Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Visitor Guide: Oct - Dec 2016 by Visit Lake Charles

YOU ONLY GET 52 WEEKS IN A YEAR

MAKE them LEGENDARY

A luxury casino resort located in the heart of Southwest Louisiana. For reservations, visit mylauberge.com.

GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 800. 522.4700.

Lake Charles’ Premier Meeting Place Award Winning Hotel

Quinta

INNS & SUITES

1201 W Prien Lake Road

(337) 478-9889

• Free Wireless High-Speed Internet Access • Free Bright Side Breakfast • Meeting Facilities Available • Outdoor Swimming Pool • Fitness Center • Pillowtop Beds

http://www.lq.com

2 minutes from The Golden Nugget and L’Auberge Casinos

! N O O S G COMINCharles’ Lake xtended NewestyEHotel Sta

• All Rooms are Kitchenettes • On-Site Fitness Center • Wireless Internet Service • Outdoor Gazebo Grill • Pet Friendly (restrictions & fess apply)

1105 W Prien Lake Road

(337) 478-8008

WELCOME

DISCOVER SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA READ ABOUT:

ON THE COVER Yvette Cardozo

6 Casino Entertainment .......................

8-11 Where to Eat? .......................

13 Arts & Culture .......................

.......................

Choose Your Adventure

25-26 History

37-38 Galleries & Museums .......................

43 Golf LindseyJanies.com

.......................

45 Nightlife

.......................

47 Lodging

.......................

48, 50 Creole Nature Trail/ Adventure Point .......................

19 Harvest Events

50 Parks & Beaches .......................

51 Kid Friendly Fun ....................... LindseyJanies.com

52-53 Maps

www.VisitLakeCharles.org The Visitorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Guide is a publication of the Lake Charles / Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB). The Lake Charles / Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau takes no responsibility for the advertisements contained within this publication. Responsibility rests solely with the advertisers. The CVB does not independently verify information provided by its members and does not warrant the quality or reputation of the services or products offered by them. Several pictures by brendalafleur.com, lindseyjanies.com and monsoursphotography.net. Current as of October 2016. All information is subject to change.

October-December 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

33 Deck the Halls

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

WELCOME TO LAKE CHARLES/ Southwest Louisiana

ere in Southwest Louisiana, we take time to enjoy life, food, music and good company. Sometimes, we like to describe the area as a place where Cajuns, cowboys and the coast come together, and it creates an eclectic and relaxing atmosphere. Be sure to visit our attractions, museums, galleries, and experience culinary delights from Cajun food in locally owned restaurants with recipes that have been in families for centuries and the Southwest Louisiana Boudin Trail. Casino entertainment and area nightlife have live music throughout the year. If the outdoors is more your speed, you can enjoy adventures along the Creole Nature Trail All-American Road. Stop by the convention & visitors bureau, 1205 N. Lakeshore Drive, and visit with our friendly staff while you grab a cup of coffee to learn more. Check us out online at www.visitlakecharles.org or call 337-436-9588.

LindsayJanies.com

GOT VACATION SNAP SHOTS? Share them!

veryone likes to take photos of the area whenever traveling. And, let’s face it, “selfies” are fun too! Our social media team in Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana loves to hear from people who are experiencing the best of what the area has to offer from food, the great outdoors to cultural excursions. If you see something unique, snap a picture and use #visitlakecharles to tag the photo. You can also write to us to share your experience, and we may be able to feature it on our blog to encourage others to visit the places you visited! Log on to our website, VisitLakeCharles.org/snap for a list of cool places to take pictures and to learn how to share your story.

Connect with us on Facebook at Facebook.com/LakeCharlesCVB, on Twitter @LakeCharlesCVB or other platforms. @daddyeaux

www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | October-December 2016

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

RELAX AT AREA CASINOS for a Refreshing Fall Getaway

Golden Nugget Lake Charles

Landry’s, Inc.

L’Auberge Casino Resort

Isle of Capri Casino Hotel

Delta Downs Racetrack Casino & Hotel 6

ou can almost feel the fall excitement at area casinos throughout Southwest Louisiana. At Delta Downs Racetrack Casino & Hotel, fall heralds the thunderous return of Thoroughbred racing! Beginning October 19, post time is at 5:40 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, with the race for the big money – the $1,000,000 Jackpot – coming to the track on November 19. Enjoy the races and a great meal in one of two awardwinning restaurants: Rosewater Grill & Tavern – with its panoramic view of the racetrack – or the Lookout and its bird’s eye view of the track. For live local entertainment, visit the Gator Lounge, every Friday and Saturday night. Upcoming acts include The Fruge Family, Oct. 7-8; BB & Company, Oct. 14-15; Louisiana Express, Oct. 21-22; Big Redd & Creole Soul, Oct. 28-29; The Classix Band, Nov. 4-5; Louisiana Express, Nov. 11-12; BB & Company, Nov. 18-19; Joe Harmon, Nov. 24-26; The Fruge Family, Dec 1-2; T-Broussard, Dec. 9-10; BB & Company, Dec. 16-17; Clint Faulk, Dec. 23-24; and City Heat on Dec. 30-31. For a delicious spin on your vacation, you can taste the ShrimpA-Palooza available daily at Le Beaucoup Buffet through October 30 at L’Auberge Casino Resort. In addition to a variety of delicious shrimp dishes, L’Auberge is also featuring snow crab legs, perfect for anyone who is looking to experience Louisiana’s world-famous seafood. You can text SHRIMP to 63315 to receive $5 off your Shrimp-A-Palooza buffet meal. There is also Tasting on the Terrance on Thursday, Nov. 17, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tickets are $75 each and may be purchased at the L’Auberge Box Office or at ticketmaster.com. All proceeds benefit the Children’s Advocacy Center.

There is a packed calendar at Golden Nugget with Jefferson Starship & Foghat Saturday, Oct. 1; Pat Green Friday, Oct. 7; Cheech & Chong, Saturday, Oct. 8; .38 Special, Friday, Oct. 14; The Charlie Daniels Band, Saturday, Oct. 15; The Marshall Tucker Band, Friday, Oct. 21; ZZ Top, Saturday, Oct. 22; Bret Michaels, Friday, Oct. 28; and Neil Sedaka, Saturday, Oct. 29. Entertainment in November includes Tommy James & the Shondells, Friday, Nov. 4; Rick Springfield, Saturday, Nov. 5; Lorrie Morgan & Pam Tillis, Friday, Nov. 11; Ronnie Milsap, Saturday, Nov, 12; Willie Nelson, Friday, Nov. 18; The Oak Ridge Boys Christmas Show, Saturday, Nov. 19; WAR, Saturday, Nov. 25; and December includes Loverboy, Saturday, Dec. 3 and Lorette Lynn, Saturday, Dec. 17. The Isle of Capri features live entertainment with karaoke Wednesdays, and live music that is perfect for dancing Thursdays – Saturdays. The recently renovated Lone Wolf lounge area has an expansive dance floor, and if you’re in the mood for a quick bite, you can get a delicious range of appetizers, salads and sandwiches to satisfy any craving. Saturday, Oct. 1, will be the Gameshow Extravaganza with crowd participation, featuring the nation’s favorite television shows. Also, while visiting the Isle, you can check out Otis & Henry’s Bar & Grill or the Farmer’s Pick Buffet with local ingredients. All area casinos feature fine dining and casual dining options, retail shopping as well as an assortment of amenities. For more information, visit www.goldennuggetlc.com, www.mylauberge.com, www.isleofcapricasinos.com or www.deltadowns.com.

October-december 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

\VG\

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

WHERE TO EAT 1910 949 Ryan St, Lake Charles Mon-Thurs 10:30am-9pm, Fri 10:30am - 10:30pm, Sat 4pm-10:30p, Sun 10:30am-2pm Enjoy downtown Lake Charles in high fashion with great food, great wine and cocktails and hot tracks. We promise you’ll have a nigh to remember! BIG DADDY’S SPORTS GRILL 1737 W Sale, Ste 101, Lake Charles Mon-Thurs 6am-8:30pm, Fri 6am-10pm Sat 7am-2:30 pm, Closed Sunday Serving Cajun comfort foods, it’s your neighborhood location with foods to make you feel at home. Hamburgers, seafood, steaks and salads are served in a relaxed environment where you’re treated like family. BLUE DOG CAFE 609 Ryan St, Lake Charles Mon-Fri 11am-2pm / 5p-9p*, Sat 11am-2pm / 5pm-10pm, Sun 10:30am - 2pm, *Happy hour Mon-Fri 2-7, w/limited menu in bar 2-5 The Blue Dog Cafe is a famous restaurant serving Cajun cuisine, Louisiana fusion, steaks and seafood amidst a private collection of artworks by renowned artist George Rodrigue.

THE BOILING POINT 1730 Beglis Pkwy, Sulphur, LA 70663 (337) 625-9282, Open Mon-Fri 6am9pm, Sat 10am-10pm, Closed Sun Specializes in traditional Cajun cuisine. The Boiling Point provides delicious Cajun cooking & seafood served up with a smile. The menu includes fresh seafood, seafood dinners, boiled crawfish & homemade boudin. CHICK-FIL-A 3435 Nelson Rd, Lake Charles Mon-Sat 6am-10pm, Closed Sunday Home of the Original Chicken Sandwich plus chicken strips, salads, milkshakes and much more! At Chick-fil-A Lake Charles, we believe in providing our guests the best restaurant experience we can. Enjoy in the comfortable environment of our restaurant or have it delivered directly to you via the Waitr app! COYOTE BLUES 3624 Ryan St, Lake Charles; (337) 502-5131 Mon-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 11am-9pm • Using the freshest ingredients, we handcraft food that is Mexican, but add our own unique and flavorful spin. It is a place where you are always welcome and where friends become family.

DELTA DOWNS RACETRACK CASINO & HOTEL 2717 Delta Downs Drive, Vinton (800) 589-7441 www.deltadowns.com DELTA DOWNS: THE LOOKOUT RESTAURANT Visit deltadowns.com for more info. Formal dining in a casual atmosphere, with a beautiful view of the racetrack. Enjoy the finest steaks and seafood, and an extensive domestic wine lint. A fine dining restaurant with banquet capabilities. Open 5:00pm – 10:00pm, Wednesday – Saturday, during live racing beginning April 22. DELTA DOWNS: THE TRIPLE CROWN BUFFET Visit deltadowns.com for more info. The buffet features a 35-ft cooking station where you can enjoy grilled steaks, broiled fish and more, cooked to order before your very eyes. There are fresh salads, award-winning gumbos and a spectacular dessert station. And on Sunday, enjoy brunch with made-to-order omelettes and all your breakfast favorites. A full-service, family restaurant.

DELTA DOWNS: FOOD COURT Visit deltadowns.com for more info. It’s time to let your taste buds run wild! Try any of the 5 restaurants in the Delta Downs’ Food Court. Select southern-style breakfasts and fried seafood baskets at the Down Home Diner, dine on Texasstyle BBQ at Boyd Barbecue, experience a variety of ways to eat a spud at Potato Depot, or try a delicious flamed-grilled burger from Grillers. Enjoy a steaming or iced cup of coffee, try Caffe Siena. Whatever ignites your senses, you’ll be screaming for more. DELTA DOWNS: ROSEWATER GRILL & TAVERN Visit deltadowns.com for more info. Life is absolutely delicious – especially in the Rosewater Grill & Tavern, the newest of Delta Down’s culinary delights. Sumptuous steaks, seafood, and desserts are just a taste of what awaits. Open 5pm – 9pm, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, and 4pm – 11pm, Fridays and Saturdays. GOLDEN NUGGET: BLUE MARTINI Visit goldennugget.com/lakecharles for more info. The premier martini lounge. Our stunning décor and high energy feel provides our guests with an unsurpassed experience. Enjoy our Tapas food menu. The perfect complement to our fine wine and spirits selection.

Now with 2 Locations to Better Serve You!

Cajun Boudin at Its Best!

Hollier s

CAJUN KITCHEN

1709 Ruth St, Sulphur LA • 337-527-0061

3 Blocks North of I-10, Exit 20 (Bus & RV Parking) Open Monday - Saturday 7am - 9pm Lunch Buffet Monday - Saturday 11am - 2pm and a Seafood Buffet 5pm - 9pm

Hollier s

the ure in Chair t c i P Take Atic Rockingorch! Giganthe Front P on

CAJUN DINER &

The Boudin Kitchen Meat Market

303 S Cities Service Hwy, Sulphur LA • 337-533-2234

Open Mon - Sat 7am - 9pm 1 Block North of I-10, Exit 23 Bus & RV Parking

Hollier’s Cajun Kitchen continues to serve the best marinated steaks and seafood. Well known for Wednesday’s BBQ lunch which is referred to as BMW (Big Meat Wednesday). It’s all you can eat chicken, sausage, pork steak, pork ribs, rice dressing, beans, and potato salad. We also offer deer processing and a variety of specialty items including boudin, sausage, tasso, Andouille, hog head cheese, jambalaya, cracklins, crawfish boudin, stuffed pork loins; pork tenderloin stuffed with jalapeño and cream cheese wrapped in applewood bacon; boneless stuffed chickens; and chicken poppers (boneless chicken thigh wrapped in bacon) and a variety of seasonings. Major Credit Cards Accepted. 8

October-december 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

For a complete list of places to eat, go to www.visitlakecharles.org. WHERE T GOLDEN NUGGET: CADILLAC MEXICAN KITCHEN & TEQUILA BAR Visit goldennugget.com/lakecharles for more info. Offering an incredible breakfast, delicious tapas and signature items that include favorites, such as carnitas guadalajara, fajitas, tacos al carbon, the cadillac mexicana burger, and of course, enchiladas! Make sure to leave room for dessert and enjoy the delectable sopapillas or tres leches. GOLDEN NUGGET: CLAIM JUMPER GRILLE Visit goldennugget.com/lakecharles for more info. In a hurry? Make a quick stop at the Claim Jumper Grille for breakfast, fresh salads, homemade soups, burgers, sandwiches and more. GOLDEN NUGGET: THE COUNTRY CLUB Visit goldennugget.com/lakecharles for more info. • Enjoy chef-crafted cuisine with a Cajun flair when dining at the Golden Nugget Country Club. From traditional Seafood Gumbo to entrée selections such as the Sesame Salt and Pepper Sea Bass, there is something to satisfy every golfer. A full-service bar features an extensive wine, beer and liquor selection, as well as a premium cigar list.

GOLDEN NUGGET: GROTTO Visit goldennugget.com/lakecharles for more info. Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine in a warm, entertaining atmosphere that will transport you to the cozy setting of a trattoria in the Old Country with our winning combination of impeccable service, superb cuisine and unsurpassed passion for detail, Grotto is the perfect location for friends and family to enjoy a fabulous meal and have a great time.

GOLDEN NUGGET: SALTGRASS STEAK HOUSE Visit goldennugget.com/lakecharles for more info. An award-winning steakhouse famous for serving Certified Angus Beef® steaks, known for its superior quality, tenderness and flavor. Each steak is cooked to perfection with Saltgrass-7 Steak Spice and then topped with fresh garlic butter to further enhance its mouthwatering flavor.

GOLDEN NUGGET: LANDRY’S SEAFOOD HOUSE Visit goldennugget.com/lakecharles for more info. From the time the doors opened in 1947 at the first location in Lafayette, Louisiana to present day, Landry’s Seafood delivers you the finest taste of Gulf seafood, with authentic recipes, generous helpings and our Bon Temps South Louisiana hospitality. Sample our world-famous gumbos made with dark brown roux, fresh fish and shrimp, oysters shucked to order and more.

GOLDEN NUGGET: THE BUFFET Visit goldennugget.com/lakecharles for more info. Enjoy our buffet featuring seven different stations including fresh soups and salads, seafood, Asian, Mexican, Italian, American comfort and carving stations –surrounded by an all new, modern design.

GOLDEN NUGGET: LILLIE’S ASIAN CUISINE Visit goldennugget.com/lakecharles for more info. Lillie’s Asian Cuisine offers traditional and modern Chinese and Japanese cuisine including sushi, traditional noodle dishes and more all in a chic, contemporary ambiance.

GOLDEN NUGGET: VIC & ANTHONY’S Visit goldennugget.com/lakecharles for more info. Indulge at One of America’s Top 10 Steakhouses. Vic & Anthony’s features an elegant, yet intimate atmosphere, created with an undeniable attention to detail. Our award-winning menu features only the finest prime beef, fresh seafood & more, as well as an extensive wine collection.

