2025 Official Visitor Guide to Shreveport-Bossier, Louisiana is published by Visit Shreveport-Bossier. All cities are within Louisiana, unless otherwise specified. Information
Where Culinary Excellence Meets Southern Charm
Shreveport's Culinary Mastermind, Chef Anthony Felan, combines his award-winning skills and French-inspired dishes to life. With numerous accolades to his name, Chef Anthony combines local ingredients with classic French techniques, creating an unforgettable dining experience that celebrates the best of both worlds. From perfectly seared steaks to delightful seasonal specials, every dish is cra ed to perfection.
Music
Shreveport-Bossier’s music roots run deep.
If you want to be entertained, there is no shortage of options. Whether it’s a jazz date night or an evening of rock with friends, Shreveport-Bossier sets the stage for unforgettable musical experiences.
The beautiful and iconic Municipal Auditorium on Elvis Presley Avenue has a storied history. The Art Deco building was the birthplace of the Louisiana Hayride, a radio show heard far and wide in the 1940s and ‘50s. Shreveport’s own Hank Williams performed his hits “Jambalaya” and “Lovesick Blues” on the show. The Hayride, the Municipal and Shreveport-Bossier are credited with launching many music careers, including “The King of Rock ‘N Roll,” Elvis Presley and Shreveport native, James Burton, who served as guitarist and band leader for Elvis until the King passed in 1977.
Live music can be found throughout the week at various restaurants such as Noble Savage Tavern in downtown Shreveport and Sweet Caroline’s Dueling Piano Bar at the Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets. Large outdoor venues like Hurricane Alley in the East Bank Arts District and The Stage at Silver Star in north Bossier often bring both seasoned professionals and emerging talents to the area.
Shreveport-Bossier’s music festival scene is robust and known to unite local and world-renowned artists at popular events such as Prize Foundation’s Music Fest, Red River Revel and Highland Jazz & Blues Festival. Read more about festivals on page 54.
View nightlife listings on page 46
Municipal Auditorium
Music Prize Fest
find your music!
Sweet Caroline’s Dueling Piano Bar
Bear’s
Live Music
Discover the Heartbeat of Live Music in Shreveport-Bossier.
The music never stops in Shreveport-Bossier! With our history tied to legends like James Burton, Hank Williams and Elvis Presley, this community inspires both aspiring artists and hobby musicians alike. From intimate venues featuring live bands to electrifying performances on larger stages, the city’s rich musical heritage and diverse sounds offer something for everyone to enjoy.
Ready for a night of unforgettable music and cocktails? Head to Sweet Caroline’s Dueling Piano Bar at the Louisiana Boardwalk Outlet, where two talented performers, a lively stage and a crowd full of energy create a one-of-a-kind experience. Every show is unique, with the crowd always part of the fun. It’s the perfect spot to make lasting memories and enjoy an evening like no other!
Hurricane Alley Live
The Noble Savage
Fatty Arbuckles
Sweet Caroline’s Dueling Piano Bar
Casinos
A world-class gaming destination: Shreveport-Bossier.
Our riverfront casinos offer a blend of thrills, luxury and entertainment. Experience the electrifying energy of slot machines, the strategic challenge of table games and the lavish comfort of first-rate hotels.
Bally’s Shreveport Casino & Hotel offers the thrill of modern gaming with a diverse selection of slot machines, table games and live poker tournaments.
Boomtown Bossier City Casino & Hotel is a classic choice for enjoyment and entertainment, with two floors of gaming, various slot machines and table games and a world-class poker room.
Horseshoe Bossier City Hotel & Casino is a luxurious experience with an upscale lobby, gourmet dining and remarkable entertainment. Marvel at the famous $1 million wall display of $100 bills on your way to the expansive casino.
Live! Casino & Hotel Bossier City’s newest casino boasts an impressive array of amenities. The destination features 1,000+ state-of-the-art slot machines, 40+ live-action table games and a cutting-edge sportsbook.
Louisiana Downs Casino & Racetrack is a unique destination with more than 100 days of live horse racing each year, over 300 gaming machines and a FanDuel sportsbook.
Margaritaville Resort Casino offers an island-inspired adventure with refreshing margaritas, live music and a colorful casino floor. Stay in the vibrant suites and enjoy numerous amenities, including a spa, pool and tropical bar.
Feel the adrenaline rush at Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino as you spin the reels of over 700 slots or bet on the tables in the spacious casino.
Horseshoe Bossier City Hotel & Casino
Louisiana Downs Casino & Racetrack
LIVE! Casino & Hotel
Bally’s Shreveport Casino & Hotel
Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino
Boomtown Bossier City Casino & Hotel
Margaritaville Resort Casino
UNVE ILI NG LOUISI AN A’S U LTI MATE EN TERTAI NMEN T EXPER I ENCE !
Bossier City’s newest, premier casino and hotel, Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana, boasts an impressive array of amenities. Situated along the picturesque Red River and adjacent to Shreveport, our destination features 1,000+ state-of-the-art slot machines and 40+ live action table games. All of this creates an exhilarating gaming experience! Guests can enjoy a cutting-edge sportsbook and revel in the luxury style pool and a fully equipped fitness center. Enhance your stay with best-in-class dining options and entertainment venues, promising an unforgettable visit!
Happy Hour
Raise a glass in Shreveport-Bossier.
Sip, savor and relax at happy hour destinations around Shreveport-Bossier. With creative cocktails and mocktails, welcoming atmospheres and a variety of flavors to explore, you’ll find the perfect spot to toast.
Bourbon Bar is a unique bar that offers delicious cocktails crafted from all different types of spirits and of course lots of bourbon! Pouring over 70 bourbon labels and 35 beer options, it’s the perfect place to unwind and enjoy your drink in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Bourbon Bar has happy hour specials available 7 days a week!
Abby Singer’s Bistro
Superior Steakhouse
Beer
Love craft Beer?
Shreveport-Bossier is home to four acclaimed craft brewery locations, some even offer tasting rooms and brewery tours. Flying Heart Brewing & Pub is known for fresh pizza, pretzels, and patio games for all ages. Families often spend evenings enjoying the live music and beer selections. Seltzer-lovers of the friend group fall in love with the selection at Seventh Tap East Bank Taproom. The fruited sours, lagers, and seltzers are all brewed locally and pair excellently with the mouthwatering smash burgers served at this location, which sits next door to Hurricane Alley where live music is found almost daily. Flying Heart and Seventh Tap East Bank are in the East Bank Arts District in Bossier City.
Seventh Tap Brewing Project has another location near the Highland area in Shreveport. This location is a popular venue for events and music shows of various sizes. The favored drink options are available at this location, in addition to pop-up food options. Great Raft Brewing is also located in this Highland area, and was one of the first breweries to establish in Shreveport-Bossier. Great Raft is home to the iconic 318 Golden Ale, and a line of signature brews. Dripp Hot Chicken resides inside Great Raft for a delicious meal option.
craft your Trip!
Seventh Tap East Bank
Flying Heart Brewing & Pub
Art HISTORY &
Inspiration around every corner.
The art scene in Shreveport-Bossier is as vibrant and diverse as the people who call it home. Art is everywhere, from the cutting-edge contemporary exhibits at Artspace “the fine arts center” to the classic Louisiana history dioramas at the Louisiana State Exhibit Museum and the iconic American and European masterpieces at the R.W. Norton Art Gallery. Be sure to keep an eye out for the city’s many public murals, which transform streets into open-air galleries, adding a layer of artistic narrative to every corner. The arts are widely supported throughout the community by multiple organizations such as the Shreveport Regional Arts Council, Bossier Arts Council and Sanctuary Glass Studios where visitors can take a glass-blowing class to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
A richly rooted history on the mighty red river.
