. 28) Lineup (FREE ADMISSION):
- 10am-6pm: Holiday Kids Fest (requires individual ride tickets)
- 7pm: Drone Show & Fireworks over Cane River Lake
- 3:30–8:30pm: Live Music with Cane River Soul and Becky & The Shuffle Kings

Don’t miss your last chance to experience the magic of the season!

21/12/2024

The last chance to experience Ruston's artificial ice staking at Ruston Sports Complex is today and Dec 28th! While your in town, be sure to stop by your favorite Ruston boutique to pick up your last minute gifts🎁
⛸️Ice skating is FREE and skates are provided⛸️
📍Ruston Sports Complex
🕐 12PM-5PM

Experience Ruston

20/12/2024

Check out these Christmas events happening this weekend in Discover Monroe-West Monroe✨🎅

🗺️ Through Jan. 5 - Annual Candy Cane Lane Hunt
🎅 Through Dec. 24 - Photos with Santa
✨ Through Dec. 28 - Christmas at the Biedenharn
🤩 Dec. 20 & 21 - Holiday Wagon Rides
🍿 Dec. 20 - Holiday Outdoor Movie
🎄 Dec. 20-22 - NELA Christmas Celebration
🍳 Dec. 21 - Breakfast with Santa at Surge
🍪 Dec. 21 - Kids’ Christmas Cookie Decorating
🎶 Dec. 21 - Holiday Disco at Santa’s Christmas Village
🎼 Dec. 22 - Christmas Concert & Hymn Sing
AND MORE! Visit christmasontheriver.org for more information.

19/12/2024

Still have some Christmas shopping to do? 🛍🎅🎄 Make your way to downtown Minden to pick the perfect gifts from locally owned shops.

Whatever you’re on the hunt for—timeless antiques, chic boutique finds, sports collectibles, stunning jewelry, or something else entirely—you’ll find it all right here!
https://www.visitwebster.net/play/

16/12/2024

Festival Fun Continues This Saturday—Dec. 21—in Natchitoches, Louisiana!

The holiday fun continues with more events at the Natchitoches Christmas Festival of Lights, including the Drone Show, Fireworks, and the Christmas Tour of Homes!

Saturday’s Lineup:
- 10am-9pm: Holiday Kids Fest $
- 9am-4pm: Christmas Tour of Homes
- 7pm: Drone Show and Fireworks
- 3:30–8:30pm: Live Music with Louisiana Sidemen and Uncle Paul & Bayou Blue

Get your Festival tickets at NatchitochesChristmas.com and the Tour of Homes tickets at NHFLA.com

13/12/2024

The holidays are aglow in Discover Monroe-West Monroe! Don't miss the twinkling light displays around Ouachita Parish this Christmas season.🤩🌟

View Lights Across Ouachita Parish here: https://bit.ly/3UDvjzX

10/12/2024

Open nightly now until Christmas Day in Stonewall LA. Visit https://discoverdesoto.com/events/

09/12/2024

Lighted Boat Parade This Weekend in Natchitoches, Louisiana!

The Lighted Boat Parade is Saturday, Dec. 14 at 5pm, bringing a spectacular show on the Cane River Lake! Join us for a festive evening with music, fireworks, drone show, and more.

Saturday’s Lineup:
- 10am-4pm: Cookies with Santa $
- 10am-9pm: Holiday Kids Fest $
- 5pm: Lighted Boat Parade
- 7pm: Drone Show and Fireworks
- 3:30–8:30pm: Live Music with Coteau Grove and Mike McKenzie Band

Get your tickets at NatchitochesChristmas.com and join in the holiday fun!

08/12/2024

Tis the season for shopping in Shreveport-Bossier! 🛍️ Explore major brand name stores, local boutiques, and don’t miss the charm of downtown shopping.

Support local businesses this holiday season and find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. Make shopping plans here: https://www.visitshreveportbossier.org/things-to-do/shopping/

07/12/2024

Get ready for a week packed with holiday cheer in !✨
Here's a quick look at some of the festivities happening THIS WEEK in Ruston, LA:
🎄Lincoln Lights Up the Pines, Dec 12-14🎄 Grab your friends and family and drive through 3 miles of holiday displays and Christmas lights🚗
❄Grambling Christmas Parade, Dec 14❄ Experience a festive spectacle filled with floats and fun at City of Grambling🎉
🎶A Christmas Blues Spectacular, Dec 14🎶 Stop by the Dixie Center for the Arts for a musical showcase of incredible talent and holiday spirit❄️

For all the details on these events and more, visit Experience Ruston's website!
https://www.rustonlincoln.com/events/holidays/
📍Experience Ruston

06/12/2024

It's finally Festival Weekend in Discover Monroe-West Monroe!🎄🎅✨

This magical weekend features parades, live music, shopping, food trucks, a firework show and MORE!

Get the scoop on this festive weekend here: https://bit.ly/3AY9VgZ

05/12/2024