Public Calendar

Come join us for our 2024 Pineville Christmas Parade.

Get ready for some gut-busting laughs! Paragon Casino Resort is hosting a FREE Cajun Comedy Show on Thursday, December 12. Enjoy the stand-up of Jonathan “JP” Perry inside the Mari Showroom! Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and show starts at 7:00 p.m. Be sure to print your voucher at a Club Paragon kiosk before entering!

Join us at Emmanuel Baptist Church for a truly immersive experience as we bring the city of Bethlehem to life to remember the night of Jesus’s birth. You will be guided through a walking tour of the city, interacting with merchants, tax collectors, shepherds, and Roman guards. Pilgrimage to Bethlehem is our free gift to

“Are you an artist or creative in Central Louisiana? Are you looking for a place to come and talk to other creatives? Join us for the Creative Round Table! Being an artist can be isolating, but we can lift each other up! Do you want to learn about grants and artist calls? Talk about process?

It’s going to be a jolly, holly Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year at our annual holiday concert.  It is good musical fun for the whole family!  We’re anticipating a surprise guest from the North Pole.  Tickets can be purchased at the Box Office or by visiting www.rapidessymphony.org  

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Santa Clause is coming to Trio’s for brunch EVERY SUNDAY in December before Christmas!🧑‍🎄🎅Join us for pictures with Santa, NEW Christmas cocktails, gourmet hot chocolate, and more! Make reservations on our website or call us during business hours❤️💚

Get ready for an unforgettable holiday show when multi-platinum, award-winning group, Lonestar hits the Paragon stage! One of country music’s most celebrated bands comes to the Mári Showroom on Saturday, December 7! Tickets starting at $38 Doors Open 7PM • Showtime 8PM Keep the party going after the show at Club MeZazz! $10 Cover. Must

Choice of iconic VW bug or van all decked out for Christmas. Includes 11X14 canvas, all supplies and step-by-step instructions. Beginners welcome and all painters leave with a finished project. So, gather up your friends and let’s paint together! (class limited to 10 painters) SIGN UP BY MIDNIGHT 11/30/24 FOR $5 OFF! PROMO CODE “VW2024”

Gingerbread House Decorating Class! Join us at Les Amis Studio and Boutique for a fun-filled gingerbread house decorating class! Date: Saturday, December 7th Time: 10:30 AM Ages: 8 & up welcome Cost: $45 per person (no refunds) Unleash your creativity and get into the holiday spirit as you design and decorate your very own gingerbread

Pineville Park Baptist Church invites you to shop with us during this Christmas Extravaganza Vendor Event! Admission is free for shoppers, and proceeds from vendor booth rental go to PPBC Women’s Ministry and Youth Ministry activities. For more information, find us on Facebook, or call the church office at (318) 445-7306.

Join us for “The Art of the Old Fashion” at Les Amis Studio and Boutique! Date: December 5th Time: 7 PM Price: $50 per person (no refunds) Immerse yourself in the craft of creating the perfect Old Fashion cocktail while enjoying a night of creativity and fun! To reserve your seat, visit us online at shoplesamisboutique.com or

Join us at Alex WinterFête, a free, family-friendly festival in Alexandria, LA, packed with festive fun for all ages! Glide across the outdoor skating rink, marvel at the dazzling fireworks over the Red River, and explore Jolly Junction, a magical children’s area filled with activities. Enjoy the thrill of live performances, including stilt walkers, fire