Shreveport-Bossier’s past whispers from its landmarks. Antioch Baptist Church, the city’s first Black church, stands tall, a testament to resilience. The Municipal Auditorium, home of the legendary Louisiana Hayride stage that first introduced Elvis Presley to the world, still echoes with legends. Oakland Cemetery, with its Civil War soldiers, and Star Cemetery, the resting place of early Black leaders, offer quiet histories to explore. At the Municipal Auditorium, snap an Insta-worthy selfie with statues of blues icon Huddie “Leadbelly” Ledbetter and the King himself, Elvis Presley.
1. A Call to Action Mural
2. Shreveport Regional Arts Council - Art the Dalmatian
3. Ar tspace
4. From Shreveport With Love Mural
5. Millenium Mural
6. Bossier Arts Council Blowing Bubbles Mural
7. Louisiana State Exhibit Museum
8. Southern University Museum of Art
9. Antioch Baptist Church
10. Municipal Auditorium
11. Civil Rights Trail - Little Union Baptist Church
12. R.W. Norton Art Gallery take a trip of inspiration
Festivals
Here in Shreveport-Bossier
we live every day like it’s
a festival.
It often is. We have so many reasons to celebrate, some days we don’t even need one. Shreveport-Bossier is home to more than 60 of Louisiana’s 400+ festivals. Just about any time of year, you’ll find food, fun and of course, music.
Kick the year off with Louisiana’s #1 festival and come enjoy Mardi Gras — Shreveport-Bossier style. Our parades are for all ages!
Celebrate the start of summer with a huge plate of crawfish at Mudbug Madness, a three-day Cajun festival featuring mouthwatering cuisine and festive music. The Red River Balloon Rally fills the sky in July with colorful hot air balloons, offering breathtaking views and family-friendly fun.
Stroll the tents filled with artists from around the nation and their diverse artwork at Red River Revel in the fall. The State Fair of Louisiana can guarantee food that is delicious, fried and served on a stick to ensure your throwing hand is free to win at any carnival game. Then wrap up the year when winter comes and load up your sleigh for Holidays on the Red, a series of events that include jolly fun for all ages, from firework shows to a wonderland of lights.
View event listings on page 54
Mudbug Madness
Mardi Gras
plan your Fest!
Festival Plaza
Rockets Over the Red
Red River Revel
State Fair of Louisiana
Highland Jazz & Blues Festival
Red River Balloon Rally
Shopping
From fine antiques to frilly frocks, you’ll find all the shopping you desire in Shreveport-Bossier.
Find the cutest outfit at locally owned boutiques like Simply Chic and Absolutely Abigails. Looking for gifts? Lewis Gifts, Enchanted Garden, 318 Art & Frame and Tubb’s Hardware might be your destination. For easy walkability and a variety of options for shopping and dining, visit The Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets and The Shoppes at Bellemead. If your passion is vintage inspired, visiting one of the many antique shops in Shreveport-Bossier should be on your to-do list. Popular shops like Kings Antiques & More, Timeline Antiques and Antiques on Gladstone have treasures to keep you antiquing for days. Popular shopping outlets like Aldi, Sam’s Club and Whole Foods can suit all of your grocery needs.
View shopping listings on page 58
The Enchanted Garden
Shops at Bellemead
Antiques on Gladstone
Agora Borealis
Apparel
Outdoors
Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! Shreveport-Bossier is your gateway to adventure and this guide is your ticket to unforgettable experiences in Sportsman’s Paradise.
American Rose Center
For a garden unlike any other, visit the American Rose Center. Wander through the nation’s largest park dedicated to roses, featuring a vast variety of roses across over 100 acres.
Arthur Ray Teague Multi-Use Trail
Discover this 9.2-mile route perfect for road biking, running and walking. It offers a peaceful path along the riverfront, away from the hustle and bustle, making it an ideal escape for nature lovers.
Bill Cockrell Park Tennis
Featuring 10 hard courts, Cockrell Park has a pleasant atmosphere and is large enough to accommodate any size event. This facility boasts a gymnasium, recreation center, picnic area and swimming pool.
Caddo Lake
Caddo Lake, spanning the Texas-Louisiana border, is a breathtaking natural wonder renowned for its enchanting beauty and rich biodiversity. Famous for its expansive maze of bayous and waterways, towering bald cypress trees draped in Spanish moss, creates a magical atmosphere for outdoor enthusiasts. Known as a haven for fishing, kayaking, and wildlife observation, the lake is teeming with vibrant ecosystems and rare bird species.
Clyde Fant Bike Trail
This 11.1-mile trail offers a scenic route for birding, road biking and running, with a serene atmosphere that invites outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds.
Clyde Fant Memorial Disc Golf Course
This beautiful park course is located off the Red River and is relatively flat with rolling hills and steep drainage ditches. The course has all-day lighting.
Cross Lake
Cross Lake is a man-made 8,575-acre lake located near Shreveport, Louisiana. The reservoir provides the water supply for the City of Shreveport. Moss covered cypress trees line the banks of this open lake popular for fishing and recreational boating.
Cypress Black Bayou Park & Recreation Area
Located just north of Shreveport, this park offers a plethora of activities, from water skiing and boating to camping and fishing. Enjoy a day at the beach, have a picnic or explore the zoo – this park has it all.
East Ridge Country Club
The East Ridge Country Club features a par 71, 18 hole, 6,831 yard course. The Country Club also provides amenities such as a banquet hall that seats 650 occupants, a fullyequipped kitchen and two additional meeting spaces available for pre and post tournament meetings.
Ford Park Memorial Disc Golf Course
The Disc Golf Course at Ford Park offers a championship layout. It is a 7,155 feet, 18hole, par 56 course. Ford Park is one of Shreveport’s most attended parks, featuring two recreational ballfields, two playgrounds, a tennis court, walking track and a fishing pier on Cross Lake. There is plenty of space for large family events with covered picnic areas and bathroom facilities.
Gators & Friends
Interact with exotic animals from around the world and race Go-Karts in a nature setting.
God’s Country Resort
A premier luxury campground and RV Park of 53+ acres with a pool, jumping pillows playground and more. Glamping wagons, teepees and cabins are available for guests to make memories that will last a lifetime.
Highland Disc Golf Course
Highland Park Disc Golf Course is hilly and moderately wooded. It is 2,500 feet, nine-hole, par 27 course featuring elevation changes. Located in Highland Park which features picnic areas, a tennis court, playground, walking trails and a bike path.
Huntington Park Golf Courses
Huntington is a par 72, 18 hole, 7,294 yard course featuring three sets of tee boxes that promote a fun and challenging golf experience.
Lake Bistineau State Park
Situated on the shores of Lake Bistineau, this park offers breathtaking natural beauty, hiking and biking trails, playgrounds, camping, cabins and fishing opportunities.
North Bossier Tennis Center
North Bossier Tennis Center, twice named “Outstanding Tennis Facility” by USTA, features 16 courts (10 soft and 6 hard surfaced) and a clubhouse complete with meeting space and pro-shop.
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Northwood Hill Country Club
Northwood Hills Country Club provides excellent customer service to groups of all sizes and offers a beautifully manicured 18 hole, par 72 course. From the back tee the course is 6,694 yards, perfect for golfers of all skill levels.
