Events in Shreveport, LA

A free, confidential support group for caregivers, spouses, and family members of people living with Alzheimer’s or dementia meets at The Highland Center, offered by The Bridge Adult Day Center. It provides a welcoming place to connect with others who understand the caregiving journey, share experiences, and receive encouragement. No registration or appointment is required, and each gathering lasts about an hour.

Soup Kitchen Saturdays offers a hot, ready-to-go meal with friendly service. Meals are available only for takeout, and there is no dine-in option at this time.

Experience one of North Louisiana’s fastest growing and most inclusive car shows, featuring eye-catching vehicles, a live DJ, and a selection of local food vendors. It is planned with family-friendly fun and safety in mind, welcoming dedicated enthusiasts and curious newcomers alike.

A weekly group bicycle ride rolls through downtown Shreveport. Participants meet up, then the group heads out shortly afterward for about an hour on the road. Bring your bike, front and rear lights, and water, and consider wearing a helmet.

Louisiana's largest dirt Late Model event returns to Boothill Speedway for a two-night showdown on the quarter-mile oval. The sport's most powerful Late Models will go head to head, with $50,000 on the line on the second night.

Part II of the EmPOWERing Girls series offers a supportive class for girls ages 13 to 17 focused on navigating the physical and emotional changes of adolescence. Obstetrics and Gynecology nurse practitioners Aimee Smiley, NP, LaToya Gipson, NP, and Holly Johnson, NP lead a guided conversation that welcomes both participants and their confidants, with opportunities to ask questions throughout. Before the session concludes, attendees can submit questions anonymously for a dedicated Q&A with the nurse practitioners. Dinner is provided. The class takes place at the Community Center on the campus of St. Mary Medical Center.

Test your knowledge at a trivia night at Fumbles Bar & Grill, hosted by Abby, with prizes awarded to the top three teams.

Celebrating 50 years, the Red River Revel Arts Festival spans two four-day weekends at Festival Plaza. The schedule is divided into two segments, offering multiple opportunities to experience this longstanding arts-focused event.

John Mulaney brings his newest stand-up tour, Mister Whatever, to Shreveport Municipal Auditorium. A writer, comedian and actor, he is a four-time Emmy winner and a recipient of Critics Choice and WGA awards. He also serves as host, writer and executive producer of the Netflix talk show Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney, a continuation of Everybody’s in LA that blends monologues, guest conversations, pre-taped sketches and musical segments. His recent work includes the Broadway play All In: Comedy About Love alongside Fred Armisen, Richard Kind and Renee Elise Goldsberry, and he is set to appear in the Amazon MGM Studios film Madden, directed by David O. Russell.

OE returns to the stage for the 50th Anniversary of the Red River Revel, with Open Eyes delivering a high energy set that blends the songs that launched the band with brand new material. Listeners who followed them in the late 1980s and 1990s around Shreveport will hear familiar highlights, and newcomers will meet them for the first time. This is not a tribute or a cover act, it is OE performing for one night on one stage, ready to raise the volume.

Paws in the Park marks its 10th anniversary with a celebration of lifesaving efforts and community support for animals. Held at American Legion Post 14 on Cross Lake, the event features more than 15 local rescue groups, vendor shopping, inflatables for kids, food trucks, a full service bar, raffle items, and a cake walk. Guests can meet adoptable pets and connect with rescuers. Proceeds support local organizations that give animals a second chance. The event is free and open to the public.

This educational class shares practical habits to support weight management, reduce medication use, prevent disease, and improve overall wellness. Offered by Outpatient Nutrition and led by Ochsner LSU Health dietitians, it is designed for children ages 10 to 17 and requires a parent to attend. Dinner is included. Sessions take place on the second Tuesday of the month.

Wear a costume and meet at the Bell for a spooky themed meet and greet. Arrive ready for some spooky fun.

The Moonlit Bazaar returns with an amped up, more immersive take on Shreveport’s gothic night market. At The Squire Group After Dark, the atmosphere blends eerie and enchanting, with live music to set the tone, performers to be announced, a costume contest judged by the Vampyre Court of Shreveport that includes chilling awards, and signature cocktails served all night. A finely curated market brings together local makers, artists, and sellers of oddities, filled with finds that are weird, wonderful, and decidedly dark. More secrets are being kept for later reveal, promising a richly atmospheric night from opening notes to the last toast.

Theresa Caputo brings her mediumship to the stage in a live show that blends audience readings with personal stories and quick wit. Guided by Spirit, she moves through the crowd to share messages meant to comfort, often affirming that departed loved ones remain close, just in a different way. A large screen spanning the stage helps everyone see what is happening up close from any seat. As a television personality, bestselling author, and longtime medium with more than 20 years of experience, she delivers a heartfelt experience focused on connection and reassurance.

Haunted Illusions brings a Halloween-themed night of astonishing magic and laugh-out-loud comedy to The Strand Theatre of Shreveport. Master illusionist David Caserta has people levitating, vanishing, and suddenly returning right before the audience, with original effects created specifically for this production. Expect thrills, big laughs, and playful surprises, with plenty of tricks and a few treats, plus interactive moments that pull even the ghosts, goblins, and ghouls into the action. David Caserta, a leading touring illusionist seen by millions on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, the CW’s Penn & Teller: Fool Us, and on international television, headlines this popular holiday magic show. Cutting-edge lighting, a themed musical score, atmospheric smoke, and the latest illusion technology combine to create a large-scale spectacle tailored for the season.