O EAT

HOLLIER’S CAJUN KITCHEN 1709 Ruth St., Sulphur, (337) 527-0061 303 S Cities Service Hwy, (337) 533-2234 Mon-Sat 7am-9pm Cajun cooking, steaks, seafood. Comfortable and friendly atmosphere with rockers on the front porch. Delicious seafood, gumbo, boudin, and crawfish étouffée. Casual attire. ISLE OF CAPRI CASINO HOTEL 100 Westlake Ave., Westlake (877) ISLE ONE www.isleofcapricasinos.com ISLE OF CAPRI: FARMER’S PICK BUFFET® Breakfast: Mon-Fri 7am-10:30am, Sat & Sun 7am-10am, Brunch: Sat & Sun 10am-3 pm, Lunch: Mon-Fri 11am-3 pm, Dinner: Sun-Thurs 4pm-9pm, Fri & Sat 4pm-11pm, Featuring crawfish until May. Enjoy all-you-can-eat breakfast, lunch and seafood dinner buffets, featuring magnificent breakfast spreads, tender chicken and beef entrées, crisp salads, and savory side dishes. Decisions…decisions… decisions. So many delicious dishes to choose from, but with one price, you can try as many as you like!

Great Louisiana Seafood! Voted #1

in Southwest Louisiana Reader’s Choice Award

“Where The Locals Eat”

Selected by "As One of Ten

Great Places to Eat in the USA"

Open Daily - Three Locations to Serve You: 1004 Lakeshore Dr. (just off I-10) . . . 337-494-1070 Corner of Highway 14 & Broad St. . . 337-494-1700 735 N Pine St - DeRidder . . . . . . . . . . 337-460-7788

www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | October-December 2016

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

WHERE TO EAT ISLE OF CAPRI: OTIS & HENRY’S® Sun-Thurs 5pm-9pm, Fri-Sat 5pm-10pm Whet your appetite with our house specialty chicken wings or sampler platter, then pick from a list of delicious pastas, sandwiches, salads, steaks, ribs, chicken and more. Plus, breakfast is served all day! Otis & Henry has great food at great prices.

L’AUBERGE CASINO RESORTTM 777 Avenue L’Auberge, Lake Charles (337) 395-7777, www.mylauberge.com Call for fine dining options. L’AUBERGE: JACK DANIEL’S® BAR & GRILL Mon-Thurs 3pm-10pm, Fri 3pm-11pm, Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 11am-10pm, JACK AFTER DARK Thurs-Sat 4pm-11pm • Jack Daniel’s Bar & Grill serves up savory food and tasty entertainment. The restaurant features over 25 beers on tap from around the world & more than 35 TVs, an array of BBQ selections & “off-the-grill” entrees made with Jack’s sauces and glazes.

L’AUBERGE: FAVORITES SOUTHERN KITCHEN Sun-Thurs 6am-Midnight, Fri & Sat Open 24 Hours There’s nothing wrong with playing favorites! Our newest restaurant, Favorites Southern Kitchen, is the spot for delicious breakfast, lunch, dinner and your late night cravings. This is a new Southern dining experience we know you’ll enjoy!

L’AUBERGE: TOULOULOU’S BEACH Fri 4-8pm; Sat-Sun noon-8pm; Live Music Fridays 4-8pm (seasonally) This casual family-friendly beach and deck at L’Auberge is open seasonally. Come by land or by sea for good times.

LEONARD’S FOOD QUARTERS 1708 Gerstner Memorial Dr, Lake Charles, (337) 494-0618, Mon-Fri 7am-8pm, Sat ISLE OF CAPRI: 7am-6pm, Sun-Closed THE LONE WOLF EXPRESS® Serving Breakfast, Cajun/Creole, Seafood L’AUBERGE: Mon, Sat & Sun 11am-7pm, SM & Soul Food. What makes Leonard’s EMBER GRILLE & WINE BAR Tues-Fri Open 24 Hours unique? It’s the mixture of Cajun & Creole Sun-Thurs 6pm-Til, Fri 6pm-11pm, When you want a quick bite any time foods with a touch of soul. And the Sat 5:30pm-11pm, BAR: Sun-Thurs 5:30pmof day, come enjoy all of your Asian attention that we pay to every dish, from 11pm, Fri & Sat 5:30pmmidnight and American favorites at Lone Wolf Sip. Savor. Celebrate. Sip one of more than the entree to the dressing. For a taste of L’AUBERGE: ASIASM Express. The ante has been upped with 200 bottles of wine from the area’s most the French Quarter, come to Leonard’s. Fri-Sun 11am-4am, Mon-Thurs 11am-2am a new menu that combines local flavor extensive cellar. Savor signature, woodwith the freshest ingredients, prepared by Newly renovated and expanded, this LUNA BAR & GRILL talented chefs. At the Lone Wolf Express, contemporary restaurant features Asian- fired entrees in the glow of expansive 719 Ryan Street, Lake Charles, fantastic food and cold drinks are always fusion cuisine and a sushi bar. Known for stone fireplaces. Reservat (337) 494-5862, Mon-Sun 11am-10pm its unique sushi rolls, youcan’t miss out on on tap. Serving New & Traditional American, the Louisiana-and Texas-inspired versions. L’AUBERGE: MODERN PANTRY Burgers, Cajun/Creole, French, Open 24 Hours ISLE OF CAPRI: LUCKY WINS® Sandwiches, Seafood, Southern, Steak and SM L ’AUBERGE: LE BEAUCOUP BUFFET All homemade. All fresh. All good. For Daily 11am-7am Vegetarian. “Louisiana is about flavor. I’m those late night cravings, visit our newest Sun-Thurs 8am-9pm, Fri & Sat 8am-11pm If you’re looking for a quick bite after about creativity and great-tasting food. fast casual dining outlet, Modern Pantry, Our buffet features American, Tex-Mex, surfing the slots, try Lucky Wins’ Asian You can’t go wrong with any of our dishes local and Asian-style cuisine, along with an at the former Desserts location. Offering which just by their names scream out delicacies. You’ll feel like you’ve traveled delicious menu items no matter the extensive selection of pastries & desserts. around the world for the best sizzling stirZydeco, Cajun French music, the bayous hour, Modern Pantry is your stop for PJ’s You’ll also find an array of fresh salads, fry, shrimp or rice dishes. and all the great food found in Louisiana.” coffee, breakfast pastries, soups, salads, vegetables, seafood and poultry, prime -Dave Evans, Chef steaks and chops, Cajun and pasta dishes. sandwiches, gelato & desserts.

THE

Boiling Point

Specializing in Boiled Crawﬁsh & Crabs Home Made Sausage & Boudin Seafood Dinners • Steaks • Kids Menu

337-625-9282 LunchBuffett Buffett Mon Lunch Mon- -Fri Fri From 11 AM to 2 PM From 10 AM to 2 PM Friday & Saturday Nights

FridayAll & You Saturday Nights Can Eat All You Can Eat Buffett Seafood Buffett

Open Mon. - Fri. 6AM - 9PM; Sat. 10AM - 10 PM; Closed Sun. • RV Parking 1 Block North of I-10, exit 21 • 1730 S Beglis Parkway • Sulphur, LA 70663 10

October-december 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

For a complete list of places to eat, go to www.visitlakecharles.org. POPEYE’S FAMOUS FRIED CHICKEN 901 Country Club Rd., Lake Charles (337) 474-2134 • 2710 Hwy. 14, Lake Charles (337) 474-1475 • 400 Sam Houston Jones Pkwy., Moss Bluff (337) 855-0642 • 102 N. Cities Service Hwy., Sulphur (337) 625-7181 • 1613 Ruth St., Sulphur (337) 527-8297 • 125 W. Prien Lake Rd., Lake Charles (337) 474-0093 • 301 N. Enterprise Blvd., Lake Charles (337) 436-6130 • 1601 Sampson St., Westlake (337) 433-5636 • 421 N. Pine, DeRidder (337) 462-3551 • 920 E. 4th St., DeQuincy (337) 786-4880 World Famous Chicken & Biscuits, plus other tasty menu items including shrimp platters, Cajun PITT GRILL rice, cole slaw, fries, red beans & rice, 606 W. Prien Lake Rd, Lake Charles corn on the cob, hot apple pie and more! (337) 564-6724 • 102 Benoit Ln, Sulphur (337) 527-9448 • 1119 Lowe Grout Rd, Iowa Casual attire. (337) 582-2650 • 3048 Gerstner Memorial Dr, Lake Charles (337) 478-2925 • Prien REGATTA - LOUISIANA Lake Rd and Sulphur locations open 24 hrs, SEAFOOD & STEAKHOUSE Iowa & Gerstner Memorial Dr locations 508 Hawkeye Ave, Lake Arthur open Mon-Sun 6am-10pm Tues-Thurs 11am-9pm, Voted Best Breakfast in SW Louisiana Fri-Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-3pm, in 2014 & 2015. Always-fresh salads, Closed Monday out-of-this world hamburgers with A Cajun-themed restaurant featuring hand-battered onion rings, decadent fresh seafood, steaks, pasta and milkshakes, malts and sundaes for traditional Cajun fare. Located on dessert. We promise there’s something the beautiful lake in Lake Arthur. here for everyone! Visit pittgrill.com for Accessible by both land and water and monthly specials and coupons. features live bands on the weekends.

PAT’S OF HENDERSON 1500 Siebarth Dr. (off Interstate 210), Lake Charle, (337) 439-6618, Sun 11am-9pm, Mon-Thurs 9am-9:30pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm Cajun/Creole, steaks and seafood. Crawfish is our specialty! Conveniently located off of I-210 (Legion St. Exit). Family-oriented with a relaxed atmosphere. We have luncheon specials. Banquet facilities are available. Casual attire.

SOUTHERN SPICE 3901 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 70605 (337) 474-6065 • 277 Highway 171 N. Lake Charles, LA 70611 (337) 855-0010 Mon-Thurs 7am-9pm, Fri & Sat 7am-10pm, Closed Sunday • Authentic Southern, Home-Style Cooking. Offering a large variety of foods & cuisines from daily lunch plate specials to seafood & steaks. Sandwiches, burgers & soups plus an award-winning breakfast that includes homemade biscuits & gravy.

TIA JUANITAS FISH CAMP 723 Ryan St, Lake Charles Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm, Closed Sunday Mexican-Cajun Seafood. Fun and lively with great music and a casual atmosphere. Great fish tacos and gumbo. Expanded dinner menu featuring shrimp and grits, ribeye steaks and New Orleans barbecue shrimp. Boudin quesadillas are the talk of the town!

STEAMBOAT BILL’S Corner of Broad St. & Hwy. 14, Lake Charles (337) 494-17z00, Sun-Thurs 10:30am-9 pm, Fri & Sat 10am-10pm • Cajun/Creole, seafood. Serving lunch, dinner, & late night. Boiled crawfish (hot & spicy), crabs, seafood dinners, crawfish and shrimp pistolettes, gumbo, étouffée, po-boys, & stuffed potatoes. Fast full-service restaurant. Banquet & catering available. Casual attire. STEAMBOAT BILL’S ON THE LAKE 1004 N. Lakeshore Dr., Lake Charles (337) 494-1070, Sun-Thurs 10:30am-9pm, Fri & Sat 10:30am-10pm • Cajun/Creole, seafood. Serving lunch, dinner, & late night. Boiled crawfish (hot & spicy), crabs, seafood dinners, crawfish and shrimp pistolettes, gumbo, étouffée, po-boys, & stuffed potatoes. Fast full-service restaurant. Banquet & catering available. Casual attire.

LindseyJanies.com

Award-winning Louisiana-fusion cuisine world-famous blue dog art by george rodrigue

live music Thursday–Sunday voted “Best Sunday Brunch”

Monday–Thursday 11 am–9 pm • Friday & Saturday 11 am–10 pm • bluedogcafe.com sunday brunch 10:30 am–2 pm • 609 Ryan Street, Lake Charles • 337-491-8880 www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | October-December 2016

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

SHOW BUSINESS In Southwest Louisiana Performing Arts Lake Charles Symphony: Concert 1 Rosa Hart Theater, Lake Charles Civic Center 3 p.m., October 9 Concert #1 of Classical Series will present a side-by-side concert of the Lake Charles Symphony and the Francis G. Bulber Youth Orchestra. The Nutcracker Rosa Hart Theatre, Lake Charles Civic Center Dec. 1-2 The Nutcracker is a beloved classical ballet danced to Tchaikovsky’s beautiful score, this enchanting holiday classic is sure to please those of all ages. Christmas in Louisiana, Once Upon A Time Rosa Hart Theatre, Lake Charles Civic Center Dec. 8-10 Children of all ages will delight as they experience Santa’s journeys to Louisiana throughout the state’s history. Freddie Pate Jamboree The Mines Theatre 6 p.m. Nov. 12 This show features some of your most memorable country favorites, a 10 piece band, costumes and is sprinkled with comedy. Once Upon A Christmas Lewis Auditorium 2 p.m., Dec. 11 The Mines Theatre and Kress Dance Revolution present a holiday dance production featuring over 60 dancers.

Theatre McNeese State University Bayou Players LIZARD 7:30 p.m. Oct. 1-2 The play LIZARD explores what it means to be a family and how each one of us has a special strength and wisdom within us to overcome the judgmental views of others.

Romero & Romero Lake Charles Little Theatre Snow White 7:30 p.m. Oct. 1, Nov. 26, Dec. 31 Snow White is presented by 7 actors utilizing live music and songs. The actors interact with the audience and several children are “cast” to be on stage and help with the story! Sherlock – The Last Case 7:30 p.m. Nov. 4-5, 11-12, 18-19 2 p.m. Nov. 6, 13, 20 Sherlock’s Last Case centers on a death threat against Sherlock Holmes by the supposed son of his late nemesis, Professor Moriarty. “90 Years in Review” Dec. 9-11, 16-18 Join us as we celebrate 90 years of Lake Charles Little Theatre. Beginning on a front porch in 1927 into the 21st century, the Lake Charles Little Theatre has been providing live entertainment to the Lake Area for 90 years. Westlake High Theatre Department/ Children’s Theatre Company From Poe to Pig 7 p.m. Nov. 17 A spoof on The 12 Angry Jurors, these Angry Pigs, examine the case against the Big Bad Wolf and the Three Little Pigs. ACTS Scrooge! 7:30 p.m. Dec. 3, 9-10, 16-17 3 p.m. Dec. 11, 18 A musical version of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol.

The Mines Theatre Miracle on 34th Street 7 p.m. Dec. 16-17 2 p.m. Dec. 18 A Christmas comedy-drama which focuses on a department store Santa at Macy’s who claims to be the real Santa.

ACTS THEATRE One Reid St., Lake Charles (337) 433-ACTS, www.actstheatre.com THE CHILDREN’S THEATRE COMPANY 809 Kirby St. Rm. 313, Lake Charles (337) 433-7323, www.childrenstheatre.com ITINERANT THEATRE www.itineranttheatre.com LAKE AREA BALLET THEATRE www.lakeareaballettheatre.com LAKE CHARLES CIVIC BALLET (337) 304-5445, www.lakecharlescivicballet.com LAKE CHARLES COMMUNITY BAND www.facebook.com/LakeCharlesCommunityBand LAKE CHARLES LITTLE THEATRE 813 Enterprise Blvd., Lake Charles (337) 433-7988, www.thelclt.com LAKE CHARLES SYMPHONY 809 Kirby St. Rm. 210, Lake Charles (337) 433-1611, www.lcsymphony.org MCNEESE THEATRE BAYOU PLAYERS Ralph Squires Hall McNeese Campus, Lake Charles, (337) 475-5043 THE MINES THEATRE (337) 215-1602, www.theminestheatre.com

www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | October-December 2016

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

THE LAKE CHARLES FILM & MUSIC FESTIVAL October 7-9

he fifth annual Lake Charles Film and Music Festival is even bigger and better this year. The three-day event, Friday-Sunday, Oct. 7-9, will be held at the Central School Arts and Humanities Center, 809 Kirby St., Lake Charles, and at several other Lake Charles venues. The festival begins Friday with a filmmaker mixer from 7 p.m.- midnight

at My Place American Pub, 630 W. Prien Lake Road. The kick-off party will feature live music by David Locklear and LOOKS:that:KILL. Film screenings, seminars and workshops will take place 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturday at Central School. More than 30 independent films will be screened during the festival. Filmmaker Christopher R. Mihm will give a seminar on low-budget filmmaking and self-distribution. Other workshops topics include Louisiana film history session by Ed and Susan Poole, acting, film production, directing and prop building. A movie and TV character costume party will be held from 2-3 p.m. Cosplayers are welcome. Also, on Saturday, fans will get to meet award-winning director, Larry Wade Carrell. Carrell has earned 16 awards worldwide including the Platinum Remi

Award for Best Picture at the 45th Annual Worldfest International Film Festival. He is best known for his horror creation “Jacob.” Carrell will host a workshop on making films from script to screen. There will be a festival wrap party Saturday at 9 p.m. at My Place American Pub with a performance from New Orleans band, Hollyrock. The festival concludes at 10 a.m. on Sunday at Tipitinas, 2128 Hodges St., to watch the “Best of Fest” films. Tickets to “Best of Fest” are $5 or free to VIP ticket holders. General admission tickets are $10 at www.lakecharlesfilmfestival.com. For questions, email info@lakecharlesfilmfestival.com

October-december 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

\VG\

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

Yvette Cardozo

LindseyJanies.com

LLakeCharles.com

CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE 5 Itineraries to Plan Your Trip

hether you have just a few days in Southwest Louisiana or the luxury of an extended vacation, several exciting adventures await you. From out of this world outdoor adventures to a “Cajun Taste-away,” Lake Charles has something for everyone. The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention and Visitors Bureau recently published 5 action-packed itineraries to help you experience the best of Southwest Louisiana:

Outdoor Adventures

Family Fun & Festivals Don’t forget the kiddos! Lake Charles is known for its family friendly atmosphere and year around festival seasons. The entire family can enjoy the areas indoor (and outdoor) activities, seasonal attractions and events.

