PARADES: Krewe of Harambee – Monday, Jan. 19, downtown Shreveport Krewe of Centaur – Saturday, Feb. 7, downtown Shreveport Krewe of Gemini – Saturday, Feb. 14, downtown Shreveport Red River Mardi Gras Bash: Give Your Group an Unforgettable Mardi Gras Experience Visit Shreveport-Bossier will host the Annual Red River Mardi Gras Bash during the Krewe […]
Visit Shreveport-Bossier, in partnership with local community partners, proudly announces the return of the 318 MLK DreamFest 2026, a collective 10-day, two-weekend celebration, January 15–24, 2026, honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through culture, history, and community engagement. 318 MLK DreamFest 2026 Schedule of Events: Thursday, January 15, 2026 KREWE […]
Find It Downtown: 712 Milam (Harkey Building) Could Be Your New Downtown Shreveport Location Historic building located at 712 Milam is available for sale. This 12,106 sf building was built in 1920 and renovated in 1985 and has been home to the Miller Company for years. The building has 8 parking spaces at the rear […]
Do You Know Your Downtown: Who is he? What’s he doing? And Where is He? The late former Mayor of Shreveport Bill Hanna. August, 1980. He is pulling the lever signaling the end of an era of steam-driven power at the McNeil Street Pump Station. Today the McNeil Street Pumping Station is home to the […]
Memories: Mark D. Remembering Gilmore Newsstand and Getting Caught! There was this really cool newsstand on Louisiana in downtown. The front of the store actually opened to Louisiana. You could find all kinds of magazines, newspapers, etc. It was a unique place to hang out. My friends and I would meet up and go there […]
What’s Happening This Week in Downtown Shreveport Downtown Shreveport is filled with meaningful moments, live music, cultural celebrations, and community gatherings this week. From MLK-inspired events and choral performances to film screenings and nightlife, here’s what’s happening and where to be. Friday, January 16, 2026 Inaugural Voices of the Dream Choir Competition – Preliminary Rounds12:00 […]
SHREVEPORT, La. – The Shreveport Downtown Development Authority (DDA) celebrates the State of Louisiana’s finalized investment agreement with G-Unit Film & Television, a transformative entertainment redevelopment project that marks a major step forward in downtown Shreveport’s economic revitalization and growth as a destination for creative industries. The multi-phase initiative represents more than $124 million in combined […]
$20,000 Grants Now Available Through Amex Shop Small Grants Program Main Street America and American Express are teaming up to help small businesses grow, innovate, and support their local communities. Now through Friday, January 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CT, eligible small business owners across the U.S. can apply for $20,000 grants through the newly […]
Shreveport, LA– Robinson Film Center (RFC) has launched a new fundraising initiative, Is This Seat Taken?, inviting community members to leave a lasting mark while supporting the future of independent film, education, and cultural programming in Northwest Louisiana. Thanks to a generous gift from the Noel Foundation, RFC is replacing the seating in both of its theaters, […]
Thank you to everyone who joined us last night at The Capri Theater Shreveport for our Extend Your Day with the DDA – Holiday Edition! It was a great evening filled with connection and celebration of all the momentum happening in Downtown Shreveport.Guests enjoyed delicious bites from Bon Asian Cafe and KRUE Events, music from […]
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