New This Year! Weekend Candlelight Tours Every October, St. Joseph Plantation hosts its annual Mourning Tour, which features the burial customs and rituals of the 18th & 19th century Creole Louisiana. The house is dressed in “full deep mourning” according to the old prescribed protocols. Every Friday and Saturday Night in October - Nov […]
Get ready for a month of great tunes at Frenier Landing! This November, join us for live performances from talented local artists, […]
The River Road Historical Society doing business as Destrehan Plantation welcomes you to its 52nd Annual Fall Festival Fundraiser held on the grounds of Destrehan Plantation located at 13034 River Road in Destrehan, Louisiana. Enjoy over 180 arts & crafts booths with our talented vendors showcasing and selling their handcrafted items such as fine art, […]
Louisiana’s River Parishes and Blood, Sweat, and Bonfires have a special presentation planned on our region's Christmas bonfire tradition this Thursday at 5:30 PM at the Reserve Branch. Attendees will be the first to see the model for this year's Blood, Sweat, and Bonfires build in (...)
2024 Armadillo Dash 5K & Half Marathon Trail Run 📅 When: Saturday, November 23, 2024 ⏰ Time: 7:00 AM: Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Opens 8:00 AM: Start of the Armadillo Dash 5K & Half Marathon 📍 Where: The Bonnet Carré Spillway Trail in Norco, Louisiana – just west of New Orleans at the Boat […]
🎄 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 📍 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 […]
Celebrate the magic of the season at the 2nd Annual Christmas Extravaganza on the River at the historic Godchaux House in Reserve, Louisiana! This charming holiday event will feature a festive collection of over 20 local vendors, offering unique gifts, delicious treats, and one-of-a-kind holiday finds. Among the featured vendors are PJs Coffee LaPlace, The […]
🎅🏼 Get ready for a magical afternoon at Vacherie’s FIRST ever Small Town Christmas on November 30th from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM! 🤶🏼 Whether you’re a local or visiting our charming town, this is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season. Our local shops along Hwy 20 are coming together to offer […]
🎄 Norco Noel: Santa Goes to the Olympics!🎄 📅 Date: Sunday, December 1, 2024 ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Kick off your holiday season in Louisiana's River Parishes at the annual Norco Christmas Parade! Known for its small-town charm and festive atmosphere, this beloved tradition brings the community and visitors together to celebrate the magic […]
Make planning your next vacation to Louisiana's River Parishes easy. Use one of our trip itineraries to get started.
Explore the 10 historic estates in the River Parishes of Louisiana and discover the stories rooted in their past.
Create memories learning the folklore of our swamps and viewing gators in their natural habitat.
Andouille was created here, so get out and try the local smokehouses that each have their own version of the "best".
The region out here is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts to explore and find adventure.
Famous for catfish, Lac Des Allemands is a haven for outdoor sportsmen.
Enjoyed around the world, Perique can only be grown and processed out here.
Cajun and Creole cuisine are as necessary to our culture as the people who make it.
Tour buses, shuttles and local airports are all transportation options for the River Parishes.
Louisiana's River Parishes offers a wide range of lodging options from rustic and quaint to upscale and luxurious.
