Full Lake Charles & SWLA Fourth of July Events Guide

Lake Charles, Louisiana - The Fourth of July will be here before we know it, and now is the perfect time to start making plans for the holiday weekend. We’ve put together a list of events happening across Lake Charles and Southwest Louisiana.

The Fourth of July is one of the best times of the year to spend time with family and friends. Whether you’re grilling, relaxing by the pool, heading out on the water, enjoying live music, or finding the perfect spot to watch fireworks, there are plenty of ways to celebrate.

Check out our full list of Fourth of July events happening around SWLA below!

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Fourth of July 2026 Events in Lake Charles & Southwest Louisiana

• Friday, July 3 - Feel Good Friday at The Lakefront - Port Wonder - 5:30 PM
• Friday, July 3 - 4th on the 3rd @ Lucky Lagoon - Game2Life - 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• Friday, July 3 - American Flag History Display - Arcade Amphitheatre along Gill Street - 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Friday, July 3 - Gumbeaux Gators vs San Antonio River Monsters - Joe Miller Ball Park - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• Friday, July 3 - Out of This World Summer Art Sessions - Paint and Fire - 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
• Friday, July 3 - Red, White, and Bingo! - Krew’s Books & Brews - 5:00 PM
• July 3-5 - Stars, Stripes and S’mores - Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park RV Resort, Lake Charles - Starts Friday at 3:00 PM
• Saturday, July 4 - Red, White, Blue & You Featuring Crying Eagle Beach Club - Crying Eagle Brewing Lakefront - 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Saturday, July 4 - Red, White, Blue & You! 4th of July Celebration - Lake Charles Lakefront - 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Saturday, July 4 - 4Miler on July 4th - CPPJ Parking Lot Across from Millennium Park - 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
• Saturday, July 4 - 4th of July Patriot Games at Almosta Ranch - Almosta Ranch, Sulphur - 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Saturday, July 4 - Fourth of July Party at Library Riot - Library Riot - Doors Open 7:00 PM, Live Music 9:00 PM

Whatever you're doing this weekend, just be sure to STAY SAFE!