History & Culture While you’re here take a “step back into time” with our vibrant and colorful history. Local museums, galleries and historic districts tell the story of legendary pirates, immigrants as well as past and present artists. Bring it back to the 21st century with our free Historic Tour app as you tour the Charpentier Historic District.

Whether it’s “in your face” or soft adventures you seek, Southwest Louisiana has you covered. In fact, we have so many different outdoor opportunities, you could spend an entire week enjoying them. The outdoor itineraries included everything from fishing Casino - Nightlife trips, paddle boarding, biking trails, eco tours, and hours enjoying And before you head back home, celebrate a successful vacation the Creole Nature Trail All-American Road. No worries, if you can’t with a night on the town! Live music, fantastic bars, and fit them all in one trip, you’ll just have to come back! interactive nightlife will have you wishing the night would never end. Try your luck at one of our 4 casino resorts.

Foodies

The true foodies will love the experiences a “Cajun Taste-away” showcases. Seafood, local brews, and unique menu items. But first on the list is the Southwest Louisiana Boudin Trail. You cannot visit our area without tasting the variety of boudin. With over 30 stops, the trail itself is a full day of culinary exploration.

For full itinerary details and downloadable versions of each adventure, visit www.visitlakecharles.org/itineraries. We hope you’ll enjoy your adventures!

October-december 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

Voted Best Breakfast In Southwest Louisiana

Three nt e C o nve n i n s Locatio • 102 Benoit Lane, Sulphur - 337-527-9448 • 606 West Prien Lake Rd, Lake Charles - 337-564-6724 • 3048 Highway 14, Lake Charles - 337-478-2925

723 Ryan St - Lake Charles, LA - (337) 602-6243

Visit our Website: pittgrill.com

FOR MEXICAN FOOD WITH CAJUN FLAVOR, THERE’S NOTHING ELSE LIKE IT. Strategically located in the heart of Lake Charles’ historic Ryan Street district, Tia Juanita’s Fish Camp serves up unique Mexican-Cajun seafood cuisine . From fish tacos to boudin balls and salsa, there’s something on the menu to delight diners of all persuasions.

337.494.0618

1708 Highway 14, Lake Charles, LA Mon-Fri: 7AM - 8 PM ~ SAT: 7 AM - 6 PM CLOSED ON SUNDAY

WWW.LEONARDSFOODQUARTERS.COM

Breakfast

Desserts

Red Beans / Rice

Boudin Balls

Seafood Platters

Boudin Links

Shrimp Po Boys

Cracklins

Didn’t get enough of that Authentic Cajun Creole Cooking while you ing were visiting? Check out Shipp Leonard’s Marketplace and take some home with you, or we can ship it.

N��

• • • • • • • • • •

Fish Shrimp Beef Pork Chicken Stuffed Meat Smoked Meat Rice Vegetables Beans

• Seafood Dressing • Rice Dressing • Leonard’s Special Seasonings, Sauces & Sides 1704 Highway 14 Lake Charles, LA

337.602.6160 Mon-Fri: 8 AM to 6 PM Sat 8 AM to 2 PM Closed on Sunday

• Small Production Wines • • Liquor • • Cheeses • • Gifts • • Finer Foods •

4070 NELSON RD LAKE CHARLES, LA (337) 477-7017

$5 old fashion Thursday 1/2 off by the bottle Wednesday*

*bottles $100 or less, not including Turley or Rombauer

949 Ryan St • Lake Charles, LA • (337) 602-6278 1910re st aurant .com

THE LAKE AREA’S ONLY WINE BOUTIQUE!

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS October 1-31

f you like a little fright with your Halloween fun, then check out the USS Orleck’s “Carnival of Screams” and The Lost Hollows haunted trails, both in Lake Charles. If you dare to board the USS Orleck, plan on meeting a few unwanted guests! You must be 10 or older to enter and no open-toed shoes or high heels are allowed on the ship. The ship, located at 604 N. Enterprise Blvd., Lake Charles, will host frightful tours through the ship October 21-22, 28-29 and 30-31. Gates open at 6 p.m. for ticket sales, the screams will begin at 7 p.m. General admission tickets are $13 and $25 for FAST PASS tickets. A special “Carnival of Treats” will be held for younger Halloween enthusiasts on Oct. 30 from 5-8 p.m. Admission is $10 per child, parents or guardians get in free. Reservations are

required. For more information, call 337-214-7447 or visit www.orleck.org. You can also visit The Lost Hollows Haunted Attraction. The terror-filled Deadly Pines trail is sure to be full of scares and screams. Begin your journey with an eerie hayride from Spirit Halloween, 3413 Derek Drive, Lake Charles, and travel to the creepiest woods in Southwest Louisiana. Hayride shuttle lines start at 6 p.m. and stop 30 minutes before the trails close. Individual ticket prices are $22 and $35 for FAST PASS tickets. Children under 13 years must be accompanied by an adult. The Lost Hollows will be scaring every Friday and Saturday starting on Sept 30. There will be a special “No Fright” event on Sunday, Oct. 30 from 6 p.m.-midnight, when visitors can view the usual terrors without the frights. Proceeds from this night go to the

anti-bullying nonprofit Don’t Be a Monster. On Monday, October 31, the terrors return with a “Lights Out” event, where victims make their way through the woods with nothing but a flashlight to guide them. For more information, visit www.losthollows.com or call 337-415-9159. If you’re looking for more fun Halloween adventures, visit www.visitlakcharles.org/boo for a complete list of Halloween happenings.

VINTON HERITAGE FESTIVAL October 8

ome celebrate Vinton’s 105th birthday at the 2016 Vinton Heritage Festival. The annual event on Saturday, Oct. 8, celebrates the town’s rich history with plenty of live music, rides, food vendors, door prizes, crafts, free laser tag, pony rides, fun jumps, rock wall, and other activities, including a visit by Southwest Louisiana’s goodwill ambassador Gumbeaux Gator. There will be

handmade cypress furniture, homemade sweets and jellies and the “Cornmeal Man” will be on hand to demonstrate corn grinding. Bands slated to perform include Raymond T and French Bred, Ivy Dugas, Juz-B-Cuz, Zydecane and La. Express and Swamp Pop. The festival will be held 9 a.m.-8 p.m. in downtown Vinton, at the corners of Center and Horridge streets. Coolers and alcoholic beverages

are prohibited. Bring your lawn chairs and your friends and family out for this Southwest Louisiana mainstay. Admission and parking are free. For more festival information, contact Vinton City Hall at 337-589-7453 or Debbi McBride at 337-302-2568 or email mayor_assistant@cityofvinton.com.

\VG\

www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | October-December 2016

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

CAL-CAM FAIR October 12-16 Cal-Cam Parade, October 9

ulphur’s annual Cal-Cam Fair is a fall tradition for many Southwest Louisiana residents - and for good reason. Sponsored by the CalCam Fair Association, the 93-year-old fair will take place Wednesday-Sunday, Oct. 12-16, at the West Calcasieu Arena, 2900 Ruth St. in Sulphur. The event brings in an average of 15,000 visitors each year, and it features everything from carnival rides to a livestock show. Judges also award top prizes in several food, baked goods and arts and crafts contests. The fair offers good food and plenty of fun carnival rides, games and attractions for both children and adults. There will also be a full roster of bands and other entertainment,

as well as beauty pageants and wildlife exhibits. Festival hours are 4 – 10 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday; 5 p.m. – midnight Friday, 10 a.m. – midnight Saturday and 1-6 p.m. on Sunday. The hugely-popular Cal-Cam Fair parade takes place at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9 beginning at Sulphur High School down Willow St., and it proceeds east on Cypress Street to W.W. Lewis Middle School. Admission is $5 for ages 10 and older. Children under 10 get in for free. Livestock Show proceeds support the Cal-Cam Fair Association’s scholarship fund. No alcoholic beverages are allowed. For a full schedule of events and live entertainment, call the festival office at 337-527-9371.

The event brings in an average of 15,000 visitors each year.

BrendaLaFleur.com

CHUCK FEST October 15

huck Fest is a festival dedicated to celebrating Lake Charles’ rich cultural bounty. The free event will take place Saturday, Oct. 15, from noon to midnight on the 600 and 700 blocks of Ryan Street in downtown Lake Charles. Chuck Fest will spotlight local restaurant favorites, Louisianamade beer and spirits. An extensive outdoor art market will feature handmade and original art pieces by local artists. At the core of Chuck Fest is an all-encompassing line up of musicians and bands from across Lake Charles that represent an eclectic range of genres and styles. To learn more about Chuck Fest or about this year’s lineup, visit www.chuckfestla.com

October-december 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

Jamie Hartnett

lunch & dinner Meals include Waffle Potato Fries™ + Tea or Soft Drink. look for choices

grilled meals

original meals entree

meal

under 350 cal

entree

meal

1. Chick-fil-a Sandwich . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6.09

840-1070 cal

$3.15 440 cal

5. Grilled Chicken Sandwich . . . . . . $7.29

710-930 cal

$4.49

310 cal

2. Spicy Deluxe Sandwich . . . . . . . . . . . $6.89

940-1160 cal

$3.99 540 cal

6. Grilled nuggets . . . . . . . . .8-count $6.85

540-760 cal

$3.95

140 cal

3. Chick-fil-a® nuggets . . . . . . . 8-count $6.09

660-880 cal

$3.15 260 cal

12-count $8.69

610-830 cal

$5.85

210 cal

790-1010 cal

$4.55 390 cal

7. Grilled Chicken Club Sandwich . . $8.49

840-1060 cal

$5.69

430 cal

750-970 cal

$3.39 350 cal

8. Grilled Cool Wrap® . . . . . . . . . . . $8.19

750-970 cal

$5.25

350 cal

870-1090 cal

$4.45 470 cal

9. Chicken Salad Sandwich . . . . . . . $6.95

900-1120 cal

$4.09

500 cal

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-count $7.39 4. Chick-n-Strips . . . . . . . . . . 3-count $6.29 ™

4-count $7.35

sides

salads

Waffle Potato Fries™ M $1.69 400 cal L $1.89 520 cal

Cobb $7.25

drinks

430 cal 510 cal with toppings

Grilled Market $7.25 200 cal

330 cal with toppings

Spicy Southwest $7.25

SUBSTITUTE your side for $1.10 more

290 cal

450 cal with toppings

kids meals

Fruit Cup M $2.79 45 cal L $4.35 80 cal

include a small side, kid’s size drink + a special surprise.

Superfood Side S $2.69 150 cal L $3.99 190 cal

Chick-fil-a® nuggets 4-count $3.55 6-count $4.25

110 cal

Side Salad $2.95 80 cal

Chick-n-Strips™ 1-count $3.19 2-count $4.29

Greek Yogurt Parfait with cookie crumbs or granola $3.05 210/230 cal

120 Cal

Simply Orange® $2.19 160 cal

230 Cal

treats Hand-Spun Milkshakes Cookies & Cream, Chocolate Strawberry or Vanilla S $2.85 500-590 cal L $3.25 620-750 cal Icedream® Cone S $1.25 170 cal L $1.65 Cup S $1.59 290 cal L $1.85

260 cal 360 cal

Kid’s Fruit Cup 35 cal Small Waffle Potato Fries™ 310 cal Cinnamon Apple Sauce 60 cal

Frosted Lemonade Available with Diet Lemonade S $2.85 240/330 cal L $3.25 290/410 cal Frosted Coffee S $2.85 240 cal L $3.25 300 cal Chocolate Chunk Cookie Single $1.19 350 cal Half Dozen $6.65 350 cal/serving

breakfast

sides

Meals include Hash Browns + Small Coffee. meal

entree

1. Chick-fil-a® Biscuit Original . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4.55 700 cal Spicy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4.69 700 cal

$2.25 450 cal $2.39 450 cal

2. Chick-n-Minis . 3-count $4.69 520 cal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-count $5.39 610 cal

$2.35 270 cal $3.09 360 cal

3. Egg White Grill . . . . . . . . $5.69 540 cal

$3.39 300 cal

™

0 cal

190 cal

Grilled nuggets 4-count $3.89 6-count $4.85 70 cal

Hot Coffee Regular or Decaf S $1.65 0 cal M $1.95 L $2.15 0 cal

Soft Drinks M $1.59 0-210 cal L $1.89 0-340 cal

Chicken Soup S $2.69 140 cal L $4.39 270 cal

Cold Brew Iced Coffee Original or Vanilla S $2.39 150-160 cal L $2.69 180-200 cal

Fresh-Squeezed Lemonade Diet or Regular M $1.79 20-220 cal L $2.15 25-300 cal

130 cal

DaSanI® $1.59 0 cal

Freshly-Brewed Iced Tea Unsweetened or Sweet M $1.59 0-120 cal L $1.89 0-170 cal

meal

entree

5. Bacon or Sausage Egg & Cheese Biscuit .$4.95 660/850 cal $2.59

420/600 cal

6. Sausage or Bacon Egg & Cheese Muffin . $5.09 550/740 cal $2.79

300/490 cal

7. Chicken, Egg & Cheese Bagel . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5.75 730 cal

480 cal

$3.45

4. Chicken or Sausage Burrito . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4.95 690/710 cal $2.65 450/460 cal

Hash Browns $0.99 240 cal

SUBSTITUTE your side for $1.86 more Fruit Cup M $2.79 45 cal L $4.35 80 cal Greek Yogurt Parfait with cookie crumbs or granola $3.05 210/230 cal

Chick-fil-A Lake Charles, 3435 Nelson Road, Lake Charles, LA 70601 Phone Number 337-479-8007 Store Hours 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. | Breakfast (Served 6:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.) | Closed Sunday Before placing your order, please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy. †

Breaded chicken is cooked in 100% refined peanut oil. Waffle Potato Fries™ and Hash Browns are cooked in canola oil. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Additional nutrition information available upon request or at chick-fil-a.com. © 2016 CFA Properties, Inc. All trademarks shown are the property of their respective owners. Prices subject to change. FSR_BTS_SB_PG7_REV0716

• 100% Non-Smoking Facility • Guest Rooms & Suites feature LCD Flat Screen TVs. Coffee Maker, Hair Dryer, Micro Fridge, Iron & Board, Voicemail, Sofa, Desk & Work Space • Complimentary High Speed Wireless Throughout the Hotel • Free Morning Newspaper • Ken’s Restaurant & Bar, Serving Breakfast and Dinner, with Room Service Available • Indoor Heated Pool & Whirlpool • Fitness Center • Business Center • 2400 square feet of Meeting Space for All Occasions • Guest Laundry

337- 491- 6600 hielakecharles@gmail.com

• T-1 Internet Access • Whirlpools suites • Executive rooms • Meeting room (capacity of 50) • Guest Laundry • Microwave - Refrigerator in all rooms

& Suites 2940 Lake Street

Lake Charles, LA 70601 337-310-7700 • 337-310-6700 hilakecharles@gmail.com holidayinn.com/lakecharlesla

• Fitness Center • Business Center • Outdoor Pool • Free Local Calls • Business Friendly rooms with voice mail. • Complimentary Breakfast Bar • 100% Non-Smoking Facility

402 N. Martin Luther King Hwy Interstate 10 Exit 32 South 1 Block

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

ARTS & CULTURE FEST October 22

elp foster children’s appreciation of the arts and celebrate the community’s cultural diversity at ArtsFest and Culture Fest Louisiana, separate events that will be held Saturday, Oct. 22, at the Lake Charles Civic Center, 900 Lakeshore Drive, Lake Charles. ArtsFest, a free arts festival for children, will be held 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., in the Civic Center’s Exhibition Hall. Local businesses and civic groups will host booths with art projects. Activities will include live music, food, hands-on pottery lessons, educational exhibits, tug of wars, caricature drawings and interactive demonstrations on stage. Culture Fest Louisiana will be held 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on the second and third floors of the Civic Center. This

international celebration of cultures will showcase the arts, music, dance, fashion, food and storytelling of all of the different countries represented in Southwest Louisiana. There will be cultural display booths from around the world and a variety of entertainment including Canadian musical group, Delhi 2 Dublin who will perform Friday evening at 6:30 p.m. This free family event will also have several events for children. For more information on ArtsFest, call the Arts Council office at 337-439-ARTS or visit www.artscouncilswla.org. For more information on Culture Fest Louisiana, call 337-409-9636, email info@culturefestlouisiana.com or visit www.culturefestlouisiana.com.

