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Downtown/Lakefront Development

The City of Lake Charles has a unique downtown district that is quickly becoming the heart of the city. The City's lakefront and downtown area offer a variety of entertainment and economic options, attracting visitors, residents and businesses to the area.

The Lake Charles downtown area provides many options for leisure. On the shore of our fresh water lake is the only white sand inland beach on the Gulf Coast. A boardwalk stretches the length of the lakefront connecting the beach to a series of waterfront parks, including Millennium Park, the Veteran's Memorial Park and the September 11th Memorial. The city hosts many events on the lakefront including, water sports shows, boat parades, firework displays, and festivals. The Lake Charles Civic Center and Arcade Amphitheatre provide venues for a variety of live entertainment.

Downtown Lake Charles is the center point of economic growth for the city. Restaurants, shops, arts & cultural centers, and other businesses attract visitors to this developing area. Downtown at Sundown & the Charlestown Farmer's Market are just examples of popular events that showcase downtown Lake Charles. The Downtown Development Authority works with businesses to plan growth in the Downtown Historic District.

The City of Lake Charles wishes to preserve the historical atmosphere of the downtown area, encouraging businesses to restore historic structures and construct new structures that compliment the existing architecture. Examples of this focus on historic preservation include the Charpentier Historic District, 1911 City Hall, and Central School, which serve as artistic and cultural centers for the community.

News & Notices

Millennium Park to be Temporarily Closed Beginning Monday
Published: Friday, May 04, 2012
Millennium Park to be Temporarily Closed Beginning Monday Millennium Park on Bord du Lac Dr. will be temporarily closed beginning Monday, May 7, due to construction of Phase 2 of Millennium Park. An anticipated reopening date for the park will be a...
1100 Block of Bilbo St. to be Temporarily Closed for Reconstruction Work
Published: Friday, May 04, 2012
1100 Block of Bilbo St. to be Temporarily Closed for Reconstruction Work Beginning Monday, May 7, and continuing for approximately 90 days, the 1100 block of Bilbo St. - between the streets of Iris and Clarence -- will be temporarily closed for rec...
Sweet Lake Land and Oil Company Donates to First Lieutenant Douglas B. Fournet Memorial
Published: Wednesday, May 02, 2012
Sweet Lake Land and Oil Company Donates to First Lieutenant Douglas B. Fournet Memorial At the April 24 Lake Charles City Council Agenda Meeting, The Sweet Lake Land and Oil Company, LLC presented a check for $5,000 to the Mayor's Committee for the...

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