Events

Relax after all the turkey with a quick guided tour through our museum and walking trail. Demonstrations of soldier’s kit and musketry included!

Join us this Small Business Saturday as we celebrate the heart of our community—our incredible local shops. Stroll through Alexandria and Pineville to discover unique boutiques, handmade goods, special promotions, and exclusive discounts offered by participating businesses. This year, we’re introducing the Small Business Passport, a fun way to explore, shop, and support local. Pick

Just in time for the holiday season, join local watercolor artist, Jerry Havens as he guides the class through the creation of his signature gnomes.  Registration required for this event. https://aeccf3-a7.myshopify.com/products/festive-watercolors-with-jerry-havens?variant=51879461224737

Delight in a morning at the Alexandria Mall Food Court filled with music, costumed character visits, and Santa Claus’ grand arrival! Parade will follow to Santa’s holiday home for a ride on the Xpress holiday train, share wish lists with Santa and photo opportunities. Each $5 ticket includes: Chick-fil-A chocolate chunk cookie Chick-fil-A return visit

Join us for our second seasonal foods program! This time we are getting out in the leaves to see what grew in the Fall! This event also includes a cooking demonstration by re-enactor Ms. Elizabeth Walker!

The Arts Council of Central Louisiana presents: One Night Of Queen with Gary Mullen & The Works! ‘More than a likeness’ – Brian May, Queen For over 20 years Gary Mullen and The Works have been performing their world-renowned One Night of Queen live concert. Gary Mullen & The Works featuring Gary Mullen on vocals, David

Join Central Louisiana Community Foundation for an evening of fun as we celebrate the launch of our new giving platform, Share Cenla!  We’ll kick things off with a ribbon cutting, then keep the party going with live music, great food, night golf, and a cash bar – plus exciting opportunities to give back early. It’s

Join us at Open House to explore all that Holy Savior Menard offers for your 7th – 12th grade student! We begin at 5:30 PM in the school gym to learn about all HSM has to offer your student followed by a school tour.  

Learn how to build your own little fort! Interpretive Ranger Benjamin Vidrine will be leading a class on how to make Salt-Flour Dough so that guests can make their own little copies of Fort Randolph or Buhlow to take home!

DISNEY’S DESCENDANTS: THE MUSICALPresented by Lagniappe Theatre Get ready for a high-energy, fun-filled musical adventure that the whole family will love! Based on the hit Disney Channel movies, Disney’s Descendants: The Musical bursts onto the Lagniappe Theatre stage with dazzling dance numbers, hilarious moments, and an unforgettable cast of talented kids and adults. This exciting