We all know Acadiana knows how to throw a party - and the holidays are no exception.
We've put together this list of events we know about that are planned over the next couple of months. If you don't see your event here and you'd like it included, send the info to news@katctv.com
Here's the list, broken down by parish:
IBERIA PARISH
IPAL's production of A Christmas Story the Musical runs December 6 through 15. Tickets are now on sale for the production, which is directed by Tiffany Hochkeppel. Here's the link: https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/ipaltheater/6446This musical, based on the movie classic that runs round-the-clock on television every Christmas, is set in the 1940s in the fictional town of Hohman, Indiana. The musical follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker and his quest for the Holy Grail of Christmas gifts—an Official Red Ryder carbine-action 200-shot Range Model air rifle. Rebuffed at every turn with a similar echoing response, Ralphie plots numerous schemes to achieve his desperate desire for the coveted BB gun. All the iconic scenes from the movie are here: Ralphie's friend, Flick, getting his tongue stuck to the flagpole; his brother, Randy, getting dressed in his snowsuit; the bullies, Farkus and Dill; the leg lamp award; the bunny suit; and many others.
Main Street Christmas Parade
On December 8, the Christmas on the Bayou parade with Santa, marching bands and dance groups rolls at 2 p.m. in Downtown Delcambre.
Very Berry Christmas
On December 9 in New Iberia, there will be a family scavenger hunt from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.; Pancakes and PJs with Santa at the Sliman from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. (advance tickets on sale) and the Queen City Christmas Parade rolls at 5:30 p.m. Lee Street to Jefferson Street. There will be lights, floats, dance schools and band performances.
EVANGELINE PARISH
Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office Toy Drive
The Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Office is collecting new toys and/or monetary donations for the needy children in our parish. Please drop off the toys or donations at 415 W. Cotton St, Ville Platte, LA 70586. WE ARE OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY! We will collect the toys and donations until December 15th, 2024 at 4PM.
The toys will be given to the children in Evangeline Parish. We need girls, boys, and infant toys. WE ARE PARTNERING WITH PINE PRAIRIE FAMILY HEALTHCARE CLINIC. TOYS MAY BE DROPPED OFF AT PINE PRAIRIE FAMILY HEALTHCARE CLINIC DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS. APPLICATIONS MAY BE PICKED UP AT 415 W COTTON ST. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office at 337-363-2161 if you have any questions. If your application is chosen, you will receive a phone call, based on the availability of toy donations. Please help us give a wonderful Christmas to our children in need.
LAFAYETTE PARISH
LARC's Noel Acadian au Village
Will be open every night, weather permitting, from December 1 through December 23, 5:30 p.m. until 9 p.m.
Here's what to know:
Children 2 and under DO NOT require a ticket
Tickets are nonrefundable
ONLY service dogs are allowed
Tickets can be purchased at local ShopRite / TP locations for $10, online $11 & at the gate for $12.
Santa photos are available every night
Carnival rides require separate tickets
There are ATMs on the grounds
Concessions are sold every night
Link to online tickets: https://acadianvillage.thundertix.com/events/235548...
ALL proceeds from this critical fundraiser directly benefit LARC
You can follow LARC's Acadian Village new page.
If you're interested in volunteering, you can sign up using this link: https://m.signupgenius.com/...
Sonic Christmas Parade
December 8, downtown Lafayette. The parade rolls at 1 p.m., starts at the Jefferson Street underpass, to Johnston Street, to the Oil Center.
Noel A Broussard
December 7 in Downtown Broussard, in front of City Hall on Main Street. There will be reindeer games, face painting and Papa Noel's Market. 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. The Christmas Parade rolls at 3 p.m. The annual lighting of the Community Tree will be at 6:30 p.m.
Christmas at the Bayou
This December, The Bayou Church invites all of Acadiana to experience the joy and wonder of the season at its annual Christmas Concert series, Christmas At The Bayou. This festive event gives families and friends the opportunity to come together and celebrate the true meaning of Christmas through music, community, and memorable moments for all ages.