Pierremont Oaks Tennis Center
Pierremont Oaks Tennis Center offers 21 courts (12 soft and 9 hard surfaced) and is a favorite for USTA events, including the Boys / Girls 16’s Intersectionals. The Center offers food and beverage services, meeting rooms and banquet space all in one convenient location.
Querbes Park Golf Course
Historic Querbes is a challenging par 71, 18 hole, 6,207 yard course with small elevated greens and tree lined fairways.
Querbes Tennis Club
Querbes Tennis Center is competition ready with six clay courts and five hard courts, two racquetball courts and a backboard complex with two mini courts. This tennis center is host to numerous USTA events, as well as state and regional tournaments and championships.
Red River
The Red River is a fisherman’s dream! Teeming with catfish, bass and white perch, the Red River is a challenging and exciting gateway to adventure. Host of the 2009 and 2012 Bassmaster Classic, this river is becoming the most popular destination for anglers and boaters to visit and enjoy. Asphalt trails along the Red River allow for cycling and running events.
Red River South Marina
Host of the 2009 and 2012 Bassmaster Classic, Red River South Marina offers two double boat ramps, covered slip rentals, 36 rental cabins, 49 RV rental spots, live bait and tackle convenience store, on-water fuel and diesel island, large pavilion and a 200 vehicle parking lot.
Red River Wildlife Refuge
Dive into wildlife wonders and trails just minutes from I-20. Explore the visitor center exhibits, meander through trails or go hunting and fishing.
Richard Fleming Park
Located on Cross Lake, this beautiful 15acre park provides two boat ramps, 60-foot dock, paved parking, handicapped-accessible fishing pier, picnic tables with grills, a pavilion and two playgrounds. Cross Lake is known for producing some of the largest largemouth bass in the area. This cypress lined lake is an excellent location for anglers, skiers and sailing enthusiasts.
Southern HillS Tennis Club
Southern Hills Tennis Center offers a pro-shop, 10 hard courts, a practice backboard and six quick start courts. This complex was selected by USTA as an area training center for top ranked junior athletes in North Louisiana.
Southern Trace Country Club
Designed by Arthur Hills, this 7,015 yard, par 72 course has been voted the No.1 course in Louisiana according to Golf Digest and provides both an onsite club and restaurant. Home course to professional golfer David Toms, Southern Trace provides varying landscapes that make each hole an enjoyable and challenging experience.
Stonebridge Tennis Club
The Stonebridge Tennis Club offers six lighted clay tennis courts perfect to host competitive team play for both adult and youth players. Stonebridge combines the competition of the sport with the luxury of a retreat.
The Crooked Hollow Golf Club
The Crooked Hollow Golf Club is a par 72, 18 hole, 6,585 yard course featuring a log cabin club house, on-site restaurant, snack bar and pro-shop. This facility provides everything needed to host tournaments, including registration assistance, catering and establishing a tournament format for your event.
The Golf Club at Stonebridge
This course offers five different sets of tees to provide a fun and challenging experience for golfers of any level. The course was designed by PGA pro Fred Couples and the award-winning architect Gene Bates. Together they created a course with narrow fairways, sand traps, a dense tree population and a championship tee that stretches over 7,000 yards.
Walter B. Jacobs Nature Park Memorial
Explore an easy 1.8-mile loop trail near Blanchard. Ideal for birding, hiking and running, Walter B. Jacobs is a tranquil escape into nature’s embrace.
Boom BUST byway OR
Discover Louisiana’s vibrant heritage up close on the Boom or Bust Byway.
Slow down, take the back roads and make some memories while you explore the small towns along this 136-mile scenic byway.
There are biking paths, tranquil fishing spots, charming antique shops and cozy local diners. This journey is perfect for families, retirees and young adventurers to get off the beaten path and inhale the outdoors. You’ll see mysterious bayous, shady forests and rich, productive farmland where the Caddo tribe once inhabited. During summertime, the tall sunflower fields are beautifully blinding with shades of gold, making for a picture-perfect backdrop.
Detour to one of the many quaint local diners along the route and dig into plates of fried chicken, catfish or chicken fried steak with green beans, okra, sweet potatoes and cornbread. You’ll discover hidden treasures in the shops and fascinating history in the museums.
The Boom or Bust Byway is a story that unfolds as you travel. You will see evidence of the economic booms and busts of northwest Louisiana, much of it due to the oil and gas industry. The communities here have a history of resilience and innovation as they transformed their way of living through the ups and downs. The route shares many fascinating stories of the unbridled American spirit.
With the state parks, national wildlife management areas, refuges, forest and recreational areas, the Boom or Bust Byway offers a robust outdoor recreation opportunity for camping, boating, tubing, fishing, bird watching, skiing, canoeing, kayaking, wildlife viewing, hiking, biking, picnicking and just simply enjoying the great outdoors to commune with nature.
plan your road trip!
Sunflower Trail
Antique Shopping
Huddie Ledbetter gravesite
Louisiana State Oil & Gas Museum
Boom or Bust Byway
Neighborhoods
Downtown Shreveport
Downtown’s vibrancy is defined by riverfront casinos, dynamic art exhibits and the iconic Festival Plaza, where events like the Red River Revel and the Shreveport Farmers’ Market are hosted. Sci-Port and the Shreveport Aquarium delight both the young and young at heart. Robinson Film Center and Abby Singer’s Bistro offer the perfect blend of film and fine dining.
Bossier Riverfront
Stroll along the riverfront, where the Louisiana Boardwalk offers a premier shopping, dining and entertainment experience. Perfectly situated at the heart of Shreveport-Bossier, this area is a gateway to two bustling entertainment districts and four thrilling casinos, all within a convenient two-mile radius.
East Bank District
Escape the Rougarou and chill with a snoball at Streetcar Station. Sip brews at Flying Heart Brewery and savor bites at Frozen Pirogue and BeauxJax Crafthouse. Feel the groove at Hurricane Alley and aim for excitement with axe throwing at Bayou Axe.
Highland District
In Shreveport’s most diverse neighborhood, expect the unexpected. Explore historic homes turned businesses and join the fun at the unique Krewe of Highland Mardi Gras parade. Admire the charm of Colonial Revival, Queen Anne and bungalow/craftsman homes dating to 1875. Savor a meal at Marilynn’s Place or Ki’ Mexico, two beloved spots by locals.
south highland
As the most historic neighborhood of Shreveport, many beautiful homes and vast gardens can be seen while driving through the area. Residents often walk to nearby, local businesses like Rhino Coffee Uptown, Bistro To Go and Superior Steakhouse.
Shreveport Aquarium
Eastbank
Streetcar Station
Krewe of Highland Mardi Gras Parade
North Bossier
Embrace the charm of this growing area along Airline Drive, where rustic Louisiana comes to life. Uncover hidden boutiques, cozy eateries and countryside homes. Nearby, enjoy the tranquility of Benton and Cypress Black Bayou Park.
Central Bossier
Experience culinary excellence at 2Johns Steak and Seafood, or Ralph & Kacoo’s where Louisiana seafood has been served for over 40 years. Shop for Mardi Gras souvenirs at Tubbs Hardware and Cajun Gifts. Treat yourself to one of the many retail therapy at locally owned boutiques.
South Bossier
A boulevard away from central Bossier’s excitement and a bridge away from Shreveport’s shopping hub, you’ll find top-tier entertainment at Brookshire Grocery Arena and the serene trails of the Red River Wildlife Refuge. Visit the Barksdale Air Force Base for air shows and mud runs or venture east to discover O.F.F. Limits Paintball in Elm Grove and the historic Taylortown Reception Hall, a beloved wedding venue on the edge of Bossier City.