VETERANS DAY AVENUE OF FLAGS November 11

he annual Veterans Day Avenue of Flags is a sight to see! Nearly 1,000 memorial flags float majestically in the breeze at serene Orange Grove/ Graceland Cemetery, 2023 Broad Street, all to honor the men and women who bravely served our country, according to Ted Harless, event director. Lake Charles’ Avenue of Flags is the largest display of casket flags in the entire country. The collection grows every year with donations from family members of deceased veterans.

From 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, visitors may walk, cycle, or drive through the flag display along the cemetery’s winding roads, all lined with beautiful live oaks. Several hundred visitors come out to see the display each year. Local volunteers help put up the flags and take them down – all in one day. The memorial flags, which measure 5 feet by 9 ½ feet, are too large to be properly displayed at home and are better suited to be displayed on flagpoles.

In addition to the memorial flags, the Avenue of Flags also features a history circle where replicas of eight previous United States flags are flown. Admission to the Avenue of Flags is free. The flags are also displayed each Memorial Day. For more information, call 337-437-7810.

\VG\

www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | October-December 2016

“The Little Restaurant With a lot of Flavor.”

Mon-Fri: 6:00 am - 8:00 pm Sat: 7:00 am - 2:30 pm We Take Reservations, Walk-Ins Welcome, Good For Groups, Good For Kids, Take Out, Catering and Waiter Service Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Coffee and Drinks

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

TURNING BACK THE CLOCKS Each community in Southwest Louisiana has its own unique blend of character and history. With pirates, railroads, Victorian mansions and sleepy oaks, there is much to discover by looking into the colorful pages of the past.

HISTORY OF OUR SIX CITIES LAKE CHARLES

The romantic history of Lake Charles, involving tales of pirates and buried treasure, began with the arrival of the first French settlers in the 1760s. The lumber boom was responsible for the early rapid growth of the city. Without architects in the area until the early 1900s, the structures reflect the individual characteristics of the carpenters in the “Charpentier Historic District,” on the National Register of Historic Places.

SULPHUR

In the late 1800s, Sulphur was a sulfur mining haven. In 1907, the average population of the Sulphur Mines area was 5,000, making it a town unto itself. This fifty-acre tract of land was then known as the “richest fifty acres in the world.” The Brimstone Museum details Sulphur’s early history.

WESTLAKE

DeQUINCY

Westlake was originally named “Rio Hondo,” and the area from Westlake up the Sabine River was also known as “No Man’s Land” to rustlers, pirates and renegades. In the early 1800s, settlers came to the area, purchased l and and renamed it Westlake.

In 1897 the Kansas City, Pittsburg and Gulf Railway, now the Kansas City Southern, reached the point where its main line bent toward the southwest to Beaumont and the old Calcasieu River. Vernon & Shreveport tram line, now the Lake Charles branch of the K.C.S., joined the main line causing the rise of the town DeQuincy. Today, you can visit the DeQuincy Railroad Museum.

VINTON

IOWA

The quaint town of Vinton was once traveled by Civil War soldiers. The soldiers cut a road extending from an area in Vinton known as “Niblett’s Bluff” on the Sabine River. Once known as “Fort Niblett,” the area was home to a lumber camp, railroad, general store, hotel and more.

The history of Iowa is filled with stories of the early Midwestern settlers from Kansas, Illinois and Iowa to the French Canadians (Cajuns) to Jean Lafitte’s pirates along the Old Spanish Trail. The railroad that cut through this country brought settlers who were lured to the prairie land for rice farming, raising cattle, and later, oil fields. Known also for the Iowa Rabbit Festival.

www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | October-December 2016

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

HISTORIC Attractions Take a tour through one of the historic districts Charpentier, Margaret Place, or Shell Beach Drive to see classic examples of early 1900s Lake Charles architecture or magnificent plantation style homes.

911 Memorial

Memorial honoring two local men killed in the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks. There is a piece of granite from the Pentagon and a steel girder from the World Trade Center. Features 3,000 pieces of colored glass commemorating those lost.

Charpentier Historic District Covering 40 blocks of downtown Lake Charles, you can step back in time with a self-guided walking or driving tour of one of the finest collections of architecture in Louisiana on the National Register of Historic Places. Stop by the CVB, 1205 N. Lakeshore Drive, for a brochure or information on carriage rides. Download the free app by searching “Lake Charles Historic Tour” in your app store.

DeQuincy Historic District

Journey through the area once known as the “Turpentine Capital of Louisiana” and tour beautiful and historically significant buildings such as the All Saints Episcopal Church, the Kansas City Southern Railroad Depot/DeQuincy Railroad Museum and the Hagler House.

Margaret Place/ Shell Beach Drive

Shell Beach Drive gives visitors a view of some of the most luxurious homes. The Margaret Place Historical District celebrated its centennial anniversary in 2012.

Millennium Statue

15 ft. bronze statue of Jesus Christ. Stands 23 ft. tall over the resting places of Lake Charles’ earliest and most famous settlers.

Niblett’s Bluff Park

Located at the end of Niblett’s Bluff Rd. off Highway 109/Exit 4 in Vinton. Call (337) 436-9588 for details. See listing,pg. 50.

Southwest Louisiana Genealogical & Historical Library

411 Pujo St., Lake Charles, (337) 721-7110 Mon-Fri 9am-6pm; Sat 9am-5pm gen@calcasieu.lib.la.us Housed in the historic Carnegie Memorial Library building, this collection’s friendly staff can assist serious researchers or novices in tracing family history.

Sulphur Historic District

Established as mining town, Sulphur includes one of the first planned communities in the U.S., Maplewood. Sulphur celebrates its history in Heritage Square comprised of the Henning Cultural Center and Brimstone Museum.

USS Orleck Naval Museum

604 N. Enterprise Blvd., (337) 214-7447 Mon-Fri 10am-3pm, Sat 10am-4pm Tours available Mon-Fri 10am-2pm Sat 10am-3pm, $10 Adults, $8 Seniors (60+), $5 Active Duty Military with ID, $5 Children (6-12) Free for 5 years and under. Group rates available; www.orleck.org Historic Naval Museum featuring the USS Orleck DD886 WWII destroyer which served during the close of WWII through the Vietnam era.

Veterans Memorial Park

Located along the boardwalk by the Lake Charles Civic Center, this park displays the five branches of the Armed Forces with engraved bricks representing the men and women who have served since WWI. A famous WWII Patton Tank is on display.

The Calcasieu Historical Preservation Society www.calcasieupreservation.org

October-december 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

Hotels of Lake Charles Love Southwest Louisiana

“

My favorite Southwest Louisiana Restaurant is Steamboat Bill’s by the Lake. I am quite sure that you too will enjoy this locally owned Top 20 voted Cajun seafood restaurant once you give it a try.

Nothing beats a warm spring day in Southwest Louisiana! The weather is perfect, and the azalea bushes are in full bloom, which just happens to be my favorite springtime flower. You are sure to find me at times with a blossom behind my ear.

Sarah C.

Guest Services Representative, Best Western PLUS Prien Lake

Hotels of Lake Charles LOVES SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA Hotels of Hotels Lake Charles LOVES SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA of Lake Charles LOVES SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA Hotels of Lake Charles LOVES SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

“

Hotels of Lake Charles LOVES SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

Bonita T.

Executive Housekeeper,

Quality “My favoritebeats Southwest “Nothing a warm day inSulphur “My favorite “My Southwest Louisiana “Nothing a warmLouisiana springa“Nothing day inspring favorite Southwest Louisiana “Nothing beats warm day in beats “My favorite Southwest Louisiana beats a warm spring dayspring in Suites Restaurant is Steamboat Bill’s by Southwest Louisiana! Restaurant is Restaurant Steamboat is Bill’s by Louisiana! Steamboat Bill’s by Southwest Louisiana! Restaurant is Southwest Steamboat Bill’s by Southwest Louisiana! “Myspice favorite Southwest Louisiana “Nothing beats a warm spring day in Personalities areLake. the life.theHere in Lake. the Lake. the theof Lake. Steamboat Bill’s by is Southwest Louisiana! The weather is perfect and the azalea The weather perfect andisthe azalea The weather perfect and the The weather isazalea perfect and the azalea Southwest Louisiana,Restaurant you willisfind a variety of spice the am quiteyou sure that youare tooinwhich will bushes are in full bloom, I am quite sure thatquite youLake. too will bushes are in full bloom, just are I am sure that you tooIsure will bushes fullbushes bloom, which justbloom, I am quite that too will in full which just which just throughout our Cajun heritage and culture. These The weather is perfect enjoy this locally owned Top 20 happens to azalea be my favorite springtime enjoy this locally Top 20 happens to be my springtime enjoyowned this locally owned Top 20 happens to be myhappens favorite enjoy this locally owned Top 20favorite tospringtime beand my the favorite springtime I are amseafood quite sure that you too will bushes are in to full bloom, which just assortments of seafood spices shown in voted our personalities, cajun seafood restaurant once flower. You sure at voted cajun restaurant once flower. You are sure to find at voted cajun restaurant once flower. You areme sure find me voted cajun seafood restaurant once flower. You areatsure to are findSouthwest me to at find me Louisiana enjoy this locally owned Top 20 happens to beear.”my favorite springtime give it a try.” -Sarah C.aGuest times with abehind blossom behind youagive it a try.” -Sarah Guest times with aC.blossom behind my you give it aC. try.” -Sarah C. Guest times with blossom behind ear.”you give ityou a try.” -Sarah Guest times with a my blossom mysome ear.”- my or even warm Southern dish shared amongst boasts of ear.”the voted cajunRepresentative, seafood restaurant flower. YouT.are sure to find me atBonita Services Bestonce Bonita T. Executive Housekeeper, Servicesfriends. Representative, Best Services Bonita Executive Housekeeper, Services Representative, Best Bonita T. Executive Housekeeper, Representative, Best T. Executive Housekeeper, We look forward to seeing you soon. finest waterways and you givePrien it aPLUS try.” -Sarah C. Guest times with aSuites blossom behind my ear.”Western Prien Lake Quality Suites Sulphur Western PLUS Prien Lake Quality Sulphur Western PLUS Prien Lake Quality Suites Sulphur Western PLUS Lake Quality Suites Sulphur “grab a link of boudin and head to the lake for “grab a linkBest of boudin andofhead to the lake “grab a link boudin and head to the lake “grab a link offor boudin and for head to the lake for T. Executive Housekeeper, Services Representative, Bonita nature trails. Here you some freshwater some freshwater fishing” some freshwater some fishing” freshwater fishing” fishing” Western PLUS Prien Lake Quality Suites Sulphur “grab a link of boudin and head to the lake for can unplug, grab aLouisiana link of boasts areofthe spice of “Southwest “Personalities“Personalities are the spice are of “Personalities “Southwest Louisiana boasts the spice “Personalities of are the spice “Southwest Louisiana boasts “Southwest Louisiana boasts some freshwater fishing” Maureen B. boudin and head to the life. Here in Southwest the finest waterways, and life. Here in Southwest some of the finest and life. Here in Southwest some waterways, of the finestsome waterways, andofwaterways, life. Here in Southwest of thesome finest and Assistant General Manager “Personalities area the spice “Southwest Louisiana boasts Louisiana youa will find a nature trails. Louisiana youLouisiana will find a will nature trails. nature trails. you find Louisiana you willoffind nature trails. lake for some freshwater life. Here in Southwest some of the finest waterways, and Comfort Inn LakeofCharles variety of spice throughout our variety of spice throughout our variety of spice throughout our throughout variety spice our fishing or even go unplug, grab a link Louisiana you will find aand nature cajun heritage and culture. you can cajun heritagecajun and culture. Here you canHere unplug, grab a link heritage and culture. you cantrails. unplug, aHere link cajun heritage culture. Here grab you can unplug, grab a link crabbing all before variety of spice throughout our of boudin head of boudin andofhead to the boudin andlake head to the lake for offor boudin and head toand thenoon! lake to forthe lake for cajun heritage and culture. Here can unplug, a linkor even These assortments freshwater fishing or even These assortments spices some freshwater fishing or you even Theseof assortments of spices some freshwater fishing or some evengrab These assortments of spices of spices some freshwater fishing ofnoon, boudin and head the lake for shown in our personalities, goall crabbing all before noon, are shown in are ourshown personalities, go crabbing all in ourare personalities, gobefore crabbing all before noon,to shown are in our personalities, go crabbing before noon, These assortments of some fishing or even orspices even a warm southern dish shared amongst friends. there’s afreshwater story there!”K. Guest Services or even a warm southern dish shared friends. there’s a story there!”Ashley K. Guest Services or even a warm southern shared amongst friends. there’s a story there!”Ashley K. Guest Services or evenamongst adish warm southern dish shared amongst friends. there’s a story there!”Ashley K. Ashley Guest Services Ashley K. Charles are our personalities, go crabbing allSuper before noon, We look forward to seeing you soon.”Maureen B, Super Representative, 8 Lake What Ishown enjoy most about Southwest Louisiana We look forward to seeing youWe soon.”Maureen Super 8 Lake Charles We look forward toin seeing you soon.”Maureen B,Representative, Representative, 8 Lake Charles look forward toB, seeing you soon.”Maureen B, Representative, Super 8 Lake Charles or General even Comfort a Assistant warm southern dish shared amongst friends. there’s a story there!”- Ashley K. Guest Services Guest Services Representative Assistant General Manager, Comfort Inn Lake Charles Assistant General Manager, Inn Lake Charles Assistant Manager, Comfort Inn Lake Charles General Manager, Comfort Inn Lake Charles is our Southern hospitality and Cajun food! We look forward to seeing you soon.”- Maureen B, Representative, Super 8 Lake CharlesSuper 8 Lake Charles All hotels feature a Hot Breakfast, Pool, Fitness All hotels a Hotfeature Breakfast, Pool, Fitness All hotels a Hot Breakfast, Fitness All hotels feature aPool, Hot Breakfast, Pool, Fitness Assistant General Manager, Comfort Inn Lake Charlesfeature Center, Business Center, Wirelessand Internet, Center, Business Center, Wireless Internet, and Center, Free Center, Business Center, Wireless Internet, and FreeInternet, Center, Business Wireless Free and Free feature a Hot Breakfast, Pool, Fitness “What I enjoy aboutAll hotelsParking. Parking. “What most Iabout Parking. enjoy most about Parking. “What I enjoy most aboutmost Jay K.I enjoy“What Center, Business Center, Wireless Internet, and Free Louisiana is our southern Southwest Louisiana is our southern Southwest Louisiana is our Southwest southern Southwest Louisiana is our southern General Manager All hotels a Hot and Breakfast, Pool, Fitness Center, Business enjoy most hospitality about Parking. and cajun Jayinis K. Meeting space isinavailable Sulphur Lake hospitality and cajun“What food!”Jay K. space isfood!”available Sulphur Lake hospitality andIcajun food!”JayMeeting K. food!”Meeting space available in Sulphur and Lake hospitality and cajun Jay K.feature Meeting space is available Sulphurin and Lake and Wingate By Wyndham Sulphur Southwest Louisiana is our southern Center, Wireless Internet, and Free Parking. General Manager, Wingate at select hotels. General Manager, Wingate ByGeneral at select hotels. General Manager, Wingate By Charles Charles atBy select Charles hotels. at Charles Manager, Wingate By select hotels. hospitality and cajunWyndham food!”- Jay K. Meeting space is available in Sulphur and Lake Sulphur Wyndham Sulphur Wyndham Sulphur Wyndham Sulphur space isatavailable inone Sulphur andone Charles at 361 select General Manager, Wingate ByusMeeting Charles select hotels. Give us a to call today toLake reserve our hotelhotels. Give a callGive today one our 361 hotel usto a reserve call today toof reserve of our 361 hotel Give us a call today reserve of our one 361 of hotel Wyndham Sulphur at a great rate. rooms at a great rate.at a great rate. rooms rooms at a rooms great rate. Give us a call today to reserve one of our 361 hotel rooms at a great rate.

