Events

🎄 Christmas in the Park 🎄
Hosted by the Jesuit Bend Park Foundation

📅 Date: Thursday, December 21
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Jesuit Bend Park
12888 Highway 23, Belle Chasse, LA
🎟 Free Entry

Event Highlights:

• Christmas Market (12:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
• DJs spinning festive tunes
• Petting Zoo
• Photo Booth
• Inflatables (12:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
• Kids Crafts
• Santa’s grand arrival by sleigh! 🎅
• Raffle (3:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
• Boozy Booth 🍹
• FREE Polar Express Rides (3:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
• Christmas Movie & Hot Chocolate (5:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
• ...and more surprises to be announced!

Bring your family and friends for a fun-filled day celebrating the holiday season. Don’t miss the magic! 🎁✨

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Louisiana Tuna & Wahoo Classic

February 1 - March 30, 2025

www.LouisianaTWC.com

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Louisiana Nutria Rodeo

When: February 7 & 8, 2025
Where: Statewide, Louisiana
Info & Registration: www.LaNutriaRodeo.com

Join the annual Louisiana Nutria Rodeo and help protect our marshlands! Teams will hunt the invasive nutria rat species throughout Louisiana, competing to capture the heaviest nutria for a chance to win cash prizes.

This unique event offers Cajun winter fun, adventure, and an opportunity to make a positive impact on our environment. Don’t miss out on this exciting blend of conservation and competition!

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Croatian Seafood & Culture Festival

Date & Time: April 5, 2025, 11 AM - 10 PM
Location: 220 Croatian Way, Belle Chasse

Highlights:

• Seafood Delights: Enjoy fresh local seafood including raw and charbroiled oysters, fried shrimp, and fried oysters.
• Croatian Cuisine: Savor Croatian specialties such as grilled calamari, grilled sardines, spit-roasted lamb, čevapčići, prosciutto, cheeses, and a variety of Croatian desserts.
• Drinks: Refresh with Croatian beers, wines, and the local favorite – Tako Toddies.
• Cultural Attractions: Experience Croatian kolo dance performances, cultural videos, historical displays, needlework exhibits, Croatian cooking demonstrations, and travel information about Croatia.
• Kids Area: Interactive displays and activities for children.
• Featured Entertainment: To be announced.

Come join us for a day of delicious food, vibrant culture, and fun for the whole family!

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Plaquemines Parish Seafood Festival

Dates & Times:

• Friday: 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM (Admission Free)
• Saturday: 11:30 AM - 10:30 PM
• Sunday: 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM

Location: 333 F Edward Hebert Blvd, Belle Chasse, LA 70037

Highlights:

• Delicious Cuisine: Featuring a variety of fresh seafood, including the Croatian American Society’s renowned chargrilled oysters.
• Live Music: Enjoy a diverse lineup of performances (details to be announced).
• Carnival Rides: Fun for all ages with exciting rides.
• Local Crafts: Explore unique crafts from local artisans.
• Oyster Drop Raffle: Try your luck and win some great prizes.
• 5K Race: Join the race on Friday at 6:00 PM.
• Kids’ Tent: Special activities and entertainment for children on Saturday and Sunday.

Admission:

• Friday: Free
• Saturday & Sunday: $5 for adults; Free for children 12 and under

Parking: Free

Additional Information:

• Music Line-up: To Be Announced
• Website: https://plaqueminesparishfestival.com

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Louisiana Gulf Coast Billfish Classic

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When: April 29 – May 3, 2025
Where: New Orleans Big Game Club

🎣 Get ready for one of the Gulf Coast’s premier fishing tournaments! Join us for a week of action-packed fun on the water and exciting events onshore.

Schedule of Events:

Wednesday, April 29

• Registration: 5 PM – 10 PM
• Captains Meeting: 5:30 PM
• Kickoff Party: 6 PM – 9 PM

Thursday, April 30

• Coffee & Breakfast at the Dock: 7 AM
• Boats Depart: 10 AM

Friday, May 2

• Scales Open: Until 6 PM

Saturday, May 3

• Scales Open: Until 6 PM
• Boats Must Be Checked In By: 6 PM
• Awards Ceremony: 9 PM at the New Orleans Big Game Club

Don’t miss this incredible event showcasing the Gulf Coast’s finest fishing and camaraderie. 🎉

www.LGCBC.com

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