Shreveport, LA – Get ready for some serious heat in the kitchen—as well as on screen! Robinson Film Center’s Abby Singer’s Bistro will be in the spotlight when Executive Chef Niema DiGrazia and Sous Chef De’Unaka Haley battle it out on Food Network’s competitive cooking show Chef Grudge Match. In Season 1, Episode 4 (“So Sous Me”), airing on Tuesday, August 26 […]
Creative Minds Studio: Inspiring the Next Generation of Young Artists Downtown Shreveport has a new place for our young “Creative Minds”! Artspace Shreveport is launching an exciting new youth initiative this fall, Creative Minds Studio: The Studio for Young Creatives. Designed for kids ages 7–12, this program is more than just an art class, it’s […]
Calling All Young Artists: Kids’ Holiday Art Contest in Downtown Shreveport! Downtown Shreveport is about to get a little more colorful this holiday season! The Remington Hotel & Spa is inviting young artists from across the community to take part in their Holiday Art Contest, where creativity and festive spirit will take center stage. This […]
SHREVEPORT, LA — Geek’d Con, North Louisiana’s premier comic and pop culture convention, is just two weeks away from celebrating 10 years of epic adventure in Downtown Shreveport. This year’s event is scheduled for August 22–24, 2025, at the Shreveport Convention Center, “Geek’d Con X” promises a star-studded weekend marking a decade of fandom, and […]
Downtown Shreveport Property Owner 50 Cent Celebrates Milestone Birthday With Big Moves in Entertainment Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, global entertainment mogul and property owner in Downtown Shreveport, celebrated his milestone 50th birthday by giving fans a gift of his own — free access to his curated 50 Cent Action channel on Pluto TV. The channel, which […]
SPD In Action: Addressing Homelessness and Safety in Downtown Shreveport At our recent Downtown Town Hall, some business owners and residents expressed concern about the presence of homelessness and panhandling in the downtown area. These are complex challenges that can affect perceptions of safety in our downtown. The Downtown Development Authority shares those concerns and […]
SHREVEPORT, LA — There are moments in a city’s life when history comes into sharp focus — when the weight of the past meets the hope of the future in a single afternoon. That moment came on July 1st as the Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce filled with civic leaders, longtime residents, and downtown champions […]
Shreveport, LA – The Red River Revel is set to return for its 49th year, bringing with it an exciting theme, stellar music lineup, and revised schedule for the community and beyond to enjoy. The 49th Annual Red River Revel Arts Festival will now take place over two weekends, from September 25 – 28 and October […]
2025 is a milestone year for Shreveport, a time to honor the people, places, and pivotal moments that helped shape our city. As communities across the region mark important anniversaries, we invite you to join us in Downtown Shreveport on July 1st to reflect on our past and look boldly toward our future. You are […]
Navigating parking in downtown Shreveport is simpler and more affordable than you might expect. In fact, Shreveport offers some of the lowest parking rates in the state, making it easy for visitors, employees, and business patrons to access the heart of our city. On-Street Parking: Quick Facts All metered and unmetered on-street parking spaces in […]
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