“

337-477-5900 337-478-4650 337-477-5900337-477-5900 337-478-4650 337-527-5151 337-478-4650 337-527-5151 337-477-5900 337-478-4650

(337) 477-5900

(337) 478-4650

337-477-5900

337-478-4650

337-527-5151 337-626-7000 337-477-1606 337-626-7000 337-477-1606 337-626-7000 337-477-1606 337-527-5151 337-626-7000 337-477-1606

(337) 527-5151 337-527-5151

(337) 626-7000

337-626-7000

337-477-1606

(337) 477-1606

www.hotelsoflakecharles.com www.hotelsoflakecharles.com www.hotelsoflakecharles.com www.hotelsoflakecharles.com www.hotelsoflakecharles.com

Give us a call today to reserve one of our 361 hotel rooms at a great rate.

www.hotelsoflakecharles.com

I-10 Exit27, 27,Lake LakeCharles, Charles,LA LA I-10 Exit 1-800-THE-ISLE(843-4753) (843-4753) 1-800-THE-ISLE www.isleofcapricasinos. com www.isleofcapricasinos.com

CONNECT WITH US CONNECT WITH US

© 2016 Isle of Capri Casinos, Inc. Isle of Capri and Fan Club are registered trademarks of Isle of Capri Casinos, Inc. © 2016 of least Capri21Casinos, of Capri and Fan Club are registered trademarks of Isle of Capri Casinos, Inc. MustIsle be at years ofInc. ageIsle to play in the casino. Must be at least 21 years of age to play in the casino.

SLOTS OF OF GAMES GAMES SLOTS Play all all your yourfavorite favoriteslot slotmachines machinesand andtables, tables, Play Blackjackand andRoulette Rouletteallallday, day,every every including $$55 Blackjack including day. Now Now off offering eringthe thelargest largestnon-smoking non-smokingcasino casino day. section in in the theLake LakeCharles Charlesarea. area. section

FUN FUN WITH WITH FOOD FOOD Spice Spice up up your yourday daywith withaameal mealatatany anyofofour our great great restaurants. restaurants.

ROOM ROOM TO TO SMILE SMILE Stay Stay in in our our fifinely nelyappointed appointedTower TowerHotel HotelororInn, Inn, where where pillow-top pillow-topmattresses mattressesand andflflatatscreen screenTVs TVs make make you you feel feelright rightat athome. home.

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

CALENDAR OF EVENTS October - December

■ OCTOBER ............................................................ 1 Sulphur High School Invitation Swim Meet SPAR Recreation & Aquatic Center/Sulphur 1 Gator Grand Prix Burton Complex/Lake Charles 1 McNeese State Football vs. Nicholls State McNeese State University, Cowboy Stadium/ Lake Charles 1 Snow White Lake Charles Little Theatre 1-2 Shrine Circus Lake Charles Civic Center, Coliseum 1-2 Steel Magnolias ACTS 1-2 Lizard McNeese State Univeristy, Tritico Theatre/ Lake Charles 1-15 Louisiana Celebrates Carnival Exhibit Imperial Calcasieu Museum/Lake Charles 1-29 Rodrigue: Louisiana Graveyards Exhibit Imperial Calcasieu Museum/Lake Charles 2 Sax in the City: Dinner & Concert Lake Charles Civic Center 3- Love by Any Name Exhibit 12/30 Gallery by the Lake/Lake Charles 4 Pro Life Banquet Lake Charles Civic Center, Coliseum 4 McNeese Chambers Singers Concert McNeese State University, Tritico Theatre/ Lake Charles 4- Art by Marlene LIttle, Exhibit 12/30 Gallery by the Lake/Lake Charles 6 Food Trucks Invade! Lake Charles Civic Center 7 Pat Green Concert Golden Nugget Lake Charles 7 McNeese State Women’s Soccer vs. Nicholls State University McNeese State University, Cowgirl Field/ Lake Charles 7-31 The Lost Hollows Haunted Trails Spirit Halloween Store/Lake Charles 7-8 Country Club Arts and Crafts Fair St. Luke Simpson United Methodist Church/ Lake Charles 7-9 Lake Charles Film & Music Festival Various Locations/Lake Charles 7-11/25 Quilts by Laura Casmore Exhibit Black Heritage Gallery/Lake Charles 8 Cheech & Chong Comedy Show Golden Nugget Lake Charles 8 Walk to End Alzheimer’s Lake Charles Civic Center, Amphitheatre 8 Rouge et Blanc Food & Wine Festival McNeese State University/Lake Charles 8 8th Annual Birdies, Bogies, and BBQ Benefit Golf Tournament Mallard Cove Golf Course/Lake Charles 8 Movies in the Square: Ghostbusters The Grove at Heritage Square/Sulphur 8 La Ville Uni (The City United) Picnic Pinederosa Park/Westlake 8 Labare Concert Isle of Capri Casino & Hotel/Westlake

8 9 13-16 14 14 15 15 15 15 15 19-3/11 20 20 20- 11/27 21 21 22 21-22, 28-31 21,23 22 22 22 22 22 22 23 26 27-29 27-30

Vinton Heritage Festival Downtown Vinton Lake Charles Symphony: Concert #1 of Classical Series Lake Charles Civic Center, Rosa Hart Theatre Cal-Cam Fair & Livestock Show West Cal Arena & Events Center/Sulphur 38 Special Concert Golden Nugget Lake Charles The Velvet Pig Cooking Class: Vegan Creole Majestic Hall at Walnut Grove/Lake Charles Chuck Fest Downtown Lake Charles Charlie Daniels Band Golden Nugget Lake Charles Drum, Flow, and Fire: Lake Area Gathering Walnut Grove Development Center/Lake Charles Ethel Precht Breast Cancer Walk Lake Charles Civic Center McNeese State Football vs. University of Central Arkansas McNeese State University, Cowboy Stadium/ Lake Charles Thoroughbred Racing Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel/Vinton McNeese Jazz Band Concert McNeese State University, Tritico Theatre/ Lake Charles Women’s Commission 26th Annual Fall Conference Lake Charles Civic Center Ron Aquino Photo Exhibit Henning Cultural Center/Sulphur Marshall Tucker Band Golden Nugget Lake Charles McNeese State Women’s Soccer vs. Houston Baptist McNeese State University, Cowgirl Field/ Lake Charles Dutch Oven Cooking Sam Houston Jones State Park/Moss Bluff Carnival of Screams USS Orleck Naval Museum/Lake Charles Louisiana Choral Foundation Fall Concerts University United Methodist Church/Lake Charles ZZ Top Concert Golden Nugget Lake Charles Arts Fest Lake Charles Civic Center, Exhibition Hall Culture Fest Louisiana Lake Charles Civic Center MDA Muscle Walk Lake Charles Civic Center, Amphitheatre Movies in the Square: Casper The Grove at Heritage Square/Sulphur 7th Annual Holy Smoke BBQ Cook-Off & Praise Festival Downtown DeQuincy McNeese State Women’s Soccer vs. Texas A&M- Corpus Christi McNeese State University, Cowgirl Field/Lake Charles McNeese Wind Symphony Concert McNeese State University, Tritico Theatre/Lake Charles The Rocky Horror Show Central School Arts & Humanities Center/Lake Charles McNeese State University Rodeo Burton Complex/Lake Charles

28 28 29 29

My Girlfriend Concert Isle of Capri Casino & Hotel/Westlake Gaither Vocal Band Concert Glad Tidings Church/Lake Charles 29 Ladies Night Out Lake Charles Civic Center, Rosa Hart Theatre McNeese State Football vs. Abilene Christian University McNeese State University, Cowboy Stadium/ Lake Charles Calcasieu Parish High School Swimming Championship SPAR Recreation & Aquatic Center/Sulphur 29 Walnut Grove 5K & Nutty Fun Color Run Walnut Grove/Lake Charles 29 OktoBARFest 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles 30 Carnival of Treats USS Orleck Naval Museum/Lake Charles 31 Halloween Harvest Festival Lake Charles Civic Center 31 “Tales from the Mat” Yoga Class Yoga Center of Lake Charles

■ NOVEMBER ........................................................ 1-25 Quilts by Laura Casmore Exhibit Black Heritage Gallery/Lake Charles 1-27 Ron Aquino Photo Exhibit Henning Cultural Center/Sulphur 1- Love by Any Name Exhibit 12/30 Gallery by the Lake/Lake Charles 1- Art by Marlene Little, Exhibit 12/30 Gallery by the Lake/Lake Charles 1-3/11 Thoroughbred Racing Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel/Vinton 3 Affair d’Art, Gallery by the Lake Fundraiser Treasures of Marilyn’s/Lake Charles 4 Santa’s Arrival Celebration Prien Lake Mall/Lake Charles 4 Banners: “Pete the Cat Theatre Show” Lake Charles Civic Center 4-6, Sherlock 11-13, The Last Case 18-20 Lake Charles Little Theatre 4- Pictures with Santa 12/24 Prien Lake Mall/Lake Charles 5 Rick Springfield Concert Golden Nugget Lake Charles 5-12/17 Crave Gourmet’s “Holiday Pairing & Sharing’ Crave/Lake Charles 5, 12, Charlestown Farmers Market (Downtown) 19, 26 1911 Historic City Hall/Lake Charles 5-6 Exotic Reptile and Pet Show Lake Charles Civic Center 8 McNeese Opera Workshop Performance McNeese State University, Tritico Theatre/ Lake Charles 10 West Cal Chamber of Commerce Banquet West Cal Arena & Events Center/Sulphur 10- Jose-Maria Cundin Exhibit 12/31 Imperial Calcasieu Museum/Lake Charles 11 Veterans Day Avenue of Flags Orange Grove/Graceland Cemetery/Lake Charles

October-december 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

YOUR GUIDE to What’s Happening and Where! 11 11-13 12 12 12 12 12-13 12-13 13 15 16-19 17 17-19 17 18 18 18-20 18-20 19 19 19 19 19 19-20 25-27 26 26 27 27

Grits & Glamour Tour with Pam Tillis & Laurie Morgan Golden Nugget Lake Charles Sherlock - The Last Case Lake Charles Little Theatre Freddie Pate Jamboree Lewis Auditorium/Sulphur A Bridge to Publication Writing Conference University United Methodist Church/Lake Charles Mini KISS Concert/Micro Wrestling Isle of Capri Casino & Hotel/Westlake Ronnie Milsap Concert Golden Nugget Lake Charles Don Rich Gun & Knife Show Lake Charles Civic Center, Exhibition Hall Flea Fest (Flea Market) Burton Complex/Lake Charles Freddie Pate Jamboree Lewis Auditorium/ Sulphur McNeese Choir Concert McNeese State University, Tritico Theatre/ Lake Charles LHSAA Boys & Girls State Championship Swim Meet SPAR Recreation & Aquatic Center/Sulphur WHS Theatre: From Poe to Pig Westlake High School Auditorium Mistletoe and Moss Holiday Market Lake Charles Civic Center Tasting on the Terrace L’Auberge Casino Resort/Lake Charles Willie Nelson Concert Golden Nugget Lake Charles McNeese Band Spectacular Concert McNeese State University, Tritico Theatre/ Lake Charles Sherlock - The Last Case Lake Charles Little Theatre Sulphur High School Rodeo West Cal Arena & Events Center/Sulphur $1,000,000 Delta Downs Jackpot Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel/Vinton McNeese State Football vs. Lamar University McNeese State University, Cowboy Stadium/ Lake Charles Oak Ridge Boys Christmas Show Golden Nugget Lake Charles Toys for Tots Lake Charles Civic Center Drum, Flow, and Fire: Lake Area Gathering Walnut Grove Development Center/Lake Charles Zion Tabernacle Bayou Classic Christian Fellowship & Parade Zion Tabernacle Baptist Church/Lake Charles CKC Dog Agility Trails Burton Complex/Lake Charles Snow White Lake Charles Little Theatre Swamps, Savoies & Santa The Mines Theatre/Sulphur Pet Photos with Santa Prien Lake Mall/Lake Charles Lake Charles Symphony Holiday Home Tour River Road/Lake Charles

■ DECEMBER ...................................................... 1 1-2 1-3 1-3 1-3 3, 9-11, 16-18 1-24 1-26 1-30 1-30 1-30 1-31 1-31 1-31 1-3/11 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3-26 3-27 3-1/8

Christmas at the Gallery Gallery by the Lake/Lake Charles Lake Area Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker Lake Charles Civic Center, Rosa Hart Theatre Christmas Under the Oaks Festival The Grove at Heritage Square/Sulphur Holiday House Market at Christmas Under the Oaks Henning Cultural Center/Sulphur Ayala Bar Truck Show Expressions/Lake Charles Scrooge! ACTS Theatre Lake Charles Pictures with Santa Prien Lake Mall/Lake Charles 9th Annual Trees of Hope Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel/Vinton Love by Any Name Exhibit Gallery by the Lake/Lake Charles Art by Marlene Little Exhibit Gallery by the Lake/Lake Charles Handmade Christmas Card Workshop Historic City Hall Arts & Cultural Center/ Lake Charles Jose-Maria Cundin Exhibit Imperial Calcasieu Museum/Lake Charles J&R Carriage’s Shell Beach Drive Christmas Light Tours Lake Charles Civic Center L’Auberge Lake Charles’ Annual Gingerbread House Display L’Auberge Casino Resort/Lake Charles Thoroughbred Racing Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel/Vinton Sulphur Kiwanis Christmas Parade Cypress St./Sulphur DeQuincy Christmas Activities & Parade Downtown DeQuincy Light up the Lake Christmas Festival Lake Charles Civic Center Grounds Annual Gingerbread House Contest Awards Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau Lake Charles Lighted Boat Parade & Fireworks Extravaganza Lake Charles Civic Center Seawall Lake Charles Community Band Christmas Concert Lake Charles Civic Center, Mezzanine Winter Bonanza Cattle Show Burton Complex/Lake Charlest Starks Christmas Parade VFW #4759/Starks Hog Show Burton Complex/Lake Charles 9th Annual Trees of Hope Delta Downs Racetrack Casino Hotel/Vinton Annual Gingerbread House Display Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau Vintage Carriage Company Christmas Light Tours Shell Beach Drive/Lake Charles

4 6 7 8-10

Handel’s “Messiah” McNeese State University, Bulber Auditorium/ Lake Charles Cinderella’s Holiday Dining Children’s Theatre Company/Lake Charles KCS Holiday Express DeQuincy Railroad Museum Lake Charles Civic Ballet - Christmas in Louisiana: Once Upon a Time Lake Charles Civic Center, Rosa Hart Theatre 9 Louisiana Choral Foundation Christmas Concert Immaculate Conception Cathedral/Lake Charles 9 Life Church Winterfest West Cal Arena & Events Center/Sulphur 9-11 Holiday Art Market Central School Arts & Humanities Center/ Lake Charles 9-11, Lake Charles Little Theatre: “90 Years in Review” 16-18 Lake Charles Little Theatre 10 Breakfast with Santa Prien Lake Mall/Lake Charles 10 Vinton Cajun Christmas Celebration Vinton High School 10 Moss Bluff Christmas Parade Sam Houston Jones Pkwy./Moss Bluff 10 Westlake Christmas Parade Sampson St./Westlake 10 Iowa Christmas in the Park Lawrence Toups, Jr. Memorial Park/Iowa 10 Bishop’s Gala Lake Charles Civic Center, Exhibition Hall 10 McNeese State University Graduation Burton Complex/Lake Charles 11 Once Upon a Christmas Lewis Auditorium/Sulphur 11 Louisiana Choral Foundation Christmas Concert Immaculate Conception Church/Sulphur 11 Pet Photos with Santa Prien Lake Mall/Lake Charles 11 How Christmas Saved the Grinch Glad Tidings Church/Lake Charles 11 “Once Upon a Christmas” WW Lewis Middle School/Sulphur 12 F.G. Bulber Youth Orchestra Christmas Concert McNeese State University, Tritico Theatre/ Lake Charles 16 Life Church Winterfest West Cal Arena & Events Center/Sulphur 16-18 Miracle on 34th Street The Mines Theatre 16-18 Shepherds and Kings Christmas Musical Maplewood First Baptist Church 17 Drum, Flow, and Fire: Lake Area Gathering Walnut Grove Development Center/Lake Charles 17 Loretta Lynn Concert Golden Nugget Lake Charles 19 Holiday Break Free Yoga Class Yoga Center/Lake Charles 19 Toys for Tots Drive Lake Charles Civic Center 31 Snow White Lake Charles Little Theatre

www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | October-December 2016

NEWLY RENOVATED

3231 Lake Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601

337.477.4230 • 877.226.0223 (Toll Free) Exit 5 off I-210

(337) 312-0108 Special Senior, Trucker and Military Discounts • Free High Speed Internet • Free Cinemax & Disney Cable TV • Non-Smoking Rooms • Smoking Rooms Available • Free Local Calls

Toll Free Reservations 1-888-436-2580 108 Dennis • Sulphur, LA

• Swimming Pool • Free “Daybreak” Breakfast • Microwave, Refrigerators & Hair Dryers in All Rooms • Coffee Maker • CLC Welcome

• Free Continental Breakfast • Executive King & Queen Suites with Microwave & Fridge • 32” TV with Extended Cable, CNN, ESPN, HBO • Outdoor Pool • Guest Laundry

• High Speed Digital Internet Access & Wireless Internet in All Rooms • Buisness Center with Computer, Copier, Fax, Printer & Scanner • Desk in All Rooms with Ample Work Space

OASIS Inn & Suites (337) 494-7270

337- 433 - 1024

3900 Hwy 90 East • Lake Charles, LA 70615

1000 N. Lakeshore Drive • Lake Charles, LA 70601 Next to Steamboat Bills • Continental Breakfast • Cable TV • High Speed Internet • Microwaves in Rooms • Laundry Facility Available • Over-Sized Suites Available • Monthly & Weekly Rates Available

Low Special Weekly Rates • Cable TV • Direct Dial Phones Micro-Fridge & Coffee Makers • Free High Speed Internet Single, Double, Three Beds • Special Group Rooms Truck Parking Available • Free HBO • 32” Flat Screen TV’s Available

Across from the Lake!

