Experience the Holiday Trail of Lights in Louisiana

Across the state, the holidays are celebrated with a zest of unique activities, sounds and sights only Louisiana could serve up. On the Holiday Trail of Lights(link is external), eight towns celebrate all the festivities of the season. Soak up the holiday spirit with beautiful displays of twinkling lights, parades, live music, theatre performances, visits from Santa and more from November to January.

Visit Alexandria and Pineville located in the “Heart of Louisiana” to catch the holiday fever. If you’re in the market for hot chocolate, cupcakes or gingerbread cookies, the local bakeries, coffee shops and restaurants will have just the ticket. Experience the cheer of the season and keep an eye out for sparkling lights, choirs, food, shopping and more. Visit the website(link is external) for more event info, dates and times.

The sweet charm of Minden is a perfect setting to get in the holiday mindset. Celebrate at the Minden Christmas Parade that features the lighting of the Christmas tree followed by a fireworks display. At the Christmas Market on Main, hop on a Hayride Tour, a free hayride through Minden’s historic district featuring homes dating back to 1845, holiday decor and light displays. Don’t miss Minden’s life-sized nutcrackers that line the streets, a nod to Minden’s German heritage. Visit the website(link is external) for more event info, dates and times.

It’s a busy holiday schedule in Monroe/West Monroe area! Kids will love Santa’s Christmas Village at the Northeast Louisiana Children’s Museum where they can decorate make-and-take ornaments, go ice skating, slide down Mount Sneaux, and enjoy an outdoor holiday movie. Or, do some shopping along West Monroe’s Antique Alley. Visit the website(link is external) for more event into, dates and times.

Head to Natchitoches, Louisiana’s Oldest City, for the perfect dose of holiday spirit. The Annual Christmas Festival showcases 300,000 lights illuminating downtown Natchitoches and over 100 lighted set pieces along Cane River! It’s a magical backdrop for the spectacular fireworks, entertainment, food vendors, shopping, and more. Explore the Landmark Historic District via an evening horse and carriage ride to experience the charm of Natchitoches, named one of “America’s 25 Most Festive Christmas Towns.” Visit the website(link is external) for more event info, dates and times.

Make sure you’ve rationed your holiday cheer for these festive events that happen in Shreveport-Bossier every winter. The Christmas in Roseland lights display transforms the gardens of the American Rose Center into a winter wonderland with thousands of twinkling lights. Try something different at the Christmas on Caddo Fireworks Festival for rocking music and fireworks. Check out the Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets for an ideal place for dining and holiday shopping along the banks of the Red River. Visit the website(link is external) for more event info, dates and times.

The Holiday Trail of Lights will ensure you’ve enjoyed your holiday season with enough cheer to get you through to next year!  Learn more about what else you can experience in Louisiana when you join us for the holidays at LouisianaTravel.com.

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