North Shreveport
North Shreveport’s main artery is North Market Street. Savor the flavors of Taylor’s Catering, a beloved soul food restaurant with 20 years of tradition. Drive farther north and the road becomes Louisiana Highway 1 which leads to the National Scenic Boom or Bust Byway where you’ll encounter charming rural attractions, RV parks, historic landmarks and more.
Southeast Shreveport
Prominent neighborhoods like Broadmoor, Shreve Island and Shreve City shape this area. Home to Louisiana State University Shreveport, it’s a hub for retail giants, local eateries and the upscale Shoppes at Bellemead.
West Shreveport
Home to the Shreveport Regional Airport, this area invites you to savor year-round attractions. Dine with a view at Orlandeaux’s Café on Cross Lake. See alligators in action at Gators and Friends Adventure Park and explore the beauty of the American Rose Center, the nation’s largest rose park.
Southern Loop & Provenance
Off Interstate-49, the Southern Loop and Ellerbe Road frame an upscale area of Shreveport. Enjoy golf at East Ridge Country Club or Southern Trace Country Club. Provenance area boasts a park, shops, a farmers markets and restaurants for sophisticated palettes. Try El Cabo Verde for upscale Mexican cuisine, Windrush Grill for great burgers and desserts.
plan your trip!
Tubbs Hardware & Cajun Gifts
Shoppes at Bellemead
Norton Art Gallery
El Cabo Verde
Neighborhood Guide District &
Major Points of Interest
Gators and Friends Adventure Park
American Rose Center
Shreveport Regional Airport
Louisiana State Fairgrounds and Independence Stadium
Shreveport Convention Center
Riverview Hall and Theater
Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets
Bossier Civic Center
Brookshire Grocery Arena
Adventure
Is adrenaline your middle name?
There are so many things to get your heart racing with excitement in Shreveport-Bossier! In Gilliam, Louisiana (along the scenic Boom or Bust Byway of North Louisiana), visitors can enjoy the life changing thrill of free-falling at Skydive Louisiana. Risen Rock Climbing Gym is the perfect area for fun-seekers of all ages with rope walls speed climbing rock walls, kids’ fun climbing walls, and more. Need your kids to get out that extra energy? Bring the family to jump around at Adventure Fun Park where fun for all ages can be had on the wall-to-wall trampoline facility featuring ninja course activities, dodgeball and more! At Gators and Friends Adventure Park, travelers can pet a baby alligator, race go-karts and witness alligators wrestle during daily feedings!
Risen Rock Climbing Gym
Gators and Friends Adventure Park
Altitude Trampoline Park
Event Venues
Discover unforgettable event venues in Shreveport-Bossier.
From historic landmarks and elegant ballrooms to modern meeting spaces and outdoor settings, there’s a venue to suit any occasion. Whether you’re planning a conference, celebration, or gathering, you’ll find the ideal space to bring your vision to life in Shreveport-Bossier.
View event venues listings on page 80
North Market Venue
Scottish Rite Cathedral
601 Spring Street
American Rose Center
Shreveport Aquarium
The Stables at Saint Terre
Silver Lake Ballroom
Accessibility
Shreveport-Bossier: Where Accessibility Meets Adventure.
In Shreveport-Bossier, accessibility is at the heart of fun and exploration. Our sister cities cities are committed to providing memorable experiences for all. Sci-Port Discovery Center caters to curious minds of all kinds. A collaboration with Shreveport Mudbugs Hockey brings an innovative sensory room to life during games at Hirsch Memorial Coliseum, ensuring an inclusive and enjoyable experience for every visitor. The Shreveport Aquarium offers sensory bags and noise-canceling headphones, ensuring a comfortable journey through marine wonders.
Art and nature are accessible to everyone at Artspace, Central ARTSTATION and Caddo Common Park. The R.W. Norton Art Gallery enhances your art exploration with complimentary wheelchair loans. SporTran buses, equipped with wheelchair lifts, make traveling around our cities seamless and stress-free.
Artspace
Sci-Port Discovery Center
Central Artstation
Mudbugs Hockey at Hirsch Memorial Coliseum
Caddo Common Park
Pet-Friendly
Treat your pet (and yourself) in
In Shreveport-Bossier, pets aren’t just companions—they’re family! Many local breweries and restaurants warmly welcome your four-legged friends, offering pet-friendly dining outdoor spaces perfect for sharing good times together.
Ki Mexico, a trendy Mexican soul food restaurant where you can savor delicious items with an innovative twist on flavors and combinations of ingredients, all paired with excellent and friendly service. Bring your furry companion and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere on the petfriendly patio.
Fat Calf Brasserie
Frank’s Pizza Napoletana
Flames Mediterranean Restaurant
Teja’s Kitchen Bar Patio
Flavor, STYLE FOR TWO CITIES. ENOUGH AND SOUL
Indulge your senses in the diverse culinary wonders of Shreveport-Bossier. From sizzling Cajun and Creole delights to savory Southern comforts, each bite tells a tale of our region’s unique culture. Join us on an adventure as we celebrate the artistry of our local chefs, the warmth of our dining establishments and the unforgettable blend of cultures that make Shreveport-Bossier a destination for food enthusiasts.
SALSICCIA
Frank’s Pizza Neapolitan
At Frank’s, everything is made from scratch and blasted in the wood fire oven for a true Italy-style meal.
SHREVEPORT-STYLE STUFFED SHRIMP
Orlandeaux’s Café
These large, succulent shrimp are stuffed with fiery Creole dressing, deepfried and served with a spicy tartar sauce.
BOILED CRAWFISH
B&D Seafood
Uber-casual roadside seafood joint serving up seasonal Louisiana favorites like boiled crawfish, shrimp, blue crabs and more.
KING CAKE CHEESECAKE
Sugar Sheaux
Homemade vanilla-almond cheesecake with cinnamon swirl and vanilla cookie crust! Topped with white chocolate, colored sprinkles and a homemade buttercream.
GUMBO
marilynn’s Place
A dark full-bodied gumbo with Louisiana gulf shrimp, crab, oysters and andouille.
QUESABROSA
Ki Mexico
The Quesabrosa is a sizzling skillet of melted cheese, served with your choice of flavorful toppings.
GRILLED SALMON SALAD ZUZUL
Zuzul’s coastal cuisine focuses on fresh, sustainable dishes inspired by coastal Latin America, as well as classic favorites.
Plan your Foodie tour!
KIDFriendly
Fun for the entire family!
Load up the car and head to Shreveport-Bossier for some quality family time. Kids of all ages will enjoy playing at Shreveport-Bossier’s many family-friendly attractions. Discover creatures of the deep at Shreveport Aquarium. Hold a baby alligator and enjoy a fun pony ride at Gators and Friends Adventure Park.
Explore space, do science experiments and catch a movie on the only IMAX Dome Theater in Louisiana at Sci-Port Discovery Center. Satisfy the sweet tooth with a caramel apple from The Chocolate Crocodile or a scoop of ice cream from Cold Stone. For the ultimate family experience, take a trip to Altitude Trampoline Park or Surge Entertainment by Drew Brees where a variety of games and activities are all in one place. Shreveport-Bossier also has traditional fun at Hot Wheels Skating Rink and Holiday Lanes bowling alley.