October-december 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

LIGHT UP THE LAKE; SWLA CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES December 1-31

here is no better way to get into the Christmas spirit than taking advantage of the many Christmas celebrations happening all over Southwest Louisiana. There will be plenty of parades, fireworks, concerts, crafts, and Santa appearances to warm even the “Scroogiest” of hearts. In Lake Charles, the fun kicks off Saturday, Dec. 3 at the Light Up the Lake Christmas Festival. Enjoy activities from carriage rides and gingerbread houses to Santa’s Workshop, the lighting ceremony, parades, concerts and fireworks over the lake. Lake Charles isn’t the only place celebrating the season in a big way. Stop by Sulphur, Dec. 1-3, for the annual Christmas Under the Oaks and Holiday House celebrations at the Brimstone Museum and Henning Cultural Center. Festivities include carnival rides, a holiday market, live music, a balloon parade and the Spectacle of Lights. For more Christmas fun, head to DeQuincy for the

annual Christmas Parade Friday, Dec. 2, starting at 5:30 p.m as well as the KCS Holiday Express Train on Dec. 7 at 4 p.m. Starks’ annual Christmas parade is at 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 3. Several cities will ring in the holiday season with festivities on Saturday, Dec. 10. Westlake’s parade will start at 10 a.m. with Moss Bluff’s rolling at 2 p.m. Iowa’s Christmas festivities will take place the same Saturday at Lawrence Toups, Jr Memorial Park. There will be a chili cook-off and a parade at 3 p.m. with entertainment at the park’s pavilion to follow. And last but not least, Vinton’s “Cajun Christmas” parade will be at 5 p.m. There will also be pictures with Santa, food, beverages and other activities after the parade at Vinton High School. With parades, concerts, fireworks, food and Santa Claus, Southwest Louisiana is the place to be to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. For more information on the above parades and festivals, visit www.visitlakecharles.org.

Southwest Louisiana is the place to be to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.

LAKE CHARLES HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS: Saturday, Dec. 3 Lake Charles Civic Center (All times are subject to change)

1 p.m....................... Lake Charles Christmas Parade 2−5 p.m.................. Santa’s Workshop 3:30−4:43 p.m........ Community Band Christmas Concert 5−6 p.m.................. Lighting Ceremony 6:30 p.m................. Lighted Boat Parade 7:15 p.m.................. Light Up the Lake fireworks

www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | October-December 2016

Large Quiet rooms

LOW RATES!

(337) 721- 8001 Cable TV (50+ channels) High Speed Internet Access Microwaves & Refrigerators in all rooms Free Continental Breakfast • Outdoor Pool Guest Laundry • Free Local Calls All Rooms Newly Renovated in 2016!

351 MLK Highway, Lake Charles, LA 70601

econolodge.com

Welcome to the Baymont Inn & Suites One of the Newest Hotels in Sulphur, LA 325 Arena Road Sulphur, LA (337) 313-6018 Ph (337) 313-6023 Fx

Free Long Distance Calls • Free Hot Breakfast • Free Wired/Wireless High Speed Internet • Microwaves/Refrigerators in all rooms • Iron/board, coffee maker, hair dryers • 32” flat panel HD TVs with HBO • Fitness Center • Business Center • Guest Laundry • Jacuzzi Suites available! • Outdoor Pool • Video On Demand •

Here for the game? We are just minutes from Sulphur Parks, local golf courses and area casinos. www.baymontinns.com/hotel/26698 • baymont.sulphur@gmail.com

FLEA FEST: FLEA MARKET November 12-13

f your pulse races at the thought of row upon row of antique, vintage and collectible items, then Flea Fest is the event for you. This semi-annual flea market has grown to be one of the largest events in the state. The fall Flea Fest will take place 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. SaturdaySunday, Nov. 12-13 in the Burton Complex’s event barn, on the south side of Burton Coliseum, 7001 Gulf Highway, Lake Charles. The festival will feature over 300 vendors offering retro, vintage and handmade items, antiques, vintage items, handcrafted items, toys, collectibles, clothes, artwork, comic books, mantiques, reclaimed furniture, gifts, jewelry and plenty of other flea market-style goods. There will also be vendors holding yard sales, a farmers market, food vendors, pony rides, a petting zoo and other kid-friendly activities. Flea Fest general admission tickets are $5 at the gate. Early bird admission begins at 8 a.m. — Saturday only — and is $10 a person. Children 12 years and under are admitted free with an adult. Parking is free but up close VIP parking is also available for $2. For more information, visit fleafest.com, Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/fleafest or call 337-502-8584.

October-December 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

MISTLETOE & MOSS HOLIDAY MARKET November 17-19

umpstart your Christmas spirit at the Junior League of Lake Charles’ annual Mistletoe & Moss Holiday Market, which will be held Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 17-19 at the Lake Charles Civic Center. This year, more than 80 vendors from all over the United States will set up shop at the event. Booths will feature items for everyone, including apparel, jewelry and accessories, specialty foods and seasonal and year-round decorative items and home furnishings. Organizers are expecting about 6,000 shoppers.

269 Highway 397 (I-10 Exit 36) Lake Charles, LA 70615 Phone: 337-990-0165 Toll Free: 1-800-Red-Roof Fax: 337-990-0172

• • • • •

HBO / Pool 24-Hour Coffee Corporate Lodging Welcome Washeteria on Premises Free Wireless and Wired High Speed Internet

One of the Highest Rated Hotels in Lake Charles

Mistletoe and Moss special events include the Preview Party Gala, 7-10 p.m. Thursday. Shoppers can feast on delicacies from fine area restaurants, as well as sip on cocktails and listen to live entertainment – all while doing some early Christmas shopping. Tickets for the gala are $60 per person. Also, don’t miss Friday’s special event, Ladies Night from 5-8 p.m. Ladies Night includes live entertainment, hors d’eouvres provided by Luna Bar and Grill as well as a complimentary cocktail. During this evening shoppers will receive a 10% discount from merchants. Tickets for this event are $26 per person. In addition, there will be Cookies with Santa & Friends on Saturday, with seatings at 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and at 3:30 p.m. Kids can meet with Santa, write their Santa letters, make reindeer food and decorate cookies. Tickets are $16 per child. Don’t forget your camera to take a picture with Santa. Mistletoe and Moss shopping hours are 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday. Admission is $11 per person. Children 8 and under get in free. The event is open to the community. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the Junior League at 337- 436-4025 or visit www.jllc.net.

\VG\

e s i I r n n n u S

LOWEST PRICE IN TOWN!

437-8339

Free High Speed Wireless Internet Access Lower Daily & Weekly Rates Remodeled Rooms HBO & Cable • FREE Local Calls Washeteria on Premises

LOWEST PRICE IN TOWN!

redroof.com • I0704@redroof.com

FAX: 433-2414 • 5390 HWY 90E • I-10 EAST EXIT 36 • I-10 WEST EXIT 31B

www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | October-December 2016

FACIALS ILABLE GIFT CARDS AVA E G COUPLES MASSA

MON-SAT: 9AM-8PM SUNDAY: by Request

5 OFF

60 Min. Massage

New customers only. Must present coupon. Expires 12/31/16 LC

10 OFF

Reg Price $65

Illuminating Facial Must present coupon. Expires 12/31/16 LC

35 Lunch Express $

Facial

W W W. 1 2 H O U R M A S S AG E . C O M

337-802-9631

LIC# E2861

3113 Ryan St. Suite 6 Lake Charles, LA 70601

Life is a journey. Wear Comfortable Shoes. For Men and Women

3010 Ryan Street, Lake Charles (Located Across From Hixson’s Funeral Home)

(337) 436 - 9648

October-December 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

GALLERIES ART IS EVERYWHERE Take time to soak in the arts at some of the downtown galleries in Lake Charles and Sulphur. There are many galleries and exhibits to see, so don’t rush, just relax and take in the sights. Galleries featuring rotating exhibits range from local artists to national and international exhibits. There is always something new to see whenever you visit.

GALLERIES ARTS & HUMANITIES COUNCIL OF SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA 809 Kirby St., Ste. 202, Lake Charles, (337) 439-2787 In Historic Central School Arts & Humanities Center Mon-Fri 9am-noon & 1-5pm, www.artscouncilswla.org ALEXANDER ART STUDIO 900 Ryan Street, Ste. 101 & 102, Lake Charles, (337) 433-2299 Mon-Fri 11am-6pm, Sat 11am-5pm, Sundays by appointment. www.alexanderartstudio.com, candice@alexanderartstudio.com Louisiana’s finest art! Original paintings & amazing gifts! ART ASSOCIATES GALLERY 809 Kirby St., Ste. 208, Lake Charles, (337) 439-ARTS In Historic Central School Arts & Humanities Center Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Closed for lunch, www.artassociates.org Monthly rotating exhibits by a variety of artists. BLACK HERITAGE GALLERY 809 Kirby St., Ste. 207, Lake Charles, (337) 488-0567 In Historic Central School Arts & Humanities Center Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Exhibits and educational activities representing the contributions of African Americans to Southwest Louisiana.

LindseyJanies .com 1911 Historic City Hall Museum

GALLERY BY THE LAKE ASSOCIATED LOUISIANA ARTISTS 106 W. Pryce St., Lake Charles, (337) 436-1008 Tues-Fri Noon-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm, www.lakecharlesartists.com Largest selection of art by local artist in Southwest Louisiana area. Wholesale prices. GRAND GALLERY MCNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY Shearman Fine Arts Center Annex, Lake Charles (800) 622-3352, (337) 475-5060, Mon-Fri 9am-4pm, Closed on weekends & university holidays. Rotating exhibits by well-known artists as well as university faculty and students. HISTORIC CITY HALL ARTS & CULTURAL CENTER Presented by the City of Lake Charles, 1001 Ryan St., Lake Charles Corner of Ryan and Kirby Streets, (337) 491-9147 Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm, Admission free. Rotating national touring art exhibits of great significance. Farmer’s Market Sat. 8am-noon. HENNING CULTURAL CENTER 923 S. Ruth St., Sulphur, (337) 527-0357 Mon-Fri 10am-noon & 1-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm Local artists’ works and traveling exhibits are displayed. www.henningculturalcenter.org, www.brimstonemuseum.org

Henning Cultural Center

www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | October-December 2016

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

MUSEUMS PRESERVING THE MAGIC Southwest Louisiana is rich in history and imagination. Four museums in the Lake Charles area give visitors a chance to see the magic of the Mardi Gras Museum with the largest display of Mardi Gras costumes in the world; the hands-on Children’s Museum, complete with interactive displays to stimulate young minds; and the Imperial Calcasieu Museum, transporting visitors back to a bygone era, also check out the USS Orleck Naval Museum! In nearby Sulphur, the Henning Cultural Center, part of the Brimstone Museum Complex has rotating exhibits; and in DeQuincy, the Railroad Museum showcases the town’s heritage along with the Town Hall Museum.

MUSEUMS

Children’s Museum

LAKE CHARLES CHILDREN’S MUSEUM 327 Broad St., (337) 433-9420 Mon-Sat 10am-5pm www.swlakids.org Children and Adults - $8.50; Senior Citizens (55 and Older) - $6.50 Infants (23 months and under) - Free; Active Duty Military & Dependents with ID - $7.25. Call for group rates. Dozens of interactive exhibits featuring science, role-playing and art activities.

Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu

IMPERIAL CALCASIEU MUSEUM 204 W. Sallier St., (337) 439-3797 Tues-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-3pm www.imperialcalcasieumuseum.org $5 adults, $2 children & seniors, $3 military with ID, school students with ID - free Extensive historic objects and artifacts collection and rotating exhibits in a fine art gallery. Designed to encourage visual arts, enhance arts appreciation and preserve the history and culture of the region. Home of the 375+ year-old Sallier Oak. MARDI GRAS MUSEUM OF IMPERIAL CALCASIEU Inside Central School - 2nd Floor, East Wing, 809 Kirby St., (337) 430-0043 Tues-Fri 1pm-5pm $5 adults, $3 children (under 12) and $3 Senior Citizens (50+). Group rates are available. Largest Mardi Gras costume display in the world, history of Mardi Gras and king cakes, costume design, parade float to climb aboard. The museum also includes animatronics to tell the history of Mardi Gras.

Brimstone Museum

October-december 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

USS ORLECK NAVAL MUSEUM 604 N. Enterprise Blvd., (337) 214-7447 Office Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-3pm, Sat 10am-4pm • Tours Available: Mon-Fri 10am-2pm, Sat 10am-3pm $10 Adults, $8 Seniors (60+), $5 Active Duty Military with ID; $5 Children (6-12) Free for 5 years and under. Group rates available. www.orleck.org Historic Naval Museum featuring the USS Orleck DD886 WWII destroyer which served during the close of WWII through the Vietnam era.

SULPHUR BRIMSTONE MUSEUM COMPLEX 900 S. Huntington, (337) 527-0357 Mon-Fri 10am-noon & 1-5pm, Sat 10am-2 pm www.brimstonemuseum.org Learn about the history of Sulphur with the new exhibit at the Brimstone Museum. Rotating exhibits at the Henning Cultural Center.

DEQUINCY DEQUINCY RAILROAD MUSEUM 400 Lake Charles Ave., (337) 786-2823 Tues-Sat 10am-5pm www.dequincyrailroadmuseum.com Original townsite in 1895 at the intersection of two major railroads. 1913 steam locomotive, passenger car, a caboose and other railroad artifacts are on display. DEQUINCY TOWN HALL MUSEUM 218 E. Fourth St., (337) 786-6451 Tues-Thurs 8:30am-3:30pm Newport Industries museum and memorabilia. Wall of Honor paying tribute to locals who have served in the US military services.

Come and Taste the Best of Louisiana

Regatta serves a wide variety of delicious fresh seafood, steaks, pasta and traditional Cajun fare – all in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Enjoy the large outdoor seating with impecible views of the beautiful lake, or cozy up inside in our Cajun decorated dinning rooms. Here you’ll experience the true spirit of Louisiana’s culture combining fabulous food, good times and the great outdoors – including live bands on weekends and during special events. Regatta also oﬀers catering for meetings, parties and banquets at our one-of-a-kind restaurant.

VISIT US �� LAND �� AIR �� SEA

We have a dock with Boat & Sea Plane Accommodations

337.774.1504 508 Hawkeye Ave, Lake Arthur, LA 70549 regattarestaurantla.com

Tuesday - Thursday: 11 �� - 9 ��; Friday - Saturday 11 �� - 10 ��; Sunday: 11 �� - 3 ��; Closed Monday

Welcome to L’Banca Albergo THE BANK HOTEL

The Only 5 Star Rated Hotel in the Area on TripAdvisor.

