Events in Caddo Parish, LA

A remembrance service honoring those lost to Alzheimer's and other dementias. Names will be read as a bell tolls, offering a moment to gather and remember. Loved ones' names may be submitted for inclusion in the program.

Enjoy a complimentary lunch while learning about Ronald McDonald House in Shreveport-Bossier. The visit includes a tour and information on how to get involved. To RSVP, contact Lori Moore at Lori@ronaldmcdonaldhousearnla.org.

Get a head start on holiday shopping while exploring unique gifts and a variety of products from local vendors. The market highlights small businesses from the Shreveport and Bossier City communities, with gift ideas for friends and family.

Open to artists at any skill level, this meetup provides a chance to create artwork and trade pieces with fellow participants. Supplies are provided, and participants may also bring personal materials. It happens on the first and third Fridays each month.

Art in the Park celebrates the connection between creativity and the outdoors with an expanded lineup that includes more artists, vendors, and activities. Presented by the Caddo Parish Parks and Recreation Department at the all new Walter B Jacobs Nature Center, the event offers art, music, and food in a beautiful autumn forest setting. More than 50 local and regional artists share work inspired by nature, either portraying the natural world or shaping it into their medium. Visitors can browse a wide range of pieces for sale, from paintings and photography to stone tools and pottery. Throughout the event, artists present live demonstrations in flintknapping, pottery throwing, pine-needle basket weaving, painting, needle-felting, and more. Community partners including Shreve Memorial Library, SciPort Discovery Center, Shreveport Aquarium, the Volunteer Naturalists of Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park, Red River National Wildlife Refuge, and the Shreveport Regional Arts Council host hands-on art activities for all ages. Sr Park Naturalist Hulya Onel leads popular painting workshops designed for older youth and adults. Live entertainment and food trucks round out the experience. There is no charge to attend, and every activity is free.

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Northwest Louisiana Out of the Darkness Walk at Betty Virginia Park brings people together to raise awareness, remember loved ones, and support suicide prevention through research and education. The schedule features check-in, a TEAM PSYCHIATRY group photo, and the official start of the walk. Participation is available in person or virtually.

Spring baseball tryouts for 10U players in Shreveport.

Liz Talley, a USA Today best-selling author of more than thirty heartwarming stories, will take part in a question-and-answer session about publishing. A finalist for the Romance Writers of America’s Golden Heart and Rita Awards, she has published with Harlequin, Hallmark, and Montlake. Her work has reached number one in Kindle romance and appeared on Publisher’s Weekly mass market bestseller list. In 2023, she co-wrote a screen adaptation of her novel The Wedding War, which placed in the Top 20 of the Louisiana Film Prize.

Stop by to pick up a hot meal served with a smile. Sit-down dining is not available.

Artists inspired by nature will be on site for this annual event. Watch a live pottery wheel-throwing demonstration and browse functional pottery for sale.

Network with film industry professionals, vendors, and talent at the Shreveport-Bossier Film Industry Meetup at Robinson Film Center in Shreveport. Designed to help participants start or advance a career in film, this gathering offers direct connections and insight into what is happening now and what is on the horizon. Attendees are encouraged to bring business cards and questions to fuel meaningful conversations. Open to all ages, with a welcoming film family atmosphere.

This is the final show that counts toward qualifying for year-end awards.

This health-focused class for children ages 10 to 17 shares practical habits that support weight management, reduce the need for medications, help prevent disease, and improve overall well-being. A parent must attend with each child. It is offered through Outpatient Nutrition and was developed and led by Ochsner LSU Health dieticians. A meal is included, and sessions are held at Ochsner LSU Health - St. Mary Medical Center.

Created for young children, this free and interactive program from the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra blends live music, storytelling, and movement to build early literacy and encourage musical development. Support for the program is provided by the Parish of Caddo.

Discover career paths, expand your professional network, and take part in interviews at this yearly in-person career and internship fair welcoming students from any major as well as alumni. Pre-registration is available through Handshake.

Take part in a Seizure First Aid session at Sci-Port Discovery Center, then spend time exploring Sci-Port with your family. Attendees receive a $2 discount on Sci-Port admission.

