Blog https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/ Blog Mon, 20 Dec 2021 19:37:54 +0000 Lake Charles Holiday Cocktail Tour! https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/lake-charles-holiday-cocktail-tour/ https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/lake-charles-holiday-cocktail-tour/#comments https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/lake-charles-holiday-cocktail-tour/ Fri, 17 Dec 2021 12:00:00 -0600

Cheers! It's Holiday Time.

The season is here! Spirits are brighter, goodwill falls like snow (even though it’s 72 degrees), and yuletide joy is making its way across the Lake Area. Christmas is almost here, and we have the tour you’ve all been waiting for. Christmas desserts? Nope. Holiday

]]> Pet Friendly Lake Charles - Explore with Your Pup! https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/pet-friendly-lake-charles-explore-with-your-pup/ https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/pet-friendly-lake-charles-explore-with-your-pup/#comments https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/pet-friendly-lake-charles-explore-with-your-pup/ Thu, 16 Dec 2021 17:00:00 -0600

Lake Charles Goes to the Dogs!

More and more people these days are recreating the family dynamic by adopting dogs, and dog-friendly activities are high on the priority list for families looking to settle down in a city. If you’ve ever talked to me for more than ten seconds, you know my dogs are my

]]> 'Tis the Season for GUMBO! https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/tis-the-season-for-gumbo/ https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/tis-the-season-for-gumbo/#comments https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/tis-the-season-for-gumbo/ Tue, 14 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0600

Many of my favorite memories of my dad involve his gumbo. If you knew the Iowa-born (the state, not the city), New Orleans-raised, Scottish heritage, adopted Cajun, then you knew that his gumbo was his shining achievement. It fed countless people in town and warmed many bellies. Food was his love

]]> Lake Area Ballet Theatre presents "The Nutcracker" at Tritico Theatre πŸŽ„πŸŽ https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/the-nutcracker/ https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/the-nutcracker/#comments https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/the-nutcracker/ Wed, 01 Dec 2021 08:00:00 -0600

Everyone has their own Christmas traditions. Some consist of driving the kids to see the sparkling Christmas lights at the Civic Center and Prien Lake Park while others head to the lakefront for Light Up the Lake Christmas Festival. Mine is sitting backstage in the dark watching the Sugar Plum Fairy

]]> Unforgettable Christmas Events in Southwest LouisianaπŸŽ„πŸŽ… https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/christmas-events-in-southwest-louisiana/ https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/christmas-events-in-southwest-louisiana/#comments https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/christmas-events-in-southwest-louisiana/ Tue, 30 Nov 2021 08:00:00 -0600

Experience Holiday Cheer in Southwest Louisiana!

Fireworks, snow, parades, performing arts, Christmas concerts, and shopping events – holiday cheer is underway throughout cities and communities in Calcasieu Parish. Make a list and check it twice so that you don't miss out on the fun this season.

Christmas Under the Oaks Snow

]]> Holiday Art Walk to Brighten Up Downtown Lake Charles This Saturday https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/holiday-art-walk-returns-to-downtown-lake-charles/ https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/holiday-art-walk-returns-to-downtown-lake-charles/#comments https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/holiday-art-walk-returns-to-downtown-lake-charles/ Thu, 18 Nov 2021 16:00:00 -0600

Let’s face it, the Christmas season pretty much began in August, but it’s almost socially acceptable to get in the holiday spirit without your friends groaning when you play Christmas music. One of the first events to kick off the Christmas season is now around the corner: Holiday Art Walk! The Arts

]]> Mallard Golf Club in Lake Charles | Now Open for Tee Times https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/mallard-golf-club-in-lake-charles-now-open-for-tee-times/ https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/mallard-golf-club-in-lake-charles-now-open-for-tee-times/#comments https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/mallard-golf-club-in-lake-charles-now-open-for-tee-times/ Wed, 13 Oct 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Big news! The City of Lake Charles is proud to announce the completion of Mallard Golf Club, a Scottish links-inspired golf course designed by Jeff Blume. So, that means … Mallard Golf Club is ready “fore” golfers to try out the links! Tee time bookings are now available! The name “Mallard” might be

]]> Living History Cemetery Tour 2021 https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/living-history-cemetery-tour-2021/ https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/living-history-cemetery-tour-2021/#comments https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/living-history-cemetery-tour-2021/ Fri, 01 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0500

History comes alive in Lake Charles, Louisiana, on Friday, Nov. 5, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with the Living History Cemetery Tour! This popular tour makes its return after a year hiatus to let historic figures speak from the grave. The event brings a spotlight to historic figures who played important

]]> Mardi Gras King Cake Traditions https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/mardi-gras-king-cake-traditions/ https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/mardi-gras-king-cake-traditions/#comments https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/mardi-gras-king-cake-traditions/ Thu, 30 Sep 2021 08:00:00 -0500

Mardi Gras is not only great fun, it's also delicious! What better way to celebrate Mardi Gras than with a traditional king cake!

]]> South Beach Volleyball & More!🏐 https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/south-beach-volleyball-and-more/ https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/south-beach-volleyball-and-more/#comments https://www.visitlakecharles.org/blog/post/south-beach-volleyball-and-more/ Tue, 14 Sep 2021 13:00:00 -0500

South Beach Sports Bar & Grill

Palm trees, white sugar sand, and a cool breeze. One thing that holds true on a universal level - is that everyone can use a little more fun in their life! With the abundance of screen time for the modern family, getting away from it all can be just want your heart

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