Downtown at Sundown
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.

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. The event is attended by more than 2,500 people annually. For more information, please visit Downtown at Sundown.

Red, White, Blue and You
Red, White, Blue and You is the City of Lake Charles’ annual 4th of July celebration. It starts off with a patriotic themed parade through downtown followed by a concert and a salute to armed services. The night ends with an epic fireworks extravaganza over the lake. Come out to enjoy the festivities and honor our armed forces!

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. For more information, please visit Spring Art Walk.

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. For more information, please visit Gallery Promenade.

Light Up the Lake Christmas Festival
Held in Downtown Lake Charles annually on the first Saturday in December, this event is a great way to kick off the Christmas season. It begins with the Lake Charles Christmas parade, followed by the Christmas tree lighting ceremony and the lighted boat parade later that same evening. The festival ends with a spectacular fireworks display over Lake Charles! Register boat to participate in the parade by emailing matt.young@cityoflc.us