Sci-Port Discovery Center
Shreveport Aquarium
Gators and Friends Adventure Park
NIGHTLIFE
BARS
Artipsy Wine and Arts Bar
450 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Ste. 600, Shreveport
318-670-8217
www.artipsystudio.com
Bayou Thunder Saloon
1910 Market St., Shreveport
318-848-7732
www.facebook.com/ BayouThunderSaloon
Bear’s
1401 Fairfield Ave., Shreveport
318-606-4267
www.facebook.com/ bearsshreveport
Boomer’s Sports Lounge 7521 Hwy. 80, Princeton
318-615-5050
www.facebook.com/ boomerslounge
BOURBON BAR
8620 Youree Dr., Shreveport
318-848-7411
www.bourbonbarshreveport.com
Ernie’s Bar
205 Wall St., Shreveport 936-556-0707
www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100063544192694
End Zone Sports Bar
2216 Benton Rd., Bossier City
318-747-2773
www.facebook.com/ endzonebossier
Fast Eddie’s World Class Billiards
1701 Old Minden Rd., Ste. 1, Bossier City
318-734-4728
www.fasteddiesbilliards.com
Fatty Arbuckles Pub
450 Clyde Fant Memorial Pkwy., Shreveport
318-459-1448
www.fattyarbucklespub.top
Fumbles
3142 N. Market St., Shreveport
318-459-2911
www.facebook.com/ FumblesBarandGrill
J.O.S.H. Lounge
224 Spring St., Shreveport 318-681-9960
www.joshloungeshreveport.com
Lake Street Bar
315 Lake St., Shreveport
318-584-4817
www.lakestreetbar.net
Lucky Joe’s Lounge
639 E. Kings Hwy., Shreveport 318-861-2151
www.facebook.com/LuckyJoes13
Muddy Waters Sports Bar & Grille 5000 Benton Rd., Bossier City 318-741-7635
Royalty Cigar & Hookah Lounge
211 Texas St., Shreveport 469-601-1764
www.facebook.com/royaltylounge
Strange Brew
235 Wall St., Shreveport 318-222-2337
www.facebook.com/strangebrewsport
Stray Cat
222 Travis St., Shreveport 318-424-4747
www.facebook.com/straycatbar
The Cub
3002 Girard St., Shreveport 318-868-9686
www.thecubloungeandgrille.com
The Korner Lounge
800 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport 318-222-9796
www.instagram.com/ kornerlounge/
The Round Bar
3044 Youree Dr., Shreveport 318-300-4958
www.facebook.com/TheRoundBar
The Sandbar Shreveport 415 Spring St., Shreveport 318-212-1718
www.facebook.com/sandbar318
Tiki Bar and Grill
639 E. Kings Hwy., Shreveport 318-868-6355
www.facebook.com/tikishreveport
WINE & SPIRITS
On Cloud Wine Winery
6936 Buncombe Rd., Shreveport 318-687-9816
www.oncloudwineonline.com
TONY’S BEVERAGES
6241 Line Ave., Shreveport 318-861-1127
www.facebook.com/ tonysbeverages
We Olive & Wine Bar
6535 Youree Dr., Ste. 501, Shreveport
318-210-0477
2620 Beene Blvd., Bossier City 318-562-3617 www.weolive.com
Vintage Wine Bar & Spirits 6535 Line Ave., Ste. 150, Shreveport 318-868-5566 www.chiantirestaurant.net
Great Raft Brewing 1251 Dalzell St., Shreveport 318-734-9881 www.greatraftbrewing.com
The Seventh Tap 2640 Linwood Ave., Shreveport 318-754-4471 www.theseventhtap.com
THINGS TO DO
ATTRACTIONS
Adventure Fun Park
424 Ashley Ridge Blvd., Shreveport
318-606-2367
www.adventure-shreveport.com
Altitude Trampoline Park
2917 Douglas Dr., Bossier City
318-716-1711
www.altitudebossier.com
Bayou Axe Co.
509 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City
318-588-5095 www.bayouaxe.com
Escape Shreveport-Bossier
8856 Youree Dr., Ste. A, Shreveport
2708 Plantation Dr., Bossier City
318-564-8668 www.escapesbc.com
Fun Zone
400 Texas St., Shreveport
318-759-7567
www.facebook.com/funzoneceo
High Gravity Glassworks
1120 Texas Ave., Shreveport
318-582-1424
www.highgravityglassworks.com
Holiday Lanes
3316 Old Minden Rd., Bossier City
318-746-7331
www.bowlholidaylanes.com
Hot Wheels Skating Place
3000 Old Minden Rd., Bossier City
318-747-5095
www.sbhotwheels.com
Laugh Out Loud
Comedy Club
622 Commerce St., Shreveport
318-232-2656
www.lolcomedyshreveport.com
O.F.F. Limits Paintball
610 Robinson Rd., Elm Grove
318-987-2696
www.offlimitspaintball.com
Risen Rock Climbing Gym 1060 Chinaberry Ln., Bossier City
318-393-1655
www.risenrockclimbing.com
Sanctuary Glass Studio
421 Lake St., Shreveport
504-390-4377
www.facebook.com/ sanctuaryglassstudio
SB Rides
Various Locations
318-519-0957
www.socialbikerides.com
SCI-PORT DISCOVERY CENTER
820 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport
The science center features an IMAX Dome Theater, laser Space Dome Planetarium and Power of Play children’s museum themed around some of Shreveport-Bossier’s most iconic buildings. 318-424-3466 www.sci-port.org
SHREVEPORT AQUARIUM
601 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport
Travel through brightly colored coral reefs, creaking shipwrecks, dark ocean caves and tropical lagoons. Learn how underwater animals adapt in their environment and understand how you can make a difference in both their world and ours.
318-383-0601
www.shreveportaquarium.com
Shreveport Common
801 Crockett St., Shreveport
318-673-6537
www.shreveportcommon.com
Wonder Oasis Waterpark
7670 W. 70th St., Shreveport
318-591-4969
www.wonderoasiswaterpark.com
Surge Entertainment Center
2950 E. Texas St., Ste. C, Bossier City
318-678-5895
www.surgefun.com/locations/ bossier-city
GALLERIES & MUSEUMS
Artspace
708 Texas Ave., Shreveport
318-673-6535
www.artspaceshreveport.com
Bailey Art Gallery
214 Texas Ave., Shreveport
318-424-6764
www.bailey-gallery.com
Barksdale Global Power Museum
88 Shreveport Rd., Barksdale AFB
318-456-2840
www. barksdaleglobalpowermuseum.com
Bossier Arts Council
630 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City
The Bossier Arts Council is dedicated to promoting, supporting and providing cultural events and programming in order to enhance the quality of life and to develop a cultural identity for Bossier Parish.
