Mardi Gras Southwest Louisiana
Date: February 28–March 4, 2025
Location: Lake Charles, Louisiana
Home to top-tier Cajun cuisine and grand krewe parades, Lake Charles is the place to celebrate Southwest Louisiana’s carnival season. A gumbo cook-off and a Royal Gala are just two standouts on the city’s jam-packed Mardi Gras calendar.
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This Is Home Fest
Date: April 26, 2025
Location: Downtown Lake Charles, Louisiana
Celebrate the resilience of Louisiana at This Is Home Fest, a free, spirit-lifting showcase of art and live music featuring local talent, national acts, and plenty of joy.
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Rum Revival
Date: April 5, 2025
Location: Golden Nugget Lake Charles, Louisiana
A celebration of the Gulf Coast’s Caribbean connections, the Rum Revival features premium rum and tequila tastings, creative cocktails, and Caribbean-inspired dishes from top chefs. Set at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles, this tropical affair pairs Southwest Louisiana flavors and culture with the rising star of spirits.
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