Christmas Concert Schedule:
- Friday, December 13 | 7:00 PM
- Saturday, December 14 | 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM
- Sunday, December 15 | 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM
- Sunday, December 15 (Online) | 5:00 PM | Stream on Facebook or YouTube
To ensure the best experience for all attendees, FREE tickets are required and can be reserved online at TheBayouChurch.org/Christmas. For those unable to attend in person, the Sunday, December 15, 5:00 PM concert will be live-streamed on the church’s Facebook and YouTube pages. Following the live event, the concert will also be available for on-demand viewing. Please note that The Bayou Church will not hold regular Sunday services on December 15, as everyone is encouraged to participate in the concert. Join The Bayou Church as they transport Acadiana to a Christmas wonderland, sharing the joy, love, and hope of the season. Reserve your tickets today: TheBayouChurch.org/Christmas
A Zydeco Christmas:
Join us for A Zydeco Christmas, featuring the Zydeco Boss himself, Keith Frank, December 5th, at the Heymann Performing Arts Center! Mr. Frank will join the Symphony, along with our own Youth Orchestra and Lafayette High School Choir, to perform your favorite Zydeco tunes and most memorable holiday classics, including an array of well-known Christmas carols, and selections from the movies Frozen and Home Alone. And, following his incredible premiere performance with us at Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert, earlier this month, we're delighted to welcome back Matthew Kraemer, as Guest Conductor for this concert. Mr. Kraemer is the Adelaide Wisdom Benjamin Music Director and Principal Conductor for the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, in New Orleans, as well as the Music Director and Principal Conductor of the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, in Indiana. You can get your tickets now for A Zydeco Christmas!
An Acadiana Christmas Carol:
Join us at Cité des Arts this holiday season for our annual family holiday tradition, AN ACADIANA CHRISTMAS CAROL, adapted by Alicia Chaisson from Charles Dickens' beloved yuletide story, the cast is comprised of 20 children from across Acadiana and one adult, Christy Leichty, who is playing Scrooge. Set in contemporary south Louisiana, the story follows the transformation of Etta Scrooge from a disconnected, manipulative profiteer to an empathetic, active participant in the world. Fueled by the magic of Christmas, Scrooge is visited by ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future who teach the valuable lesson that it is never too late to give and accept love. One way of showing love is to accept responsibility. This twist on the classic Dickens' tale will appeal to all with its spirit of fun, forgiveness, and generosity. The show will open on Thursday, December 6, with an opening night gala, featuring live Christmas music, themed cocktails and a holiday feast. The show then runs December 7, 8, 13, and 14 at 7:00 p.m. and December 8 and 15 at 2:00 p.m. General admission tickets are $25 and opening night gala tickets are $35. Tickets are on sale now at www.citedesarts.org [citedesarts.org]. AN ACADIANA CHRISTMAS CAROL is sponsored by First Horizon, Superior Contract Cleaning, Cajun Food Tours and a grant from the Lafayette Convention and Visitors Commission's Lafayette Visitor Enterprise Fund.
Emile's Annual Hot Cocoa Fundraiser:
Emile's Annual Hot Cocoa Fundraiser is supporting Catholic Charities of Acadiana and their work to provide emergency sheltering for our neighbor’s experiencing homelessness. This year’s event is set for December 6, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. When Emile Myers noticed a long line of cars waiting to see a magical Christmas light display on his street, he saw an opportunity to sell hot cocoa for a good cause to the visitors in his Lafayette neighborhood. The rest is history. This year, he's raising critical support for the shelters of Catholic Charities of Acadiana. Support him and the sheltering work of Catholic Charities of Acadiana by donating to help him meet or exceed his goal of raising $30,000 for this worthy cause. Myers is 14 and has been raising funds for six years - so far he's raised nearly $65,000. If you want more information you can find it on the event's Facebook and you can donate if you want here: http://give.classy.org/EmilesHotCocoa
Chorale Acadienne’s Christmas by Candlelight
Kick off the holiday season with Chorale Acadienne’s Christmas by Candlelight Concerts featuring classic carols, selections from Handel’s Messiah, and compositions by contemporary composers.