Named L’Banca Albergo, Italian for “The Bank Hotel”, our hotel has eight luxury suites. There are 3 suites downstairs, each with a king size bed, and ﬁve suites upstairs, each with two queen size beds. We also have a wonderful wine store named “The Wine Vault”. It is actually in the old bank vault. We invite you to come be our guest and enjoy our premier boutique hotel and wine store.

“May all who enter as guests, leave as friends” 233 Arthur Avenue, Lake Arthur, LA 70549 337-774-7249 • info@labankhotel.com

labankhotel.com

www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | October-December 2016

Downtown Lake Charles...

LIKE YOU’VE NEVER SEEN IT BEFORE. Sit back and relax with a guided tour through Historic Downtown with history ﬁlled buildings and some of the most popular restaurants and night clubs in Southwest Louisiana.

J&R Carriage jandrcarriage.com Justin ~ (337) 842-0778 Linda ~ (337) 324-0137

October-December 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; guide | October-December 2016

. C N I S R U O T M O A C . L S SW OUR

T A L W ! ! S e r • u 7 t 0 a 0 n 9 . o t 5 1 r 4 e . � s o l c SWLA T�� I� 337 u o y g n i Bring SWLA Tours Inc. will take you to see alligators in the marsh, majestic pelicans in the sky, sandy beaches on the Gulf of Mexico, and beautiful sunsets on the lake. WE HAVE IT ALL. OFFERING: Private Tours Cajun Outback/Creole Nature Trail Scenic Tour Sunset Tour Our knowledgeable tour guides will give you the history of Southwest Louisiana while you take in the sights, sounds and smells. WE MAKE IT EASY FOR YOU TO ENJOY THE OUTDOORS. Sit back, relax, and let us do the driving while you have the adventure of a lifetime! CAJUN OUTBACK TOUR STOPS: Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge, Cameron Jetties, Rutherford Beach, Monkey Island Ferry Landing, and Historic Cameron Courthouse SUNSET TOUR SITES: Downtown Lake Charles, Historic District, Bor Du Lac Park, Shell Beach Drive, watch the sunset at Calcasieu Point FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY – Family & Group Rates, Military & Senior Discounts BOOK YOUR TOUR NOW! Open 7 days a week Follow us on social media for discounts and prizes: @SWLATours Instagram

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

GO GREEN

This golfing destination, featuring lush scenery that makes the area one of the most beautiful in the country, becomes a picturesque backdrop while locals and visitors vie for lower scores and pleasant times. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned professional, these courses offer excellent conditions and Southern hospitality. In keeping with Cajun tradition, a friendly atmosphere encompasses the challenging golf found on Calcasieu Parish’s golf courses.

GOLF COURSES CONTRABAND BAYOU GOLF CLUB® AT L’AUBERGE CASINO RESORT 777 Avenue L’Auberge, I-210 Exit #4 Nelson Rd., (337) 395-7220 www.mylauberge.com Hours: Daily, 6am-7pm Unique, public 7, 077 yard, par-71 championship Tom Fazio-designed course. Natural vegetation lines 8 lakes to challenge golfers of all skill levels. Named “Best Course” and “Best Secret” by Texas Golfer magazine; “most notable debut and most worthy designs” by Travel + Leisure Golf magazine; “2011, 2012 & 2013 Best Places to Play in Louisiana,” “2011 Best Public Access Course” and one of the “2011, 2012, 2013 & 2014 Best Casino Courses” and “2014 & 2015 Best Places to Stay” by Golfweek Magazine. Also awarded the 2011 Gold Tee Award for overall excellence and quality by Meetings & Conventions Magazine. Pro shop; driving range; locals rates. COUNTRY CLUB AT THE GOLDEN NUGGET 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. (337) 508-4653 www.goldennugget.com/lakecharles/golf Hours: Daily, 8 a.m.- Dusk An 18-hole, par 72 course designed by the award-winning Todd Eckinrode and Origins Golf Designs. Located on the Contraband Bayou, this 15 acre treasure has miniverde greens and celebration tees, fairways and roughs surrounded with Spartina, Patens and Muhly grass. The contrast of the bayou, native areas and greens are a must see and play for all. GRAY PLANTATION GOLF COURSE 6150 Graywood Pkwy, Lake Charles (337) 562-1663; Golfing / Pro Shop Hours: Daily 7am-7pm Gray Plantation promises you a day of unparalleled golf anywhere in the country. Our most prestigious award is a ranking on Golf Digest’s Top 100 Public Courses. Conditioning and clubhouse amenities are superior, adding to the total enjoyment of your day. Now is the time for you to “Play the Gray.”

MALLARD COVE GOLF COURSE 4300 Mallard Cove St., Lake Charles (337) 491-1204 Hours: Daily, Dawn-Dusk excluding Tuesdays, close at 4pm No tee times after noon on Tuesdays Mallard Cove is a championship layout design with women’s, senior, medium and championship tees. The municipal course features 25 large bunkers and water hazards on 12 of the 18 holes. The course rating is 73.0, and the slope is 128. Hosts all Lake Charles’ City Championships. Don’t pass up the golf course considered ‘Best Value!’ It’s a wonderful golf course, in great shape and excellent prices, with a beautiful clubhouse! It’s more than just a municipal course! FRASCH PARK GOLF COURSE 400 Picard Rd., Sulphur, (337) 527-2515 Golf Course-sunrise to sunset, Pro ShopWinter Hours: Daily 7am-6:30pm The 6,267-yard public course at Sulphur’s Frasch Park is an 18-hole, par 71 golf course, completed in 1966. Frasch Park is a pretty course to play because there are mature trees throughout the entire design. The terrain is fairly flat with a meandering waterway that runs through the course. NATIONAL GOLF CLUB OF LOUISIANA 1400 National Drive, Westlake (337) 433-2255 www.nationalgcla.com Open daily sunrise to sunset The 18 hole, par-72 course, designed by David Bennett, is set in a mature growth pine forest, featuring an abundance of water hazards, preserved wetlands, roughly 90 bunkers and is part of a new high-end, residential community. There are five sets of tees with yardage ranging from 5,267 to 6,946 yards. Open daily, and tee times are accepted 10-14 days in advance.

\VG\

www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | October-December 2016

Stay Informed On The Go.

GET THE AMERICAN PRESS APP TODAY!

SUBSCRIBE TO THE

F O L LO W U S V I A

Your Best News and Advertising Source

www.americanpress.com 4900 HW Y 90 E • L AKE CHA R LES L A

337. 433. 3000 • 1. 800. 531. 4 0 8 0

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

HOT SPOTS IN SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

B A R S & N I G H TC LU B S , CO F F E E S H O P S , A N D G A M I N G

Bars & Nightclubs Bar 46 Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. Blue Martini Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. Bourbonz 3436 Ryan St., Lake Charles Cadillac Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. Cajun’s Wharf 3500 Ryan St., Lake Charles Cigar Club/C.C. Vapor 1700 E. Prien Lake Rd. #5, Lake Charles Cowboys 5329 Common St., Lake Charles Darrell’s 119 West College St., Lake Charles

Ember Grille & Wine Bar SM L’Auberge Casino Resort, 777 Ave. L’Auberge, Lake Charles Frosty Factory 4688 Common St., Lake Charles Gator Lounge Delta Downs Racetrack Casino & Hotel, 2717 Delta Downs Dr., Vinton GLOBAR L’Auberge Casino Resort 777 Ave. L’Auberge, Lake Charles H2O Pool + Bar Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd.

My Place American Pub 630 W. Prien Lake Rd., Lake Charles

Stellar Beans 319 Broad St., Lake Charles

O.B.’s Bar & Grill 1301 Ryan St., Lake Charles

Gaming

On the Rocks 817 E. McNeese St., Lake Charles Pappy’s Sports Pub 2627 Ryan St., Lake Charles RUSH Lounge Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd.

Coffee & Tea Shops

Heist 700 Ryan St., Lake Charles

Chez Caffé 127 W. College St., Lake Charles Coffee bar and eatery

Ice Bar Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd.

Joe Muggs Coffee 2934 Ryan St., Lake Charles Coffee inside Books-A-Million

Jack Daniel’s® Bar & Grill L’Auberge Casino Resort, 777 Ave. L’Auberge, Lake Charles

PJ’s Coffee 3625 Nelson Rd., Lake Charles

Loggerheads Bar 3748 Hwy. 3059, Lake Charles Lone Wolf Isle of Capri Casino and Hotel 100 Westlake Ave., Westlake Luna Bar & Grill 719 Ryan St., Lake Charles Luna LIVE 710 Ryan St., Lake Charles Martini’s 2116 Ryan St., Lake Charles

Starbucks Coffee 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. Inside Golden Nugget Lake Charles Starbucks Coffee 3479 Nelson Rd., Lake Charles

Delta Downs Racetrack Casino & Hotel 2717 Delta Downs Drive, Vinton Horseracing, slot machines, off-track betting Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. (1-210 Exit 4), Lake Charles Dockside casino, live entertainment, spa, pool, and golf. Isle of Capri Casino Hotel 100 Westlake Avenue (1-10 Exit 27), Westlake Dockside casino, live entertainment L’Auberge Casino Resort SM 777 Avenue L’Auberge (1-210 Exit 4), Lake Charles Dockside casino, live entertainment, spa and golf Lucky Longhorn Casino 2374 Hwy. 109 S., Vinton Casino, restaurant and live entertainment/nightclub and arena

Starbucks Coffee 4055 Ryan St., Lake Charles Starbucks Coffee 339 W Prien Lake Rd., Lake Charles Starbucks Coffee 496 W. Prien Lake Rd., Lake Charles Coffee inside Prien Lake Mall

For additional listings, visit www.visitlakecharles.org. \VG\

www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | October-December 2016

NOW OPEN 9 2 1 Martin Luther Ki ng H wy 1 7 1 N , La k e C harles LA

337-491-1000

• Minutes Away from L’auberge, Isle of Capri Casinos and The Golden Nugget! • Easy Access to Interstate 10 • 50+ Channels • Picnic Tables • Free Wi-Fi • Outdoor Pool • Refrigerator / Microwave in ALL Rooms

LOW RATES & LARGE, QUIET ROOMS

Executive Hotel & Suites 337-625-9000

337-625-2500 Exit 23 off I-10

102 Mallard Street • Sulphur, LA 70665

Fax: 337-625-9700 • Exit 23 (I-10 & Hwy 108) 1200 Pintail Street • Sulphur, LA 70665 www.bwsulphur.com

• Business Center with Fax, Copy & Computer Access • Free Guest Laundry • Free Hot Breakfast Buffet • Fitness Center & Outdoor Pool • Meeting Space for up to 60 • Free High-Speed Wireless Internet in ALL Rooms & Throughout Hotel • Microwaves & Mini Fridges in Every Room

www.hiesulphur.com

Indoor Pool and Spa • Fitness Center Free High Speed Wireless Internet Business Center: Fax, Copy and Computer Access Meeting Facilities for up to 140 People Complimentary Hot Breakfast Bar Microwaves & Mini-Fridges in Every Room

October-December 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E LODGING Motel 6 921 N. Martin Luther King Hwy. (337) 491-1000

Cresent View Lodging 700 W Napoleon St. (337) 888-3053

Motel 6 on the Bayou 1101 W. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 474-5151

Crossland Economy Studios 104 Mallard St. (337) 625-5923

Oasis Inn 1000 N. Lakeshore Dr. (337) 494-7270

Days Inn Sulphur 108 Dennis Ave. (337) 312-0108

Quality Inn & Suites 401 Lakeshore Dr. (337) 439-2444

Fairfield Inn & Suites 2615 Ruth St. (337) 528-2629

Best Western PLUS Prien Lake Inn & Suites 1245 E. Prien Lake Rd. 337) 477-5900

Quality Inn & Suites 3211 Venture Park Dr. (337) 480-0898

Comfort Inn 607 E. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 478-4650

Red Roof Inn & Suites 269 Hwy. 397 (337) 990-0165

Hampton Inn by Hilton Suphur/Lake Charles Area 210 Henning Dr. (337) 527-0000

Comfort Suites 1016 N. Martin Luther King Hwy. (337) 436-6400

Residence Inn by Marriott 1591 W. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 474-1772

Courtyard Marriott Lake Charles 2995 L’Auberge Blvd. (337) 477-5020

Richmond Suites Hotel 2600 Moeling St. (337) 433-5213

Days Inn 1212 N. Lakeshore Dr. (337) 433-9461

Springhill Suites by Marriott 1551 W. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 474-1112

Deluxe Inn 3900 Hwy. 90 E. (337) 433-1024

Sunrise Inn 5390 Hwy. 90 E. (337) 437-8339

Econo Lodge 351 N. Martin Luther King Hwy. (337) 721-8001

Super 8 Inn & Suites 1004 N. Martin Luther King Hwy. (337) 310-7666

Golden Nugget Lake Charles 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. (844) 777-4653

Super 8 Motel 1350 E. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 477-1606

Hampton Inn 3175 Holly Hill Rd. (337) 480-6443

Woodsprings Suites 3202 N. Power Centre Pkwy. (337) 564-6966

HOTELS & MOTELS Lake Charles America’s Best Value Inn 3411 Broad St. (337) 990-5607 America’s Best Value Inn & Suites 3231 Lake St. (337) 477-4230 Best Western Bayou Inn & Suites 1320 N. Martin Luther King Hwy. (337) 990-5325

Holiday Inn Express Hotels & Suites Wingate by Wyndham 1731 W. Prien Lake Rd. 402 N. Martin Luther King Hwy. (337) 502-5112 (337) 491-6600 Holiday Inn & Suites Lake Charles 2940 Lake St. (337) 310-7700 Howard Johnson Inn 825 Broad St. (337) 436-4311 Knights Inn 2700 E. Broad St. (337) 433-8291 LaQuinta Inn & Suites 1201 W. Prien Lake Rd. (337) 478-9889 L’Auberge Casino Resort 777 Avenue L’Auberge (337) 395-7777 Rodeway Inn 335 Hwy. 171 (337) 433-1773

Sulphur A+ Motel & RV Park 4631 Hwy. 27 S. (337) 583-2631 America’s Best Value Inn 307 Garrett St. (337) 287-4828 Baymont Inn & Suites 325 Arena Rd. (337) 313-6018 Best Western PLUS Executive Hotel & Suites 1200 Pintail Dr. (337) 625-9000 Candlewood Suites 320 Arena Rd. (337) 528-5777 Comfort Suites 2505 Hwy. 108 S. (337) 625-6448

Holiday Inn Sulphur 330 Arena Rd. (337) 527-0858 Holiday Inn Express Suites Sulphur 102 Mallard St. (337) 625-2500 LaQuinta Inn 2600 S. Ruth St. (337) 527-8303 Motel 6 2022 Ruth St. (337) 527-8146 Quality Inn & Suites Sulphur 320 S. Cities Service Hwy. (337) 626-7000 Red Roof Inn 2619 S. Ruth St. (337) 527-1000 Studio 6 Extended Stay 112 Dennis Ave. (337) 564-5780 Super 8 Sulphur 101 Mallard St. (337) 626-8800 Wingate by Wyndham 300 Arena Rd. (337) 527-5151

Westlake Isle of Capri Casino Hotel Inn and Tower 100 Westlake Ave. (337) 430-2400 LaQuinta Inn & Suites 1008 Sampson St. (337) 660-2525

Delta Downs Racetrack Casino & Hotel 2717 Delta Downs Dr. (337) 589-7441 Longhorn Travel Plaza Motel 2374 Hwy. 109 S. (337) 589-5647

Iowa Howard Johnson Express 107 E. Frontage Rd. (337) 582-2440

A+ Motel & RV Park 4631 Hwy. 27 S. (337) 583-2631 Choupique RV Park 7657 Hwy. 27 S. (337) 583-8439 Hidden Ponds RV Park 1201 Ravia Rd. (337) 583-4709

LaQuinta Inn & Suites 204 W. Frontage Rd. (337) 582-2261

Holbrook Park 1868 Holbrook Park Rd. (337) 721-3540

BED & BREAKFAST Lake Charles

Intracoastal Park 7955 Intracoastal Park Rd. (337) 721-3540

Aunt Ruby’s Bed & Breakfast 504 Pujo St. (337) 430-0603

Wingate RV Park 1202 Henning Dr. (337) 625-9541

CAMPGROUND/RV PARKS Lake Charles Bayou Oaks RV Park 3403 Broad St. (337) 602-6043 Big Lake RV Park 8630 Big Lake Rd (337) 477-1581 Cooling Springs RV Park 5595 Hwy. 90 East (337) 433-4187 Country Oaks RV Park 6336 East Opelousas St. (337) 497-0025 Jean Lafitte RV Park 2101 Pujol Rd. (337) 439-2080 Kershaw’s Cajun Village 3401 E. Prien Lake Road (337) 477-4915 Little Lake Charles RV Resort 4200 Luke Powers Rd. (337) 433-1114 Paradise RV Park 1986 Sam Houston Jones Pkwy. (337) 905-8616 Parkside Marina 2735 Sam Houston Jones Pkwy. (337) 855-7591