A relaxed group bike ride rolls through downtown Shreveport. Participants meet in the area and set off together shortly after gathering. Bring a bike, front and rear lights, and water, and consider wearing a helmet.

Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE brings a brand-new musical adventure to the stage at The Strand Theatre of Shreveport, overflowing with songs, humor, and imagination. Inspired by the Emmy-winning Apple TV series, this production invites fans on a cheerful return to Fraggle Rock filled with nostalgia. Newly designed full-costume Fraggles share the spotlight with puppet-scale Doozers, a towering Gorg, and other wondrous creations crafted by the acclaimed team at Jim Henson's Creature Shop. With beloved songs and vivid visual effects, this is a live experience made to get audiences of all ages on their feet.

Celebrate the sounds and style of the 80s, 90s, and 2000s at a throwback party featuring era-spanning music, nostalgic games that spark friendly competition, and retro vibes all night. Attendees are encouraged to dress in looks inspired by their favorite decade, from leg warmers and cassette-era flair to the age of flip phones. The event benefits SocialCon 2027, supporting the growth of Shreveport-Bossier’s creative community. Expect an upbeat atmosphere with great tunes and good company on the dance floor.

An acoustic night at Bodacious Bar & Q spotlights Allen Smith, the lead singer of The Crowd, a 90s country tribute act well known across the Ark-La-Tex. The set leans into the biggest hits of the 90s along with classic country favorites, Texas country, Southern rock, and singalong standards. Expect familiar tunes from artists such as Garth Brooks, George Strait, Alan Jackson, Brooks & Dunn, Tim McGraw, Joe Diffie, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton, Randy Rogers Band, and Pat Green. The intimate, stripped-down format keeps the focus on the songs and creates a relaxed setting where guests can enjoy dinner, catch up with friends, and experience the music up close. Smith fronts The Crowd, a Bossier City, Louisiana based band known throughout Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma for high-energy tributes to the era that made 90s country legendary, with recognition and nominations from 318 Forum, Locals Love Us, and SB Magazine. Barbecue and cold drinks round out an easygoing evening of live country music.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Northwest Louisiana Out of the Darkness Walk brings the community together to raise awareness, honor loved ones, and support suicide prevention research and education. This gathering takes place at Betty Virginia Park and offers options to participate in person or virtually. The day includes check-in, a Team Psychiatry group photo, and the official start of the walk.

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.

Stage Center and its School of Performing Arts present the culminating show of the 15th Anniversary Season with a workshop presentation of Disney’s 101 Dalmatians KIDS, marking 65 years since the story first appeared on screen. This second installment of the new Workshop gives students in grades 3 through 8 a chance to blend focused training with the excitement of a staged production, with two presentations at Stage Center at the Warehouse at Grace Community. Inspired by the classic animated film, the tale pits Cruella De Vil against a pack of puppy heroes and unfolds with lively music and familiar characters. The workshop is directed by Charlie Roppolo, with choreography by Jordan Farris. Participants are also invited to take part in the Junior Theater Festival as members of the JR Performance Team program, supported creatively by Seth Taylor and Anne Brown Petersen. All seats are $15.

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.

Discover the roots and uses of fire cider in a hands-on session that covers its history, wellness benefits, and creative ways to personalize it. This traditional herbal remedy is known for helping the immune system, aiding digestion, and bringing welcome warmth as the weather turns cool. Participants will mix a custom blend to take home.

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 cap their 15th Anniversary Season with the kids edition of Disney’s 101 Dalmatians, celebrating the 65th anniversary of the original release. As the second outing of Stage Center’s new Workshop, it features students in grades 3 through 8 who pair focused training with full production elements. Drawn from the classic animated film, this stage version highlights Cruella De Vil, an energetic score, and a cast of favorite characters for audiences of all ages. The workshop is directed by Charlie Roppolo and choreographed by Jordan Farris. Participants are also invited to take part in the Junior Theater Festival in Atlanta through the JR Performance Team program, with creative support from Seth Taylor and Anne Brown Petersen. All seats are $15.

World Ballet Company brings The Nutcracker to The Strand Theatre of Shreveport with the added richness of a live orchestra. The production showcases an ensemble of 40 accomplished dancers, more than 150 hand sewn costumes, and ornate hand crafted sets, creating a festive experience suitable for all ages. Follow Marie on a Christmas Eve adventure as her Nutcracker comes to life, leading to a realm of glittering snow, a clash with the Mouse King’s forces, and the sweet wonders of a candy filled kingdom. The performance runs approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, including a 20 minute intermission, and is recommended for ages 2 and up. Group rates are available for parties of 10 or more. Based in Los Angeles and led by Sasha Gorskaya and Gulya Hartwick, the company tours beloved ballets to cities across the country, welcoming both first time attendees and longtime ballet enthusiasts. The roster features artists from over ten countries, and the company has visited more than 300 cities, performing for an audience that now exceeds half a million.