318-741-8310
www.bossierarts.org
CHASING ACES GOLF
1111 West 2nd St., Bossier City
A family-friendly golf entertainment resort with multiple restaurants, bars, putting courses, high-tech driving bays, and a riverside Party Par-3 golf course where the music is always playing, the lights stay on past midnight, and tee time means party time!
www.chasingaces.golf
THINGS TO DO
Bossier Parish Library History Center
2206 Beckett St., Bossier City
318-746-7717
www.bossierlibrary.org
J. Bennett Johnston Waterway Regional Visitor Center
700 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport
318-677-2673
www.mvk.usace.army.mil
LOUISIANA STATE EXHIBIT MUSEUM
3015 Greenwood Rd., Shreveport
This museum displays Caddo Native American artifacts, a monumental fresco, dugout canoe and more than 20 unique dioramas that are nearly 80 years old. 318-632-2020 www.laexhibitmuseum.org
Louisiana State Oil & Gas Museum
200 S. Land Ave., Oil City 318-995-6845
www.townofoilcity.com
Meadows Museum of Art 2911 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport 318-869-5169 www.themeadowsmuseum.com
Northwest Louisiana Walk of Stars
500 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport www.walkofstars.org
Pamoja Art Society / Cultural Art Center
3806 Linwood Ave., Shreveport 318-638-8739
www.pamojaartsociety.org
R. W. Norton Art Gallery 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport 318-865-4201
www.rwnaf.org
Red River Crossroads Museum
12797 Main St., Gilliam 318-296-4303 www.redrivercrossroadshistorical. org
Shreveport Railroad Museum
142 N. Common St., Shreveport 318-221-3388
www.shreveportwaterworks.org/ railroad-museum
SHREVEPORT WATER WORKS MUSEUM
142 N. Common St., Shreveport
See an engineering marvel from the Victorian era. Shreveport Water Works Museum is a rare, intact steam-powered water works and is a National Historic Landmark. 318-221-3388
www.shreveportwaterworks.org
Southern University Museum of Art Shreveport
610 Texas St., Ste. 110, Shreveport 318-670-6631
www.sumashreveport.org
Spring Street Museum
525 Spring St., Shreveport 318-562-3128 www.springstreetmuseum.org
Talbot Medical Museum
2105 Airline Dr., Bossier City 318-212-8472
www.museum.wkhs.com
MOVIE THEATERS
Cinemark Tinseltown and XD 8400 Millicent Way, Shreveport 318-798-6488 www.cinemark.com
Regal Louisiana Boardwalk Stadium 14 & IMAX 2 River Colony Dr., Bossier City 844-462-7342 www.regmovies.com
Robinson Film Center 617 Texas St., Shreveport 318-459-4122
www.robinsonfilmcenter.org
SCI-PORT DISCOVERY CENTER IMAX
820 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport
The IMAX Dome Theatre at Sci-Port is the only IMAX Dome Theatre in the state of Louisiana. IMAX’s large film format combined with a curved screen three stories tall means the audience doesn’t just watch a movie – they are immersed in it. 318-424-3466 www.sci-port.org
TOURS & HISTORIC SITES
Antioch Baptist Church 1057 Texas Ave., Shreveport 318-222-7090 www.antioch1866church.org
Walk around the largest park dedicated to roses. Experience the recently completed $2 million renovation telling the story of the rose in America. Group tours available. 318-938-5402 www.rose.org
Asian Gardens of Shreveport 800 Texas Ave., Shreveport 318-401-8078
11441 Hwy. 80, Greenwood Gators and Friends invites your family to pet a baby alligator, ride ponies, enjoy a petting zoo, zip-line over alligators and race high-speed go-karts. 318-938-1199 www.gatorsandfriends.com
Red River National Wildlife Refuge
150 Eagle Bend Pt., Bossier City Explore the great outdoors at this nature conservation area protected by the National Wildlife Refuge. The center features six miles of walking trails, fishing and environmental education. 318-742-1219 www.fws.gov/refuge/red_river
Steve’s Snaketuary 440 Mars Dr., Shreveport 318-525-6241 www.stevessnaketuary.com
Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park 8012 Blanchard Furrh Rd., Shreveport 318-929-2806 www.caddoparks.org/map/walterb-jacobs-memorial-nature-park/ Southern Storage Centers 9200 Ellerbe Rd., Shreveport 318-865-4323 www.southernstoragecenters.com
FESTIVALS & ANNUAL EVENTS
JANUARY
Krewe of Harambee Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Mardi Gras Parade
Celebrating the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. in Mardi Gras style, this family-friendly parade features marching bands, dancers, stiltwalkers, dozens of floats and more. www.kreweofharambee.net
Krewe of Sobek Parade
This fun-filled afternoon features floats, bands, marching groups, drill teams, queens, kings, youth sports teams, homecoming courts and more. www.kreweofsobek.org
FEBRUARY
Krewe of Barkus and Meoux Pet Parade
Drawing more than 10,000 spectators a year, this huge parade of costumed critters is a chance for festive pet owners to celebrate Mardi Gras with their pets. www.barkusandmeoux.com
Krewe of Centaur Mardi Gras Parade
One of the largest parades in Louisiana, the Krewe of Centaur rolls 10 days before Fat Tuesday and features marching bands, brightly colored floats and more. This event is a Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event. www.kreweofcentaur.org
Krewe of Gemini Mardi Gras Parade
Parade attendees can catch limitless beads, trinkets, stuffed animals, toys and more from masked revelers on floats as they yell the age-old cry, “Throw me something, Mister!” This event is a Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event. www.kreweofgemini.com
Krewe of Highland Mardi Gras Parade
Shreveport’s most eccentric krewe welcomes everyone to attend this funky, family-friendly neighborhood parade, which is famous for its unpredictable throws including ramen noodles, moon pies and hot dogs. This event is a Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event. www.kreweofhighland.org
Red River Mardi Gras Bash
Groups of 10 or more will enjoy this exclusive party and front row experience hosted by Visit Shreveport-Bossier at the Krewe of Centaur Parade. Tickets include access to a climate-controlled tent, live entertainment, savory Cajun and Creole food, king cake, a commemorative Mardi Gras bead and t-shirt and more.
www.shreveportmardigras.com
Vivian Black History Festival and Parade
This parade celebrates African American history and culture. Visitors can also enjoy great music, food, family fun and good ol ’Southern hospitality. www.townofvivian.us
MARCH
Battle of the Gumbo Gladiators
Teams of Gumbo Gladiators from near and far will battle for the title of Ultimate Gumbo Gladiator. Gumbo categories include seafood, lagniappe and chicken and sausage. www.gumbogladiators.com
318 Restaurant Week
Enjoy one-night-only dining experiences throughout the week and dine at participating local restaurants for specials, including $10 breakfast, $15 lunch, and $25 dinner options, plus a new lagniappe category. www.318restaurantweek.com
APRIL
ArtBreak
ArtBreak features beautiful artwork from Caddo and Bossier Parish students and free, hands-on art activities. The largest children’s festival in the state, ArtBreak is a weekend of dance, music, theater, food, fun and a 5K race. www.artbreaksb.com
Bossier City Farmers Market (Saturdays, April-November)
The Bossier City Farmers Market is the first and only farmers market of its kind in the Shreveport-Bossier area and offers more than 150 vendor booths. www.bossiercityfarmersmarket.com
Cork - A Red River Revel Wine Event
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of wine tasting at Cork – A Red River Revel Wine Event. Adults can taste more than 80 wines from around the world with great jazz entertainment and sample food from local restaurants. www.redriverrevel.com/cork/
MAY
Shreveport Derby Day
Enjoy live music, lawn games, food, a raffle, a “best-dressed” contest, a bar serving traditional Kentucky Derby cocktails and more. www.derbydayshreveport.com
MUDBUG MADNESS FESTIVAL
Enjoy Cajun and Creole cuisine at the Mudbug Madness Festival. This is the premier crawfish festival in the South and features non-stop live Cajun and zydeco music, activities for children and delicious food. This festival is a Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event and an American Bus Association Top 100 event. www.mudbugmadness.com
JUNE
ARTini
Shake in a little imagination, stir in a lot of creativity and mix in some friendly competition. ARTini is live music, visual art, signature martinis and socializing served with a twist, presented by the Bossier Arts Council. www.bossierarts.org
Let the Good Times Roll
A weekend-long celebration of African American culture, Let The Good Times Roll Festival features performances by top names in soul, gospel, hip-hop and R&B. The festival was named a Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event because of its great lineup of music, food and art booths.
