The 2025 Christmas season takes flight Saturday, Nov. 22, with “Turn on the Holidays” celebration. There will be music on the Riverbank Stage with Louisiana Sidemen jamming at 3:30 p.m.followed by Kelli Roberts Band at 6 p.m.
Also, make sure to venture into the Holiday Open House in the Historic Business District on Front Street from 4- 7 p.m. Shops will be open late to get started buying gifts for all on your list.
The evening culminates with Lighting Up the Night, a ceremonial turning on of the Christmas lights in the districts and along the Riverbank at 4:30 pm. A Christmas Drone and fireworks show over Cane River Lake get underway at 7 p.m.