The Turkey Shuffle brings a festive fall run to Stoner Avenue Skate Plaza, with routes that weave through local parks and greenbelts as the weather cools. Participants can choose from the Kids Dash, 1 Mile, 5K, or 10K, creating options for all ages and experience levels. Hosted by Bigfoot Running Company, the event includes a Thanksgiving-themed costume contest that awards the Biggest Turkey trophy along with a prize bundle featuring two future race entries, a gift card, and a Bigfoot Running Company swag pack. Finishers receive event medals and tees, a DJ provides music, live awards are presented, and a celebratory finish line atmosphere caps off the experience. Packet pickup is offered before the races, the National Anthem takes place prior to the start, and results and awards are available immediately at the registration tent. Youth pricing is available, with kids 12 and under able to run the 5K or 10K for $15. A referral perk provides a $20 refund after five successful referrals, and group discounts increase with larger team sizes.

Discover key fall herbs that support the immune system, learn practical ways to use them, and make a personalized herbal remedy to take home. Expect straightforward instruction that equips everyone to create their own preparation.

This program unites three pillars of the Russian orchestral repertoire. Mussorgsky’s Prelude to Khovanshchina sets the stage, followed by Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture, known for its scale and ceremonial character. The concert concludes with Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 10, a wide-arching work that moves through vivid contrasts and intensity. Subscriptions are on sale.

The Shreveport-Bossier African American Chamber of Commerce’s annual meeting brings together business owners, community leaders, and partners to celebrate the organization’s work and look ahead to future opportunities. The gathering includes a formal reception, and formal attire is specified.

Spend the weekend shopping small and showing love to local businesses before the big-box rush. Browse, sip, and snack as you explore, and pick up a special pink shopping bag to make the experience even more fun.

Connect with Salty Jeepers at a relaxed meet and greet, a simple chance to hang out and celebrate together. The gathering is set at Harbor Freight Tools (SHREVEPORT, LA #00073) and offers easy conversation in a friendly atmosphere.

Stage Center and its School of Performing Arts present Disney’s 101 Dalmatians KIDS as the finale of their 15th Anniversary Season, marking the animated classic’s 65th anniversary. This workshop presentation blends skills-focused training with elements of a full production for students in grades 3 through 8, bringing Cruella De Vil and a lively chorus of spotted pups to the stage with upbeat music and endearing characters. The production is directed by Charlie Roppolo with choreography by Jordan Farris, with creative support from Seth Taylor and Anne Brown Petersen. Participants in the workshop are also invited to take part in the Junior Theater Festival as members of the JR Performance Team. All seats are $15. Performances are held at Stage Center at the Warehouse at Grace Community.

Enjoy the 32nd annual Christmas on Caddo Fireworks Festival, featuring free admission and a fireworks display.

Holiday magic comes to life with a full live orchestra as World Ballet Company presents The Nutcracker, featuring a cast of 40 professional dancers, more than 150 hand sewn sparkling costumes, and elaborate handcrafted sets. Follow Marie on a Christmas Eve adventure as her Nutcracker awakens and carries her into a dream filled with swirling snow, brave battles with mice, and the radiant Kingdom of Sweets. The performance runs about 1 hour and 40 minutes, including a 20 minute intermission, and is recommended for ages 2 and up. World Ballet Company is based in Los Angeles and led by Sasha Gorskaya and Gulya Hartwick. The company tours nationwide with beloved classical ballets and strives to make ballet welcoming to newcomers as well as longtime fans. Its roster includes acclaimed artists from more than ten countries, and its tours have reached over 300 cities and more than 500,000 audience members. Special pricing is available for groups of 10 or more.

Webbie & Friends bring Southern hip-hop and R&B to an elevated theater setting for a night celebrating music that defined a generation. Black tie attire is recommended, but not required. Previously purchased Winter Fest tickets remain valid, with the original seat and ticket price unchanged.

Mannheim Steamroller performs live in a concert built around the group's hallmark fusion of classical and contemporary sounds. The evening centers on their distinctive style, promising a captivating experience from start to finish.

Rickey Smiley brings The ADHD Tour to Shreveport for a night of nonstop laughter.