Date and Time: Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 7:00 PM
Friday, December 6, 2024 at 7:00 PM
Location: St. Mary Catholic Church
419 Doucet Rd, Lafayette, LA 70503
Ticket Information: Tickets for these concerts are available in advance at choraleacadienne.com/tickets or by calling 337-349-5342. Tickets will also be available at the door.
Ticket Pricing: General Admission: $25
Seniors (65+): $20
Students: $10
The Lafayette Farmers & Artisans Christmas Market
The annual event is set for December 5 from 4-8 p.m.
Eighty local market vendors will offer a rich array of food and Christmas gifts showcasing our artisan community's talent and craftsmanship. We’re excited to present GRAMPA with Luke Huval and Amanda Biere performing at 5:30 p.m. Jingle your bells to old school country music!
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be spreading joy and holiday cheer throughout the evening. Bring the whole family and capture a holiday photo. Shop, dance and be merry.
Adding to the excitement, attendees can enter a raffle to win market goodies worth over $500 or take home a beautiful Christmas tree courtesy of All Seasons. It's our way of saying thank you for supporting local businesses and embracing the holiday spirit with us.
FREE Parking with FREE Shuttle: Park at 305 Coliseum Road (next to Blackham Coliseum) and take the complimentary shuttle running every 15 minutes. Christmas caroling is not mandatory but it's highly encouraged! Additional parking at Moncus Park (2913 Johnston Street): $2 per hour.
Christmas in Carencro:
Christmas in Carencro (4 events)
Sat, Dec. 7, 2024
8:00 am Dasher Dancer Prancer 5k race sponsored by Acadiana Fitness
https://runsignup.com/Race/LA/Carencro/DASHERDANCERPRANCER5K
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9am to 3 pm 27th year of Carencro Country Christmas
Admission is free (Kiwanis of Carencro will be accepting donations of nonperishable food items, hygiene products)
Held at Carencro Community Center 5115 N University choirs sing throughout the day, arts, crafts and food vendors sponsored by Carencro Business Association
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10 am Carencro Christmas Parade sponsored by Carencro Kiwanis
11 am Pictures and activities with Santa
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6 pm to 8 pm Old Fashioned Christmas 6-8 pm
(210 E. St. Peter St)
Lighting of the City Christmas Tree, photos with Santa, Snow,
Christmas Music, food vendors, activities in and around the Patriots Pavilion
Sponsored by Carencro Cultural District
Christmas Under the Stars in Youngsville
This event is set to be held in the Youngsville Amphitheater on December 14th from 4 pm till 9 pm., featuring the Living Bethlehem Nativity Production, a Christmas Market, a fun scavenger hunt, a community Christmas choir, food trucks, a petting zoo, and much more. It's a free, one-night-only event for the entire family.
Arts and Fleas Holiday Art Market
On December 14 in Parc de Lafayette and Parc Sans Souci in downtown Lafayette. 6 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Holiday events in Scott
The city of Scott has several holiday events planned.
Here are the dates:
Twinkle Light Night
December 6 at Children's Museum of Acadiana from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Tickets are $12 per person.
Merry & Bright Holiday Experience
December 6 in Parc Sans Souci, featuring Chubby Carrier's Christmas Concert. 6 p.m. until 9 p.m.
The Living Nativity will be presented December 15 at the Cathedral of St. John in downtown Lafayette, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m.
Toys for Tots Drop-Offs
Toys for Tots at Jay & Lionel Hebert Golf Course! 🎁
This holiday season, we’re partnering with Toys for Tots to help bring joy to children in need. We have a donation box set up in the clubhouse at Jay & Lionel Hebert Golf Course, and we’re kindly asking for your support!
Location: Jay & Lionel Hebert Golf Course 1121 Mudd Ave Lafayette, La 70501 | 337-291-5557
🧸Please drop off any new, unwrapped toys you’re willing to donate. Every little bit helps to make this season brighter for children in our community!
✨Thank you for your generosity and for helping make a difference! 🎄❤️⛳️
Marc Galey, a local Edward Jones financial advisor, is supporting the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program by using his office as a drop-off location for this year's toy drive. Local residents may help make a difference for children in the area by bringing in a new, unwrapped toy to the office, 110 Rue Promenade Ste 100, Lafayette, LA 70508, during regular business hours beginning Friday, November 1, 2024 through Friday, December 13, 2024. Monetary gifts, including gift cards, cannot be accepted.