DeQuincy

Sam Houston Jones State Park 107 Sutherland Rd. (337) 855-2665

Heritage Place Hotel & Suites 1028 East Fourth Street (337) 786-2919

Twelve Oaks RV Park 2736 Conoco St. (337) 439-2916

Red Oak Inn 1575 West 4th St. (337) 786-3890

Twelve Palm RV Park Downtown 2323 Broad St. (337) 419-1806

Vinton

White Oak Park 5584 River Road (337) 721-3540

Best Western Casino Inn 2466 Toomey Road (337) 551-6350

Sulphur

Westlake Bayou Marino RV Park 2200 Carlin Dr. (337 ) 540-1736 Lloyd’s Country Store RV Park 318 Phillips Rd. (337) 540-3925 Whispering Meadow RV Park 3210 Westwood Rd. (337) 433-8188

DeQuincy Kenny’s RV Park 337-786-5562 Woodlake Park Estates 1600 West 4th St. (337) 660-4544

Vinton Niblett’s Bluff Park 3409 Niblett’s Bluff Rd. Call (337) 436-9588 for details. Paradise RV & Cabin Resort 2466 Toomey Rd. (337) 551-6352 Texas Pelican RV Park 2219 Old Hwy. 90 (337) 589-5239 V RV Park 1514 Azema St. (1-10 Exit 8) (337) 589-2300

Iowa Cypress Bend RV Park 717 N. Thompson Ave. (337) 582-1722

Hayes Lorrain Park 7803 Lorrain Rd. (337) 721-3540

Starks Alligator Park 5316 Alligator Park Rd. (337) 721-3540

www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | October-December 2016

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

CREOLE NATURE TRAIL ADVENTURE POINT SMILES AWAY FROM ORDINARY

LindseyJanies.com

or a hands-on opportunity to taste, smell, and see Southwest Louisiana’s culture, make plans to visit the newly opened Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point. Located at the western gateway of the Creole Nature Trail All-American Road in Sulphur, Adventure Point features interactive exhibits on the local bayous, marshes, prairies, Gulf wildlife, Creole and Cajun cuisine, and Zydeco and Cajun music. Guests can smell the mouth-watering aromas of Cajun cooking and “play along” with Zydeco and Cajun instruments. Kids can practice their crabbing skills and hear the ducks quack and birds chirp as they move through the colorful dioramas. Professional Adventure Guides are on hand to lend their expertise as visitors begin their exploration of the Creole Nature Trail All-American Road. Adventure Point is open seven days a week at 2740 Ruth Street in Sulphur. Find more information at www.visitlakecharles.org/ adventurepoint.

WILDLIFE REFUGES

Cameron Prairie National Wildlife Refuge 1428 Highway 27 Bell City LA 70630 (337) 598-2216 www.visitlakecharles.org/ cameron-prairie-nwr Engage in wildlife exploration at the Visitors Center which features hands-on interpretive exhibits, talking dioramas as well as multiple over-water boardwalks. Open Mon.-Friday 7:30 a.m.3 p.m. and Sat. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Pintail Wildlife Drive, just south of the visitor center, is a three mile driving loop which features a half-mile accessible boardwalk into freshwater marsh and is an excellent location for nature photography. Open daily during daylight hours.

Lacassine National Wildlife Refuge

Sabine National Wildlife Refuge

Rockefeller State Wildlife Refuge

209 Nature Road Lake Arthur, LA 70549 (337) 774-5923 www.visitlakecharles.org/ lacassine-nwr

3000 Holly Beach Highway Hackberry , LA 70645 (337) 762-3816 www.visitlakecharles.org/ sabine-nwr

5476 Grand Chenier Hwy. Grand Chenier, LA 70643 (337) 491-2593 www.visitlakecharles.org/ rockefeller-refuge

Self-guided wildlife drive around the 16,000-acre freshwater impoundment known as “The Pool.” Open daily from one hour before sunrise until one hour after sunset for excellent bird and wildlife viewing.

Explore Wetland Walkway, a 1.5 mile (loop) accessible walking trail right into the marsh including a 2-story observation tower for panoramic views; Blue Goose Trail which features a 1 mile paved walking trail to the western edge of Lake Calcasieu; as well as three recreation areas for crabbing and fishing, Hog Island Gully, Blue Crab and West Cove. All locations open daily during daylight hours.

A five-mile drive into Rockefeller Refuge, Price Lake Nature Drive (Closed December 1-March 1 each year for migratory waterfowl), offers an excellent opportunity to view alligators, shore and wading birds as well as fish, crab and shrimp (with appropriate licensing.) Open daily, dawn to dusk.

For more information on the Creole Nature Trail, the tour app or any of our outdoor adventures visit CreoleNatureTrail.org or call 337-436-9588. 48

October-december 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

LindseyJanies.com

SULPHUR’S CHRISTMAS UNDER THE OAKS AND THE HOLIDAY HOUSE December 1-3 (Preview Party Dec. 1)

f you’re dreaming of a White Christmas, you can get that and a lot more at Sulphur’s Christmas Under the Oaks Festival, held at 1211 Ruth St. in Heritage Square. The celebration kicks off with a Holiday House Preview Party from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1. Enjoy great food and music, and a holiday market with unique gift items. Tickets cost $35 and must be purchased in advance from the Henning Cultural Center. Proceeds benefit the Brimstone Historical Society. Get an early start on your Christmas shopping at The Holiday House, which opens from 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2 and Saturday, Dec. 3. The Holiday House features more than 35 different shops with Christmas decorations, gifts, ornaments and plenty more. Friday and Saturday shopping admission is $5. Carnival rides run from 4 – 10 p.m. on Friday and noon10 p.m. on Saturday. There will also be live entertainment all weekend. Also, on Friday, don’t miss the Kiwanis Christmas Lighted Parade at 6 p.m. It will feature plenty of lighted floats and balloons -- the only parade of its kind in the area. The Spectacle of Lights and the traditional lighting of the city’s tree -- complete with snow flurries -- will take place at 6 p.m. on Friday. For more information on Sulphur’s Christmas events, contact the Henning Cultural Center at 337-527-0357 or visit www.brimstonemuseum.org.

\VG\

French Quarter

The

Antique MAll & FleA MArket

Mon - Sat 10am - 5:30pm Sunday 1pm - 5pm All Major Credit Cards Accepted Layaway Available

3529 Ryan Street (1/4 mile south of I-210)

337-477-8606

Over 50 Vendors & 15,000 sq. ft. of shopping! • Antiques • Collectibles • Home Decor • New & Used Furniture • Gifts & So Much More • We Buy Gold & Silver

Visit us online at www.frenchquarterantiquemall.com www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | October-December 2016

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES AWAIT!

LindseyJanies.com

BrendaLafleur.com

Several parks in the area provide the perfect spot to have a picnic, snap pictures of wildlife or just enjoy the scenery. Fresh, brackish and saltwater fishing are excellent year round, so you can “catch the big one.” Below is a list of parks and beaches where you can enjoy the great outdoors.

PARKS AND BEACHES

Creole Nature Trail All-American Road Leisurely discover this internationally recognized scenic byway as it meanders through marshes, prairies and along natural Gulf beaches replete with wildlife in their natural habitat. Have your camera ready to capture world-class bird and alligator populations as well as stunning scenery right from your vehicle. Feeling a little more adventurous? Explore several walkways right into the marsh, shell along more than 26 miles of beach, fish for speckled trout and redfish, or catch your own fresh Louisiana blue crabs. For more information visit www.CreoleNatureTrail.org. Free personal tour app, just search “creole” in your app store.

State and Historical Parks SAM HOUSTON JONES STATE PARK 107 Sutherland Rd. off of Hwy 378 in Moss Bluff, (337) 855-2665 (888) 677-7264, www.lastateparks.com 6am-9pm for day trips. Visitors pay $2 per person entry fee. Camping sites range from $18-$20 per night in the winter, $22-$28 in the summer and cabins are $85. Lodge costs $180 a night on weekends and $160 per night on weekdays during summer; $160 a night during winter. Visitors pay $6 registration fee on all facilities. Featuring 1,087 acres of lakes, trees, vistas, rivers and streams, Sam Houston Jones State Park is an excellent spot for bird watching with nearly 200 species brought in by the migratory patterns in the spring and fall. Also 5 hiking and biking trails. NIBLETT’S BLUFF PARK At the end of Niblett’s Bluff Rd. off Highway 109 / Exit 4 in Vinton. Call (337) 436-9588 for details on hours of operation. www.niblettsbluffpark.com History of the bluff dates back more than two hundred years. One of the more significant events was during the Civil War when Niblett’s Bluff became an Encampment. Among all this history is excellent fishing, camping, bird watching and hiking opportunities.

Beaches

MonsoursPhotography.net

NORTH BEACH On the north shore of the lake right off I-10, Exit 29 for eastbound travelers and Exit 30A for westbound travelers. (800) 456-7952 or City Parks & Recreation (337) 491-1280 Open daily dawn–dusk year round

October-december 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

Creole Nature Trail Beaches

Explore natural, sand beaches right along the Gulf of Mexico. Perfect for shelling, picnicking or family fun in the sun. Visit CreoleNatureTrail.org for details.

City Parks LAKEFRONT PROMENADE/ BORD DU LAC MARINA Along the northern and eastern shores of Lake Charles, (800) 456-7952 and City Parks & Recreation, (337) 491-1280 The Lakefront Promenade boasts a newly renovated cobblestone path along the lake complete with custom lighting and seating. Enjoy the Louisiana Landing Fountain, featuring a one-of-a-kind bronze geese sculpture. Conveniently located behind the Lake Charles Civic Center, it is walking distance from Bord du Lac Marina, Millennium Park and the PPG Sprayground. PRIEN LAKE PARK 3700 West Prien Lake Road, Lake Charles (337) 721-3540 29-acre park on Prien Lake featuring walking paths with measurement markings, canoe and boat launches, kids playground and sprayground water park, numerous picnic areas, amphitheatre, two pavilions and free Wi-Fi.

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

FOR THE KIDS – FAMILY ACTIVITIES: Southwest Louisiana is a family-oriented destination with a myriad of activities for children. Here’s a quick list of things for families with children to do. Check out the Calendar Section of the Visitors Guide on pages 30-31 or contact the Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau at (800) 456-SWLA for more information.

Lake Charles Adventure Cove/Ward 3 Recreation 3200 Power Centre Pkwy. 337-990-0112 . First barrier free playground in the area; provides access to children of all abilities. Has splash pad and one of only ten Freedom Swings in the U.S. Ward 3 Recreation has an indoor walking track, basketball courts and other activity rooms, offering recreational sports throughout the year. Altitude Trampoline Park 3009 La-14, (817)741-5867. World’s premier trampoline facilities that offer fun and exercise for people of all ages. Children’s Museum (hands-on activities), see p. 39. Club Tabby, LLC 1427 W. Prien Lake Road (337) 478-3600. Party place, kids haircuts, make over, pedicure, and stuff a pet. Imperial Calcasieu Museum (area history), see p. 39. Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu (Mardi Gras History), see p. 39. Millennium Park 1100 Bord Du Lac Drive, (337) 491-1280 Petro Bowl 630 Petro Point Drive, (337) 477-7554. 48 lanes of bowling. Prien Lake Park 3700 W. Prien Lake Road, (337) 721-3540. Picnic grounds, boat launch, playground and sprayground for kids. Putt-Putt Fun Center 620 Petro Point Drive, (337) 480-1954. Two 18-hole courses and four batting cages. Skate City & Jump City 4720 Nelson Road, (337) 474-2855. Inline skating & inside inflatable play area. USS Orleck, see p. 39. MonsoursPhotography.net

Wheelers Family Entertainment, 1130 Hwy. 171 N, Moss Bluff (337) 855-3234. Skating, laser tag, trikes and games. Open Fri. & Sat. 6:30-11 p.m.

Sulphur Brimstone Museum (area history), see p. 39. SPAR Aquatic & Recreation Center, 933 W. Parish Road, (337) 721-3040, water park, Olympic size swimming pool, basketball courts, etc. Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point 2740 Ruth Street, (337) 502-4358. Kick off your Creole Nature Trail journey at Creole Nature Trail Adventure Point—a free, fun attraction that immerses you in nature and Louisiana’s unique culture. Open Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m-5pm, Sat.-Sun. 8:30 a.m-4 p.m.

DeQuincy DeQuincy Railroad Museum (railroad history), see p.39. DeQuincy Railroad Park, 400 Lake Charles Avenue, (337) 786-2823. Tues-Sat: 10 am-5pm. Playground, picnic tables. LindseyJanies.com

DeQuincy Town Hall Museum, see p.39. DeQuincy Skate Park, 402 Cole Street

www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | October-December 2016

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

October-december 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

www.visitlakecharles.org | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; guide | October-December 2016

LAKE CHARLES / SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA

VISITORS

G U I D E

FREE CVB APPS

LOCAL FAVORITES

Check out our apps to enhance your experience! All foodies know that an area has “Good Eats” when you can overhear residents talking about supper during lunch. Every year our locals vote on their Top 20 Local Favorites, visit www.visitlakecharles.org/ top20 to see who won and where to eat next!

Lake Charles Events App The Events app allows users to easily access a calendar of events for Southwest Louisiana. Users can filter by category and subscribe for push notifications of particular interest.

Creole Nature Trail App The Creole Nature Trail All-American Road app is a hands-on opportunity to experience one of America’s untamed natural wonders. This touring app is available in six languages.

Lake Charles Historic App Experience the Charpentier Historic District, with a tour app that highlights the history of Lake Charles, the Great Fire of 1910 and Ghost Stories and Legends of the district. Visitors can choose 30 minute or 1 hour tours and a haunted tour. The Lake Charles Historic District tour is available in five languages.

A new way to dine. Order and pay for your food on your smartphone for carryout, delivery or for dinein right from the table. You can eat local and have it delivered to wherever you are staying! For more information or to download these apps, visit www.visitlakecharles.org/apps.

Lindsey Janies Photography

SOUTHWEST

LOUISIANA

A Great Place To Visit,

Live And Do Business!

Get answers to your business questions in one convenient location. One-stop Resource Center for Locating or Expanding Your Business We’re Site Rich and Ready

Dallas 20 20

Shreveport

LOUISIANA 49

TEXAS

Beauregard Calcasieu

Lake Charles Houston

Allen Jefferson Davis

Cameron 10

Gulf of Mexico

Baton Rouge 10

12 10

New Orleans

Contact George Swift • gswift@allianceswla.org

SEED CENTER, 4310 RYAN ST., LAKE CHARLES, LA 70605 | 337.433.3632 | FAX: 337.436.3727

October-december 2016 | lake charles / southwest louisiana visitors’ guide | www.visitlakecharles.org

WWW.ALLIANCESWLA.ORG

YOUR PLACE TO

THIS FALL

The fun, nonstop casino action born in Las Vegas is now in Lake Charles. Uniquely paired with the Texas-sized hospitality and great taste that Landry’s, Inc is renowned for, Golden Nugget Lake Charles is Louisiana’s winning bet.

Play • • • •

1600 OF THE NEWEST SLOT MACHINES 72 GAMING TABLES POKER ROOM H2O POOL, LAZY RIVER, AND ULTRA LOUNGE

• SPA, SALON, BARBER SHOP, AND FITNESS CENTER • RETAIL SHOPS • 18-HOLE GOLF COURSE • A-LIST ENTERTAINMENT

GoldenNuggetLC.com G A M B L I N G P R O B L E M ? P L E A S E C A L L 1 . 8 7 7. 7 7 0 . S T O P

YOUR PLA

! N I W & Y A T S , E N I D , Y A L P O T CE

YOUR PLACE TO... ...PLAY!

Delta Downs is your best and easiest place for pure gaming excitement, hot slots, and live Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse racing! Plus, catch some of the region’s best entertainment!

...STAY!

Experience abundant luxury and comfort in our new hotel. Your spacious, deluxe room is just waiting to help you take a load off after an exciting day!

...DINE!

Whether you’re looking for a quick bite before getting back in the action, all-you-can-eat buffet, or delectable fine dining, we’ve got what you’re craving!

WE’RE HERE!

wns a Do Deltinton, LA V

Comfort. Any way you play. | DeltaDowns.com

G A M B L I N G P RO B L E M ? C A L L 1 - 8 7 7 - 7 7 0 - S TO P ( 7 8 6 7 )