Holiday fun in Shreveport-Bossier starts at 6 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 18 at the coolest place – the Louisiana Boardwalk. Thousands of visitors and residents gather for the ceremonial switching on of the lights on the tallest outdoor Christmas tree in Shreveport-Bossier standing at 30 feet tall.
The kids will be so excited because there are special appearances by Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus. Entertainment will be provided by the Fairfield Cheerleaders and the Caddo Middle Magnet Starline Danceline.
Guests at this year’s event will be treated to the Boardwalk Snow Blizzard set to begin at 7 p.m. even if the Mother nature doesn’t agree.
Cory Ryan with Cumulus Broadcast will emcee the Official Tree Lighting Ceremony, which will be located at the fountain entrance of the parking garage. Bossier City Mayor Lorenz Walker will be on hand for the event.
“The holidays in Shreveport-Bossier are meant to be enjoyed with family,” said Stacy Brown, president of the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau. “That’s why you find something to see and do almost every night from the official lighting ceremony until the end of the year.”
The riverfront areas on both sides of the Red River will offer fun with shopping and programmed activities on the Boardwalk to new events like the laser show at Barnwell Garden and Art Center and toy making workshops at Sci-Port: Louisiana’s Science Center.
Last year, the Barnwell introduced the community and visitors to a laser light show. Well, organizers of last year’s event have brought it back bigger than ever. There will be a fast-paced laser show every 20 minutes in the conservatory and constant kid activities outside on the patio. Local artists will be showcasing and selling their works for those looking for a one-of-a-kind gift.
In north Caddo Parish, Christmas on Caddo Fireworks Festival promises a grand fireworks display, starting at 3 p.m., Dec. 4 in Earl Williamson Park in Oil City. This is the area’s only fireworks extravaganza.
Shreveport-Bossier has so much happening. Other great events include: Benton on the Square Festival, Dec. 11; Highland Home Tours, Dec. 11-12; and Christmas in Roseland, Nov. 26-28; Dec. 3-5; Dec. 10-12; Dec. 17-19.
For more holiday related events in Shreveport-Bossier visit www.holidaytrailoflights.com.