ST. LANDRY PARISH
Cajun Christmas Celebration at Mr. Tony's Country Store
Mr. Tony’s Country Store invites you to celebrate the holiday season with our Cajun Christmas celebration. Join us on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. for an afternoon of holiday cheer, local avor, and festive fun! Mr. Tony’s Country Store is located right outside Tony Chachere’s manufacturing plant at 5604 I-49 N. Service Road in Opelousas, Louisiana and is the perfect place to get in the holiday spirit.
Whether you’re looking for seasoning blends, gift items, or just a holiday memory to cherish, we have something for everyone. This year’s Cajun Christmas will offer free tasting of some of Tony Chachere’s Famous Creole Cuisine, holiday music, plus exclusive discounts and giveaways to get you in the holiday spirit. Local author Julie Hooks will be on hand to sign copies of her children’s book, Hannah Bear and Lulu's Festival To Remember. Don’t miss a special visit from Santa himself. Santa Claus will be at the store at approximately 5 p.m., available for photos and holiday cheer. Bring your little ones to share their Christmas wishes and capture a photo with the big guy. The event is set for Tuesday, December 10, 2024 from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the store,
5604 I-49 N. Service Road in Opelousas. Store hours through Christmas Day will be Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Christmas In The Point @ Central Park & Church Point Christmas Parade
Mayor Ryan ‘Spanky’ Meche invites everyone to experience the third annual “Christmas in The Point @ Central Park.” Christmas In The Point @ Central Park new light up displays for 2024, a 30-foot lighted Christmas tree, drive-thru candy cane lane and more! Our historic Le Vieux Presbytere Museum and our fishing pond are lit up for the season too! You can drive thru ‘Candy Cane Lane’ to experience our Christmas cheer or take a walk in the park. Christmas In The Point @ Central Park is FREE and open to the public from 5p-11p Sunday – Thursday and 5p til Midnight Friday and Saturday! Our 4th Annual nighttime Christmas Parade is Wednesday Dec. 11th, at 6 pm! Our parade features floats, lights, music, and fun. Following the parade, we will have Christmas Movies in the park! Food and drink vendors will be on-site too!
The 2024 ECCBC Christmas Concert, "Star of Bethlehem" is set for December 5 & 6, 7:00pm
The concert will be at the church, First Baptist Church of Eunice, at the Corner of Park Ave & Third St, Eunice.
Featuring the Eunice Community Concert Band, Community Choir & Children's Choir. A musically diverse program with something for everyone in the family.
Program Selections: Sparklejollytwinklejingley, Thankful, Can You Hear the Christmas Bells, Who's the Little Baby?, We Need a Little Christmas, The Holiday Tango, Happy Holiday/White Christmas, Christmas Portrait, Star of Bethlehem, Santa Baby, All I Want for Christmas Is You, Fantasy on Deck the Hall, Wise Guys - Walkin' in the Light
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR
FMI: www.eccbc.org [eccbc.org]
The 34th Annual Guillory Family Toy Drive will be held Saturday, December 7 at 633 E. Landry Street in Opelousas between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Santa will be there and there will be refreshments. You can contribute toys or money to help buy toys; they are collected and distributed to churches, schools and agencies. All administrative costs are covered by Elbert Guillory.
Christmas in Washington
On December 14, on Main Street: live music, DJs, kids games, face painting, balloon artists from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Santa arrives at 1 p.m. and the Christmas Tree lighting is at 7 p.m.
ST. MARTIN PARISH
Christmas Artwalk in Paris will be December 14 in Breaux Bridge. Sixty vendors will be offering arts and crafts. There will be live music, drinks, bites and more. 4 p.m. until 8 p.m.
VERMILION PARISH
Annual Christmas Stroll will be December 7 in Abbeville. There will be shopping and dining, Santa Claus, music, and lights in the decorated downtown historic district. 5:30 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Cajun Christmas Celebration
December 14 in Downtown Abbeville. Live music, shopping, kids crafts and vendors. 1 p.m. until 8 p.m. Christmas parade rolls at 5:30 p.m.
