Press Releases

Tourist Commission Offering Advertising Grants for Parish Festivals

Monday, January 25th, 2010

Natchitoches, Louisiana….Advertising grants up to $1,500 are available for festivals held in Natchitoches Parish. Grant deadline is Friday February 12, 2010.
Guidelines for the grants are available by clicking the link below or by calling (318) 352-8072 or (800) 259-1714. Guidelines and applications are also available at the Information Center, located at 781 Front [...]

Bed & Breakfast Specials

Monday, January 18th, 2010

Prices good through 01/06/10 - 02/28/10 with the mention of this promotion
Wheelwright Inn Bed and Breakfast
http://www.wheelwrightinn.com
Sunday thru Thursday only. Save 20%
Call for additional info 318-356-9175
Regular Rate: $235.00
Discount Rate: $188.00
Savings: 20%
Chez des Amis
http://www.chezdesamis.com
$10 per night off during January and February with mention of this promotion.
Two-night minimum February 12/13.
Samuel Guy House
http://www.samuelguyhouse.com
Sunday through Thursday [...]

45 Nights of Christmas Lights Continues

Monday, December 14th, 2009

Natchitoches, Louisiana…If you haven’t made a visit to Natchitoches this Christmas season, then you are not too late. The City’s “45 Nights of Christmas Lights,” or “Festival of Lights” as it has been known over the last few years, is not over. The majority of visitors to the city veer for the historic [...]

Thunder on the River Christian Motorcycle Rally October 16-18

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

Natchitoches, Louisiana - Thunder on the River Christian Motorcycle Rally riders will roll into downtown Natchitoches Oct. 16-18. Paul Lever Ministries founder estimates the event will attract from 5,000-8,000 motorcyclists.
In addition to activities downtown, the motorcyclists will leave Natchitoches, tour plantations and visit the Alligator Park.
Thunder on the River activities begin at noon Friday, Oct. [...]

Adai Caddo Indian Pow Wow Cancelled

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

Natchitoches, Louisiana - The Adai Caddo Indian Pow Wow that was scheduled for Saturday, October 17 has been cancelled. Large amounts of rain in the past two weeks has caused flooding in the Adai Cultural Center’s grounds and parking area. To contact the Center call (877) 472-1007.

Fall Tour of Homes/St. Augustine Church Fair This Weekend

Monday, October 5th, 2009

NATCHITOCHES, LOUISIANA… Experience the charm of Louisiana’s original French colony during the 55th Annual Fall Pilgrimage on October 9-11, 2009 in Natchitoches Parish.
The tour, presented by the Association for the Preservation of Historic Natchitoches, showcases national historic homes and plantations; some of these sites are not normally open to the public.
The Candlelight Tour is [...]

Creole Heritage Celebration Oct. 9

Monday, October 5th, 2009

NATCHITOCHES, LOUISIANA … The Creole Heritage Center will host their 16th annual Creole Heritage Celebration on October 9, 2009 in historic downtown Natchitoches.
The Celebration’s theme is Celebrate Creole and will offer for the first time this year a Creole Language forum. The forum, titled “we know what we speak” will be held at [...]

Classic Cars Visit Downtown Natchitoches This Weekend

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

Natchitoches, LA – The Historic District Business Association is hosting the 3rd Annual “Return to the 50s” Classic Car Show on Saturday, October 3, 2009 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature vintage cars up to 1982 displayed along the historic Front Street overlooking scenic Cane River Lake.
Other events throughout the [...]

Robeline, LA to Celebrate Heritage This Weekend

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

Nachitoches, La – Robeline, La., will host its annual Heritage Festival on Friday, October 2 and Saturday, October 3, 2009, in downtown Robeline.
The 18th Annual Robeline Heritage Festival will showcase musical entertainment, performances, food, competitions, demonstrations, games, fun, and a parade!
Friday night is dedicated to young people from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. [...]

2009 Festival of Lights Brochure Now Available

Tuesday, August 18th, 2009

Natchitoches - Natchitoches has released the new 2009 Christmas Festival brochure with calendar of events for the Festival of Lights.
The brochure includes times, dates, entertainment lineups, admission information and Holiday Tour of Homes information.
This year marks the 83rd Anniversary of the Festival of Lights. The city and parish are waiting in anticipation for [...]