The Shreveport Farmers’ Market pavilion features vegetables, fruits, herbs, plants, honey and meats grown/raised within a 100-mile radius of Shreveport.
www.redriverrevel.com/farmersmarket
FESTIVALS & ANNUAL EVENTS
JULY
KTBS-3 Independence Day Festival
101 Crockett St., Shreveport
On July 4, Festival Plaza will come alive with the annual KTBS-3 Independence Day Festival. In honor of the United States military, this celebration features food, music, fireworks and more. www.ktbs.com
RED RIVER BALLOON RALLY
Bring family and friends to experience the hot air balloon glow, food, craft vendors, live music, kids carnival and fireworks to cap off the evening. www.redriverballoonrally.com
AUGUST
Geek’d Con
This event brings geeks of the Ark-La-Tex, comic book artists and stars of television and film together with video games, cosplay and more. www.geekdcon.com
Louisiana Soulfood Fall Festival
Enjoy three days of amazing Southern cuisine, live music, a vendors’ village, a soul food cooking competition and various awards for culinary excellence. www.louisianasoulfoodfallfestival.com
SEPTEMBER
Horses, trainers and riders come from around the country to compete at Harrah’s Louisiana Downs during the festival, which culminates in the Grade I Super Derby. www.ladowns.com
Highland Jazz and Blues Festival
Enjoy live jazz and blues performances by local and national artists, great food and local artwork. www.highlandjazzandblues.org
Heritage and Harvest Tour
Historic homes, farms, businesses and attractions will be open for public tours to allow visitors to explore the history and culture of the region. Visitors can also enjoy arts and crafts vendors, live entertainment and food vendors throughout the day.
www.redrivercrossroadshistorical. org
Pioneer Heritage Festival
The Pioneer Heritage Festival celebrates the enduring spirit of the settlers of Greenwood and features concessions, games, entertainment, a bass tournament, a chili cook-off and a parade.
318-938-7261
www.greenwoodla.org
DixieMaze Fall Festival
This farm offers fall fun for the whole family. It features a pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides, pony rides, paintball games, arts and crafts and many other attractions. 318-703-2870
www.dixiemaze.com
SUPER DERBY FESTIVAL OF RACING
FESTIVALS & ANNUAL EVENTS
OCTOBER
River Revel Arts Festival
This popular art and music festival features nine days of food, live music, children’s activities and some of the finest visual and performing arts experiences from local and regional artists. www.redriverrevel.com
Brew: A Premier Beer Tasting
Beer lovers can sample more than 100 craft brews, listen to live music and taste food from local restaurants. The beer selection includes local home brews, Louisiana craft brews and a variety of internationally acclaimed and domestically microbrewed ales, pilsner and stouts. www.shreveportbrew.com
Prize Fest
Shreveport-Bossier’s biggest party includes Film Prize, Music Prize, Food Prize, Comedy Prize and Fashion Prize. The festival features short films, music, fashion, stand-up comedy, cooking competitions and more. www.prizefest.org
Shreveport-Bossier Black Restaurant Week
Celebrate Black-owned restaurants during this annual weeklong food event. Participating restaurants offer $10 lunches and $20 dinners along with curated dining experiences and events throughout the week. www.shreveportblackrestaurants. com
STATE FAIR OF LOUISIANA
This fair features a sea lion show, 4-acre zoo, LRCA rodeo finals, fair foods, live music, Louisiana’s largest display of carnival rides and more. www.statefairoflouisiana.com
SBC Zombie Walk
Put on your best zombie costume and take a stroll around the East Bank District at this annual Halloween season festival. Explore their signature collective of macabre vendors and enjoy music, games, costume contests and door prizes the whole family will love. www.facebook.com/ sbczombiewalk
Mutiny at ShreveportA-SCARE-ium
Make your way through Shreveport Aquarium learning pirate skills and stamping them off on your pirate passport. Along the way discover bat stars, wolf eels and all kinds of cool and creepy sea creatures, mermaid stories, sing-a-longs and other Halloween surprises. Once you’ve completed your tasks, meet the Pirate Captain and get your loot from his treasure chest. www.shreveportaquarium.com
NOVEMBER
Believe! Lights the Night
BELIEVE! is the ultimate interactive magical Christmas journey. See the halls decked out for Christmas at Shreveport Aquarium’s annual celebration. Upon arrival, receive a magic motion-activated wand and venture through the holiday-themed interactive exhibits. www.shreveportaquarium.com
ROCKETS OVER THE RED CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL
Celebrate the holiday season with Christmas music, food trucks, Santa Claus and fireworks over the heart of the sister cities. www.rocketsoverthered.com
DECEMBER
Sno-Port
Snow-themed, science-based activities housed in an interactive science “playground” known as “Sno-Port” at Sci-Port Discovery Center since 2019. Sno-Port, redesigned annually, represents the imaginations and creations of local artists and has become a favorite holiday experience. www.sci-port.org/snoport
Tinsel
This exclusive shopping experience chauffeurs participants to locally owned retailers along Line Avenue. Tinsel shoppers can enjoy food, entertainment, discounts and more. www.tinselshreveport.com
Radiance Technologies
Independence Bowl
Fans will enjoy a traditional college football experience with lots of tailgating at this postseason Division I college football bowl game. The Independence Bowl features matchups of Army, BYU, Pac-12, AAC and C-USA.
www.radiancetechnologies independencebowl.com
Country Christmas Festival
The town of Vivian hosts a parade and weeklong family fun activities in honor of the Christmas holiday season. www.townofvivian.us
CHRISTMAS IN ROSELAND
Walk through a winter wonderland with thousands of twinkling lights, giant Christmas cards, Roseland Express train rides, photos with Santa, marshmallow roasting and more.
www.christmasinroseland.org
Benton Christmas on the Square
The Benton Christmas on the Square Festival & Parade celebrates the holidays in the charming town of Benton and provides traditional, family-oriented activities such as food, entertainment, arts and crafts, a parade and more.
