Dear Downtown Community, We are excited to share some festive news with you! This holiday season, Downtown Shreveport will shine brighter than ever with a new, unified campaign: Santa Calls You Downtown. Over the past year, the Downtown Development Authority has met with the Shreveport Regional Arts Council, Downtown Shreveport Unlimited, Visit Shreveport-Bossier, and other […]
Shreveport has always been a city defined by music where icons like Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, and Hank Williams preformed at the historic Municipal Auditorium to the blues, rock, and jazz that filled many downtown establishments, music has shaped our culture, connected our community, and told the story of who we are. Today, we have […]
Do You Know Your Downtown: Where can you get a grant of $2,000 to light your property’s interior windows or the exterior? …From the DDA. Grants are offered to properties that meet the following criteria: Properties must be located within the Downtown Development District (DDD). The grant is only awarded for properties that pay ad […]
Victory highlights Shreveport-Bossier’s growing culinary talent and community pride SHREVEPORT, LA- Abby Singer’s Bistro is celebrating a major culinary victory. Chef De’Unaka Haley emerged as the winner on last night’s episode of Chef Grudge Match on Food Network, where she faced off against her colleague and mentor, Executive Chef Niema DiGrazia, in a thrilling competition of skill, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
[SHREVEPORT, LA, June 11, 2025] — George “Trey” Fauber, III and the Board of Directors of Providence House unanimously selected Sharpel Welch to serve as the new Executive Director eGective June 16, 2025. Welch is no stranger to the Shreveport-Bossier community. She has served in several leadership capacities and has been honored by local and […]
Front-Row Access to KTBS Freedom Fest Fireworks and Barkowski Bridge Lighting Shreveport, LA – Celebrate America’s birthday in the most unforgettable way—with a gourmet dinner, a stunning waterfront view, and the best seat in the city for Shreveport’s largest fireworks show! On Friday, July 4, 2025, the Riverwalk Event Venue at Shreveport Aquarium invites guests to enjoy an elevated […]
2025 is a milestone year for Shreveport. As we celebrate the anniversaries of local institutions across the region, we’re taking a moment to reflect on two historic milestones specific to our city and to Downtown Shreveport in particular. 90 years ago – Shreveport hosted a Centennial Celebration filled with parades, music, and pageantry. A true […]
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