“The Spirit of Christmas” Light Festival
November 29 @ 5:30 pm - December 26 @ 9:30 pm
🎄Experience the Magic of the Season at Destrehan Plantation!🎄
📅 Dates: November 29 – December 26, 2024 (Closed Christmas Day)
⏰ Hours: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM daily
đź“Ť Location:
Destrehan Plantation – Alley of the Oaks
13034 River Road, Destrehan, Louisiana
Destrehan Plantation is conveniently located off Exit 6 from I-310. Free parking is available.
The Spirit of Christmas
Step into a dazzling winter wonderland! Named after “Spirit,” one of the therapy horses at the Greater New Orleans Therapeutic Riding Center (GNOTRC), this family-friendly event is a holiday celebration like no other:
- A ÂĽ-mile walking tour through 5 acres of majestic oak trees.
- Over 70 lighted frames, 50 Christmas trees, a sparkling lighted tunnel, and features The Cajun Night Before Christmas by Trosclair.
- Fun activities, including:
- Pictures with Santa
- Santa’s Workshop
- Duck Races
- Christmas Caroling
- Holiday Treats ($)
- Pony Rides ($)
- Admission Tickets (…)
Creole Christmas Tour
Add an enchanting historical touch to your visit!
This combo package includes a guided tour of the beautifully adorned Destrehan Plantation home. Learn about 128 years of Creole traditions, customs, and French influences as you walk through the elegantly decorated rooms that capture the spirit of a bygone Christmas era.
Combo Tour Dates & Times:
November 29, 30, December 1, 6, 7, 8, and December 13–23, 2024
- Tours begin at 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, 7:00 PM, and 7:30 PM.
Admission Tickets (…)
Supporting a Meaningful Cause
This event is a fundraiser for the Greater New Orleans Therapeutic Riding Center (GNOTRC), a nonprofit organization based in LaPlace, Louisiana. GNOTRC provides horse-assisted activities and therapeutic riding programs for individuals with disabilities, promoting increased mobility, confidence, and emotional well-being. Your participation helps sustain these life-changing services.
Celebrate the Season with Us!
Join us out here in Louisiana’s River Parishes to experience the joy of Christmas under the oaks. Create lasting memories with your loved ones while supporting a cause that brings hope and healing to our community. We can’t wait to welcome you to The Spirit of Christmas!
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