Annual Cultural & Art Events

Throughout the year, the City of Lake Charles is involved with planning and assisting several Arts & Cultural events.  Be sure to check the City's Events Calendar for specific event dates.
 
Louisiana Crossroads
Louisiana Crossroads is a concert series that is held in the fall months at the Central School Theatre. Crossroads is a branch of the Acadiana Arts Council and the Lafayette Economic Development Authority, and is broadcast live on the local NPR affiliate, KRVS 88.7FM . Crossroads travels all over the state bringing musicians of all genres to perform in front of live audiences. Many compare the Louisiana Crossroads series to the popular Texas program, Austin City Limits. Louisiana Crossroads can be heard over the radio throughout the entire state, portions of Texas and Mississippi and worldwide via the internet.
 
Downtown at Sundown
Downtown at Sundown is Lake Charles' own version of a summer block party. Held during the early summer months each year in the downtown area, people gather to have a great summer evening dancing to some of the hottest bands from around the state, eat wonderful selections from area restaurants, and peruse through a promenade of artists displaying their craft.
 
Spring Art Walk
Celebrate the Arts with a stroll through Downtown Lake Charles.  Galleries, museums, and businesses host local artists working in a variety of mediums.  Participating City venues include 1911 Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center and Central School Arts & Humanities Center.

Fall Gallery Promenade
This popular art event is held at galleries and art spaces across Calcasieu Parish.  Local artists showcase their pieces in a variety of mediums.  Participating City venues include Central School Arts & Humanities Center and 1911 Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center.

News & Notices

  • Downtown at Sundown Plans Announced
    Published: Monday, April 09, 2012
    Downtown at Sundown Plans Announced The City of Lake Charles announces plans for the annual Downtown at Sundown concert series. On four consecutive Fridays from 6-9 p.m., the event will feature a variety of music from local and regional bands as we...
  • Muhammad Ali: The Making of an Icon on Exhibit
    Published: Monday, May 23, 2011
    For Immediate Release: May 10, 2011 For Further Information Contact : Denise Fasske, City of Lake Charles Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center 337-491-9159 Muhammad Ali: The Making of an Icon on Exhibit The City of Lake Charles will host a n...
  • City of Lake Charles and Louisiana Crossroads Present
    Published: Wednesday, February 02, 2011
    For Immediate Release: February 2, 2011 For Further Information Contact : Denise Fasske , City of Lake Charles Historic City Hall Arts and Cultural Center 337-491-9159 The City of Lake Charles and Louisiana Crossroads will bring audience and artist...
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