www.bentonchristmasonthesquare. com
Christmas on Caddo Fireworks Festival
Families can enjoy local entertainment, a bounce house, clowns, food booths and arts and crafts. There will be a Santa Claus who will pose for pictures and provide a gift for each child. Enjoy a fireworks show over beautiful Caddo Lake, grab a bite of fair food from the concessions and hear festive music! www.christmasoncaddofireworks. com
SHOPPING
GIFT & SPECIALTY SHOPS
318 ART & FRAME
855 Pierremont Rd., Ste 100 Shreveport
Located in the heart of Shreveport, Louisiana, this gallery showcases an eclectic mix of artwork from local and regional artists, including paintings, sculptures, photography, and more. 318-626-5439 www.318artandframe.com
Antique Shoppes At 1100 Barksdale
1100 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City 318-658-9766 www. antiqueshoppesat1100barksdale.com
ABSOLUTELY ABIGAIL’S, A TRUE BOUTIQUE
3795 Youree Dr., Shreveport
Absolutely Abigail’s is an eclectic boutique that offers art, artisan jewelry, diverse gifts and internationally art-driven apparel. 318-219-0788 www.absolutelyabigails.com
AMERICAN COINS AND COLLECTIBLES
855 Pierremont Rd., Ste. 123, Shreveport
American Coins offers unique collectibles such as coins, currency, Civil War memorabilia, autographs, documents, estate jewelry, luxury handbags and a variety of other interesting items. 318-868-9077 www.amercoins.com
ANTIQUES ON GLADSTONE
755 Gladstone Blvd., Shreveport
This shop is home to new and old treasures including antique porcelain dolls, furniture, doll houses, books, glassware, vintage jewelry, lighting, art, rugs and more. 318-868-2940
www.antiquesongladstone.com
BELLA NONNAS OLIVE OIL & VINEGAR
1409 E. 70th St., Ste. 107-B, Shreveport
Shop and taste the highest quality extra virgin olive oils, fused and infused olive oils and balsamic vinegars. 318-798-6602 www.bellanonnasoils.com
Big Mamas Antiques And Restorations
6403 Parkway Dr., Hosston 318-573-2127
www.facebook.com/ uniquefindswithray
CORNER COLLECTION
8320 Line Ave, Shreveport
318-868-6267
With a vast selection of outdoor decor, everything can be customized and tailored to meet each customer’s desired style. www.cornercollectiononline.net
Crockett Street Trading Company
431 Crockett St., Shreveport 318-562-3713
www.crockettstreet.net
ENCHANTED GARDEN
2429 Line Ave., Shreveport
The Enchanted Garden has nine rooms of treasures including ladies’ jewelry and accessories, apparel, toys, Louisiana specialties and hundreds of unique items. 318-227-1213 www.enchantedgarden.com
Give Me 3
2850 Douglas Dr. Ste D, Bossier City 318-918-9280 www.shopgiveme3.com
Hickory House Antiques and Collectibles
302 W. Mary Lee St., Plain Dealing 318-326-4838
LEWIS GIFTS & BISCOTTI’S
5807 Youree Dr., Shreveport
Lewis Gifts offers items like bath and body products, gourmet food, home decor, housewares and jewelry. Try Southern favorites for lunch at Biscotti’s inside the store. 318-868-6700 www.lewisgifts.com
Nader’s Gallery
524 E. Kings Hwy., Shreveport 318-868-3021 www.nadersgallery.com
SHOPPING
PEACE OF MIND CENTER
3611 Youree Dr., Shreveport
The Peace of Mind Center was opened in 1999 in order to serve the spiritual and wellness communities of the Shreveport metropolitan area. Services include reiki, sound healing, classes, a shop of spiritual goods and more. 318-219-8344 www.thepeaceofmindcenter.com
Simply Chic Boutique
6120 Line Ave., Shreveport 318-626-5630
2850 Douglas Dr., Ste B, Bossier City 318-549-2442
THE AGORA BOREALIS
421 Lake St., Shreveport
The Agora Borealis is an artisan marketplace that offers locally made products like art, clothes, food, housewares, jewelry and soaps from artists in the Ark-La-Tex. 318-268-3011 www.theagoraborealis.com
The Paper Tulip
5823 Youree Dr., Shreveport
The Paper Tulip is Shreveport’s ultimate destination for classic and one of a kind invitations, stationery, gifts and Lilly Pulitzer clothing, jewelry and accessories. 318-869-3123 www.thepapertulipshreveport.com
TIMELINE ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
3323 Line Ave., Shreveport
This store is one of those packed-floor-toceiling places full of unique items including mid-century furniture, jewelry, vintage post cards, books, maps, letters, a collection of vintage Life Magazines and more. 318-861-0808
Tubbs Hardware and Cajun Gifts is a unique business that offers hardware and Louisiana souvenirs like spices, culinary products, fleurde-lis accessories and Mardi Gras beads. 318-746-0311
www.tubbshardware.com
SALONS
AVALON HAIR SALON
3730 Youree Dr., Shreveport
This full-service salon offers professional beauty service including hair cuts, styling, coloring, eye brow waxing, make-up and more.
318-861-4247
www.avalonhairsalon.net
MALLS & SHOPPING CENTERS
LOUISIANA BOARDWALK OUTLETS
540 Boardwalk Blvd., Bossier City
Louisiana Boardwalk Outlets, located on the riverfront, offers Bass Pro Shops, movie theater, arcade, restaurants, retail stores, trolley, carousel and hotel. Margaritaville Resort Casino is located on the north end of the property. 318-752-1455
www.louisianaboardwalk.com
Shoppes at Bellemead
6535 Youree Dr., Shreveport 318-222-2244
www.shoppesatbellemead.com
BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE LINDSEY REALTY
839 Kings Hwy., Shreveport 318-990-2737
www.lindseyrealty.us
THE GLEN RETIREMENT SYSTEM
403 E. Flournoy Lucas Rd., Shreveport 318-798-3500
www.theglen.org
DINING
Another Broken Egg Café
855 Pierremont Rd., Ste. 132, Shreveport
318-865-1124
3107 Airline Dr., Ste. 300, Bossier City 318-402-0240 www.anotherbrokenegg.com
Bella Fresca 6307 Line Ave., Shreveport 318-865-6307 www.bellafresca.com
100 Boardwalk Blvd., Bossier City | 318-742-8300 www.marriott.com/shvsb
Hampton Inn-Bossier City 1005 Gould Dr., Bossier City | 318-752-1112
Hampton Inn & Suites Shreveport/Bossier City at Airline Drive 2691 Viking Dr., Bossier City | 318-841-9700 www.shreveportbossiercitynorthsuites.hamptoninn.com
Hilton Garden Inn - Shreveport/Bossier City 2015 Old Minden Rd., Bossier City | 318-759-1950 www.shreveportbossiercity.hgi.com
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Bossier City Northeast
7970 E. Texas St., Bossier City | 318-841-9800 www.hiexpress.com/bossiercityla
Homewood Suites by Hilton Shreveport-Bossier 2015 Old Minden Rd., Bossier City | 318-759-1940 www.shreveportbossiercity.homewoodsuites.com
La Quinta Inn & Suites Bossier 309 Preston Blvd., Bossier City | 318-747-4400 www.lq.com
LeBossier Hotel & Event Center 4000 Industrial Dr., Bossier City | 318-747-0711 www. lebossier.com
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham 1836 Old Minden Rd., Bossier City | 318-747-7700 www.choicehotels.com
Residence Inn Shreveport-Bossier/Downtown 501 Traffic St., Bossier City | 318-584-7125 www.marriott.com/shvrb
Siegel Select Hotel 3070 E. Texas St., Bossier City | 318-300-4998 www.siegelselect.com
Springhill Suites at Louisiana Downs 8010 E. Texas St., Bossier City | 318-747-7772 www.marriott.com/shvsh
TownePlace Suites by Marriott – Shreveport-Bossier 1009 Gould Dr., Bossier City | 318-741-9090 www.marriott.com/shvts
Wingate by Wyndham Bossier 1121 Barksdale Blvd., Bossier City | 318-746-1444 www.wingatehotels.com/bossier
DOWNTOWN SHREVEPORT
Hilton Hotel Shreveport 104 Market St., Shreveport | 318-698-0900 www.shreveport.hilton.com
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Shreveport Downtown 201 Lake St., Shreveport | 318-585-1000 www.hiexpress.com
Holiday Inn Shreveport Downtown 102 Lake St., Shreveport | 318-222-7717 www.ihg.com
Remington Suite Hotel and Spa 220 Travis St., Shreveport | 318-425-5000 www.remingtonsuite.com
SOUTHEAST SHREVEPORT
Comfort Inn Shreveport 9420 Healthplex Dr., Shreveport | 318-688-2812 www.comfortinn.com
Hampton Inn & Suites Shreveport South 8340 Millicent Way, Shreveport | 318-798-1320 www.shreveportsouthsuites.hamptoninn.com
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Park Plaza 8751 Park Plaza Blvd., Shreveport | 318-629-0163 www.hiexpress.com/shvparkplaza
