A Candy Cane Celebration

Destrehan Plantation 13034 River Road, Destrehan, LA, United States

December 10, 2023, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm TICKETS GO ON SALE MONDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2023 at 8:00 am Enjoy an afternoon on our grounds and in our Mule Barn Make and take home holiday crafts Family Craft - A Craft the entire family can make Play reindeer games and win prizes Elf Bingo […]

River Region Ballet, Inc. The Nutcracker Sugar Plum Party

Lafon Performing Arts Center 275 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway, Luling, LA, United States

This will be an abbreviated one hour performance of The Nutcracker. The performance will be followed by a “Sugar Plum Party”. The audience members will be invited to join the Sugar Plum Fairy onstage and experience “The Kingdom of the Sweets” for themselves. They can meet and talk to their favorite characters, experience what it […]

Megan Hilty in Concert

Lafon Performing Arts Center 275 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway, Luling, LA, United States

Most recognizable for her portrayal of Ivy Lynn in NBC’s musical drama “Smash,” Tony nominee Megan Hilty is a dynamic performer both on stage and on screen. Hilty most recently played Lily in “Annie Live!” On NBC. Before that, Megan had the great pleasure of filming “Patsy & Loretta,” directed by Callie Khouri for Lifetime. […]

On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan

Lafon Performing Arts Center 275 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway, Luling, LA, United States

On Your Feet! is the inspiring true story about heart, heritage and two people who believed in their talent—and each other—to become an international sensation: Emilio and Gloria Estefan. Now their story has arrived on stage in an exhilarating original production that’s already won the hearts of critics and audiences alike, with the Chicago Tribune […]

Sons of Serendip

Lafon Performing Arts Center 275 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway, Luling, LA, United States

Billboard charting quartet, Sons of Serendip, won the hearts of fans and judges alike as finalists on America’s Got Talent (NBC) with their ethereal and emotionally stirring interpretations of pop music, arranged with a unique blend of vocals, harp, piano, and cello. With four successful albums (Sons of Serendip, Christmas: Beyond the Lights, Life + […]

Come From Away

Lafon Performing Arts Center 275 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway, Luling, LA, United States

Broadway’s Come From Away is a Best Musical winner all across North America! This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and […]

Derina Harvey Band

Lafon Performing Arts Center 275 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway, Luling, LA, United States

The Derina Harvey Band has left many an audience out of breath and hollering from their seats! This high-energy Celtic Rock group delivers on entertainment with Derina Harvey’s soaring vocals combined with the band’s impeccable musicianship featuring guitar, bass, fiddle, and drums.The band has been likened to Great Big Sea (if fronted by Adele), and […]

Alice Dreaming of Wonderland

Lafon Performing Arts Center 275 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway, Luling, LA, United States

Get ready to experience an amazing journey in the crazy world of Wonderland! Based on the classic by Lewis Carroll, “Alice” is an action-packed theatrical circus full of surprises, amazing acts, video projection with 3-D mapping and live music. Alice’s adventures are a manifesto to fantasy and free spirit, as well as a profound philosophy […]

Dog Man: The Musical

Lafon Performing Arts Center 275 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway, Luling, LA, United States

Dog Man:The Musical is a hilarious and heartwarming new production following the chronicles of Dog Man, who with the head of a dog and the body of a policeman, loves to fight crime and chew on the furniture. But while trying his best to be a good boy, can he save the city from Flippy […]

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New Orleans PLANTATIONS Country

Explore the 10 historic estates in the River Parishes of Louisiana and discover the stories rooted in their past.

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New Orleans SWAMP Country

Create memories learning the folklore of our swamps and viewing gators in their natural habitat.

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ANDOUILLE Trail

Andouille was created here, so get out and try the local smokehouses that each have their own version of the "best".

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OUTDOOR RECREATION

The region out here is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts to explore and find adventure.

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Lac Des Allmands

Famous for catfish, Lac Des Allemands is a haven for outdoor sportsmen.

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PERIQUE

Enjoyed around the world, Perique can only be grown and processed out here.

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CAJUN & CREOLE CUISINE

Cajun and Creole cuisine are as necessary to our culture as the people who make it.

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TRANSPORTATION

Tour buses, shuttles and local airports are all transportation options for the River Parishes.

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STAY OUT HERE

Louisiana's River Parishes offers a wide range of lodging options from rustic and quaint to upscale and luxurious.

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